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The Whataburger Bacon Blaze Chicken is a new limited-time sandwich from October 20, 2026, starting at $7.99. It takes the Bacon Blaze toppings (jalapeño ranch, jalapeño cream cheese, crispy bacon, sliced jalapeños and aged cheddar) and puts them on chicken: Whatachick’n, spicy chicken or grilled chicken, on a toasted bun.
What's on the menu
Price: From $7.99 (prices vary). Check the Whataburger app for your store.
Whataburger Bacon Blaze menu prices
Starting prices from Whataburger's announcement. Prices vary by location.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
 Bacon Blaze Chicken (new) Whatachick'n, spicy chicken or grilled chicken with Bacon Blaze toppings |
from $7.99 |
 Bacon Blaze Jalapeño Double (returning) Two beef patties with Bacon Blaze toppings |
from $9.99 |
| Bacon Blaze Jalapeño Jr. A smaller version of the Double | from $7.99 |
| Sleigh Berry Whatafresher (new) Cranberry pieces, citrus and a lightly sweet soft whip | from $3.69 |
| White Chocolate Raspberry Shake (new) Vanilla shake with white chocolate and raspberry | from $3.99 |
Images: Whataburger. Whataburger has not posted calories for the new items yet.
What is on the Bacon Blaze Chicken?
Whataburger says the Bacon Blaze Chicken has the same toppings as the Bacon Blaze Jalapeño Double, with chicken in place of beef:
- Chicken: your choice of Whatachick'n, spicy chicken or grilled chicken
- Jalapeño ranch
- Jalapeño cream cheese
- Crispy bacon
- Sliced jalapeños
- Aged cheddar cheese
- A toasted bun (QSR Magazine calls it a potato bun)
Corporate Chef James Sanchez said Whataburger is "bringing back a flavor Guests have already told us they love," paired with new seasonal picks.
Bacon Blaze Chicken vs Bacon Blaze Jalapeño Double
| Bacon Blaze Chicken | Bacon Blaze Jalapeño Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | Whatachick'n, spicy or grilled chicken | Two 100% beef patties |
| Toppings | Same Bacon Blaze toppings | Jalapeño ranch, jalapeño cream cheese, bacon, jalapeños, cheddar |
| Price | from $7.99 | from $9.99 (Jr. from $7.99) |
| New? | New for 2026 | Returning favorite |
If you want the Bacon Blaze flavor for less, the chicken version and the Jr. both start at $7.99.
The new holiday drinks
- Sleigh Berry Whatafresher: tart cranberry and citrus with real cranberry pieces and soft whip on top
- White Chocolate Raspberry Shake: white chocolate and raspberry mixed into a vanilla shake. Sporked says it tastes like white chocolate raspberry cheesecake
How long is Bacon Blaze at Whataburger?
The whole lineup launched October 20, 2026, for a limited time at participating restaurants. Whataburger has not given an end date. Sporked guesses it will last "a good month or two," but that is not official.
Update timeline
- October 20, 2026 · AvailableWhataburger launches the Bacon Blaze lineup: new Bacon Blaze Chicken ($7.99), the returning Bacon Blaze Jalapeño Double ($9.99), the Sleigh Berry Whatafresher and the White Chocolate Raspberry Shake.
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How much is the Whataburger Bacon Blaze Chicken?
It starts at $7.99. Prices vary by location.
What is on the Bacon Blaze Chicken?
Jalapeño ranch, jalapeño cream cheese, crispy bacon, sliced jalapeños and aged cheddar on chicken (Whatachick’n, spicy or grilled), on a toasted bun.
Is the Bacon Blaze back at Whataburger?
Yes. The Bacon Blaze Jalapeño Double returned on October 20, 2026, from $9.99, with a Jr. size from $7.99.
How long is the Bacon Blaze Chicken available?
It is a limited-time item from October 20, 2026. Whataburger has not announced an end date.
What is the Sleigh Berry Whatafresher?
A new holiday drink with tart cranberry and citrus, real cranberry pieces and soft whip, from $3.69.
Is the Bacon Blaze Chicken spicy?
It has jalapeño ranch, jalapeño cream cheese and sliced jalapeños, so it has a kick. Pick spicy chicken for more heat.
Sources and how we verified
- Whataburger Stories: Bacon Blaze Jalapeño is back, with your favorites for a limited time (Spanish)
- QSR Magazine via Yahoo: Whataburger bringing the heat with holiday menu
- Sporked: Whataburger is getting into the festive spirit with its new menu
- Wilson County Source: Whataburger adds Bacon Blaze Chicken and two holiday drinks
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