The early spring of 2023 was a sad time for many fast-food fans, as it was in those days that Wendy's unceremoniously removed its beloved Grilled Chicken Sandwich from the menu, per Today. In so doing, Wendy's joined its biggest rivals, McDonald's and Burger King, in the dubious distinction of a lack of a grilled chicken sandwich option.
You also won't find a grilled chicken sandwich at Sonic Drive-In, Checkers, KFC, A&W, White Castle, or many other fast-food chains, either. Why is the grilled chicken sandwich a relative rarity on fast-food menus? There are two basic reasons, the first being that, per food writer Jennifer Quail, these healthier sandwic...