Heat-and-eat meal solutions continue to gain traction among today’s consumers, as more people seek hassle-free, easy-to-prepare options that deliver on taste and quality. This is no secret to Hormel Square Table, which is tapping into that demand with the launch of two chicken varieties: Tuscan-Style Chicken and Maple Bourbon Chicken.

The Tuscan-Style Chicken offers a tender, fully cooked chicken breast in a rich Tuscan-style sauce, bringing bold, Italian-inspired flavor to the table with minimal effort. Simply heat and serve with pasta and vegetables for a hearty meal. Similarly, the Maple Bourbon Chicken pairs a tender chicken breast with savory uncured bacon in a sweet-and-smoky maple bourbon sauce and would be perfectly paired with mashed potatoes and vegetables. Both flavors provide delicious, easy-to-prepare protein options that deliver maximum taste with minimal prep, making them ideal for any mealtime occasion.

“We’re excited to introduce not just one, but two new additions to our Square Table line,” said Drew Parsons, refrigerated entrees brand manager at Hormel Foods. “Our goal is to help provide convenient meal solutions that go from the fridge to the table in minutes. As more consumers prioritize speed and simplicity in their mealtime routines, heat-and-eat offerings continue to gain momentum.”

Today’s shoppers are turning to ready-made meals more than ever, limiting prep time while delivering on satisfaction. These convenient options offer a welcome alternative to takeout or time-consuming home cooking, allowing consumers to enjoy a hot, hearty meal with minimal effort. No longer seen as a last resort, today’s heat-and-eat products are crafted with high-quality ingredients, diverse flavor profiles and an emphasis on freshness.

As a result, heat-and-eat meals are not just a timesaving solution. They are becoming a preferred choice for consumers who want both convenience and quality without having to compromise on flavor, taste or variety. Both varieties of chicken retail for $9.98 and are available at select retailers nationwide.

About Hormel Foods
Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded-food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters, SKIPPY, SPAM, Hormel Natural Choice, Applegate, Justin’s, WHOLLY, Hormel Black Label, Columbus, Jennie-O and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats. It was also named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best companies to work for and by Newsweek as one of America’s most responsible companies, as well as being recognized as one of the World’s Best Companies by TIME Magazine. In addition, the company has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food. — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe.