Customers who enjoy chalupas can choose the Discovery Luxe Box, which comes with the new Chicken Bacon Ranch Street Chalupas, a Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito, and a side of chips with nacho cheese. Credit: Taco Bell
Fans of bold fast-food flavours have something new to try. Taco Bell has launched Chicken Bacon Ranch Street Chalupas, now available for a limited time.
The new item blends the comfort of a classic sandwich with the brand’s well-known drive-thru favourites. Each order includes two toasted chalupa shells filled with shredded slow-roasted chicken, crispy bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. Fresh pico de gallo adds a bright touch, while avocado ranch sauce brings a creamy finish. The price starts at $5.99.
A fresh take on a fan favourite
Chalupas have long held a strong spot on the menu. The Cheesy Street Chalupas rank among the chain’s top-selling creations, thanks to their crisp shell and melted cheese filling. This latest version builds on that base by adding chicken and bacon for a heartier bite.
A company representative described the launch in a statement:
“The Street Chalupa has become a true platform for flavor innovation at Taco Bell, giving the team a versatile, street-inspired foundation they can reinvent again and again, that has won over countless fans in the process,” a Taco Bell representative tells Food & Wine. “It reflects Taco Bell’s ability to take a familiar staple and transform it in a way that feels bold and distinctly Taco Bell, making it the ideal vehicle to reintroduce a classic like Chicken Bacon Ranch. The result is a craveable new take that brings this fan-favorite combination to the Street Chalupa format for the very first time.”
Nacho Fries get a smoky upgrade
The rollout does not stop with chalupas. The company has also introduced Chicken Bacon Ranch Nacho Fries. The dish includes crispy fries topped with shredded chicken, bacon, nacho cheese, pico de gallo, and avocado ranch sauce. Customers can order them for $4.99.
For those looking for a full meal, the $9 Discovery Luxe Box includes the new chalupas, a Cheesy Bean & Rice Burrito, chips with nacho cheese, and a medium drink.
Special offers for customers
To encourage customers to try the new flavours, the company has launched limited-time promotions. Rewards members can claim a free Chicken Bacon Ranch Street Chalupa through the brand’s app between February 19 and March 18. In addition, customers who order through a popular delivery platform can save $5 on purchases of $20 or more when they include the Chicken Bacon Ranch Nacho Fries.
Over the years, the chain has used the chalupa shell to test new combinations, including bacon-focused versions and other limited releases. The latest launch continues that pattern by combining well-known comfort ingredients in a new format.
With prices under $10 for a full meal, the new menu items aim to attract customers seeking bold flavours without stretching their budget. The Chicken Bacon Ranch lineup remains available for a limited time.
