We tried the new Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich at Chicken Guy! Disney Springs. Chicken Guy! Disney Springs turned chicken parm into a pepperoni pizza sandwich. We grabbed extra napkins and dug in. Here is how the $9.99 limited time sandwich tastes and what to know before you go.

Guy Fieri has spent decades teaching America that anything can be put on a sandwich if you believe hard enough. Now Chicken Guy! at Disney Springs is testing that theory with the new Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich, a limited-time mashup of chicken parm and a pepperoni pizza that costs $9.99.

It sounds like something dreamed up at 1 a.m. after a road trip through three diners, a drive-in and a dive. Naturally, we had to try it. Grab your napkins, because if our past Chicken Guy! visits taught us anything, this one is going to get messy.

What Is the Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich?

According to the official Chicken Guy! Disney Springs menu, the Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich comes loaded with crispy pepperoni, marinara, garlic Parmesan sauce, provolone and Parmesan. It sits in the limited time offers section of the menu alongside a Southwestern Chicken Wrap ($7.99), Chicken Caesar Wrap ($7.99), Santa Fe Corn Salad ($3.99) and the Colossal Candy Cookie Shake ($7.99).

Chicken Guy!’s regular Big Bite Sandwiches let you choose two crispy fried or grilled chicken tenders. We were not offered the grilled option when we ordered. However, this sandwich makes little sense with grilled chicken and all the toppings. So, in other words, this is chicken parm wearing a pepperoni pizza costume, and Guy is not going to apologize for it.

Ordering at Chicken Guy! Disney Springs

When we reviewed the Bourbon Brown Sugar BBQ Sandwich at Chicken Guy!, mobile order pickup shared the same line as everyone else, and the restaurant was loud, crowded and running at full Flavortown speed. Our more recent visit for the Triple Double Mint Shake review also found the mobile order process a little clunky, though we did get confirmation by app and email.

Our ordering experience was interesting. The official Chicken Guy! Mobile app let us place an order to be picked up at 10:59 a.m. Yes, we were getting an early start to a big day of food at Disney Springs. Of importance, the mobile app indicates that Chicken Guy!  opens at 10:45 a.m, on weekdays. However, the restaurant did not open until 11 a.m. So, we placed an order that could not be picked up on time. Now, we received our order at 11:10 a.m, which is not bad, all things considered, for a limited-time menu item. Based on our other experiences here, we will take this, sadly.

Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich Tasting Notes

• Messy, as expected. Marinara plus garlic Parmesan sauce plus melted provolone means this is a fork and extra napkins situation by the halfway point. Still, it wasn’t as messy as some other sandwiches here.
• We expected the crispy pepperoni to be the star. That did not happen. In fact, the pepperoni played a (very) background role.
• Garlic Parmesan sauce does a lot of heavy lifting, adding creamy garlic flavor that keeps the sandwich from tasting like plain marinara. The more we ate, the more prominent the sauce became. In fact, it becomes the main flavor and sometimes takes away from the star.
• Marinara: Sweet or tangy? We are still not sure. Like the pepperoni, it was very passive.
• Chicken: The tenders stayed crispy under all that sauce. In fact, the large portion of chicken for a $9.99 sandwich at Disney Springs was impressive. The chicken tasted fine, but with so much chicken, it’s tough to complain about the flavor. If the other components had done their job, this sandwich has great potential.
• Cheese: We could see the cheese, and it melted nicely. Still, we noticed it while eating, but it wasn’t a key component.
• Bun: The bun’s flavor is the standard average Chicken Guy quality. The bun’s strength is that it holds up to all the chicken and toppings. We do not see that often at other places.

Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich: Is It Worth $9.99?

At $9.99 before tax, the Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich is priced the same as the Bourbon Brown Sugar BBQ and Bacon Jalapeño Popper sandwiches, and less than the $10.49 Buffalo Mac ‘N’ Cheese Sandwich.Add Chicken Guy Fries and a regular fountain drink for $5 as a combo, and you get a decent meal by Disney Springs standards.

Those looking for “off the chain” flavors will not find it with the Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich. Still, if you want plenty of chicken in a slightly different format with different supporting flavors, you’ll enjoy this!

Final Verdict: Off the Chain or Out of Bounds?

We do not know how long this sandwich will be around. We suspect through the end of the year. However, we cannot guarantee that. Based on our confusing conversations with the Earl Enterprises team regarding when this would arrive, nothing is certain.

Is the Chicken Parm-eroni Sandwich a “Winner, winner, chicken dinner!” option? That depends. Our assessment is that, for most people, this sandwich fails to match that Guy Fieri catchphrase. Still, it is a worthy limited-time addition to the menu.

What to Know Before Visiting Chicken Guy! Disney Springs

• Location: 1506 E. Buena Vista Dr., Suite A, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830, inside Disney Springs near the Coca-Cola Store.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Weekend mornings bring a separate breakfast menu (Do not trust the mobile app!)
• Price: $9.99 before tax for the sandwich alone. Sides and drinks are extra.
• Availability: Listed as a limited-time offer
• Ordering: Order at the counter or ahead through Chicken Guy! online ordering or the Chicken Guy! app. In our experience, mobile pickup uses the same line as everyone else, so give yourself a few extra minutes.
• Seating: Counter service with indoor seating. Expect a crowd at peak lunch and dinner hours.
• Dietary notes: Per the menu, all Chicken Guy! sauces are gluten-free except Sweet ‘N’ Sour and Korean BBQ.The Parm-eroni itself is breaded and served on a bun, so guests with allergies should speak with a cast member before ordering.
• Parking: Disney Springs parking garages are free. We suggest Orange Garage.
• Pro tip: Grab extra napkins before you sit down. Ask for a fork too. You will thank us later.

Save Room for Dessert

If the Parm-eroni leaves room, Chicken Guy!’s Triple Double Mint Shake is right there on the menu. Or take a short walk for something sweeter and check out our Crisp Crumble Cookie review at Gideon’s Bakehouse to see whether it’s worth the line.

For more theme park dining reviews, visit MSM News every weekday at noon Eastern Time. Additionally, we sometimes post bonus theme park dining reviews. As always, eat like you mean it!

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