04/28/2026
Pulled Chicken Challenge Winners 🏆
The results are in! We officially announced the winners of our very first Pulled Chicken Challenge at our April Managers Meeting, recognizing the teams whose recipes stood out in taste, texture, appearance, and student appeal.
🥇 1st Place – Branch Elementary
Chicken Flamingo
Colorful chicken tacos that stole the show!
Student reviews: “Reminds me of my grandma’s.” “Very, very tasty.” “I would gladly eat this twice a week!” “Everything just falls apart in your mouth.” “Really juicy!
🥈 2nd Place – Ross Elementary
Creamy Chicken Delight
A creamy pasta dish that students loved!
Student reviews: “AMAZING.” “It is really good. I love it.” “The pasta was nice and creamy.”
🥉 3rd Place – Rudder High School
Chicken Bacon Ranch Bake
Student reviews: “Tastes like a baked potato." "GOOD!” “Really good flavor.”
Congratulations to all of our winning teams and every campus that participated. This challenge showcased the creativity and talent across our kitchens & gave students a voice in helping choose future menu favorites!