Taco Bell's Butter Chicken Taco Wins Global Vote, Heads to U.S. Menus
Taco Bell's Butter Chicken Taco Wins Global Vote, Heads to U.S. Menus
Taco Bell’s latest menu addition comes straight from India. The Butter Chicken Taco won the chain’s Global Taco Vote, securing its spot on U.S. menus later this year. Fans overwhelmingly backed the dish, which blends Indian flavours with Taco Bell’s signature twist. The Butter Chicken Taco first appeared in India as part of Taco Bell’s Desi Menu in 2023. It features shredded slow-roasted chicken in a creamy tomato sauce spiced with Indian seasonings. The taco is then topped with onion, cilantro, lettuce, and cheddar cheese, all wrapped in a crispy fried chalupa shell.
The dish earned nearly 65% of the votes in the Global Taco Vote, beating Thailand’s *Kickin’ Chicken Taco*. Taco Bell has a track record of letting customers shape its menu, having previously brought back the *Double Decker Taco* and *Mexican Pizza* based on fan demand. This latest offering reflects the brand’s push for global fusion, driven by consumer interest. The Butter Chicken Taco will arrive in the U.S. as a limited-time item, though exact dates and availability will be confirmed later. Once launched, it will be sold at participating locations while supplies last.
The Butter Chicken Taco’s arrival marks another step in Taco Bell’s fan-driven menu strategy. Its success in the Global Taco Vote highlights growing demand for international flavours in fast food. The limited-time release means customers will need to act quickly once it hits U.S. restaurants.
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