There’s little room for doubt that fried chicken is the holy grail of comfort foods. But one question often sparks debates — do you prefer breast meat, wings, or drums? If you chose the first option, Arnold’s Fried Chicken’s latest update might come as a shock. On Tuesday (7 Jun), the local fast food chain announced that due to current supply constraints, they are experiencing a shortage of breast meat.
Arnold’s Fried Chicken on Facebook
But fret not, as they will continue to serve up thigh, drum, and wing parts.
On Tuesday (7 Jun) afternoon, Arnold’s Fried Chicken shared on Facebook that they’re currently facing a shortage of breast and rib parts.
They explained that this is due to chicken supply constraints.
In a subsequent Faceboook post, the homegrown fried chicken chain announced that they will only be able to serve thigh, drum, and wing parts from 7 Jun onwards.
Source: Arnold’s Fried Chicken on Facebook
However, they assured customers that the all-time favourite Spring Chicken Meal and other items will still be available on the menu.
Source: Eatbook
In the meantime, the restaurant promises to work hard to ensure the supply of all chicken parts will resume as soon as possible.
Despite the bad news, most Singaporeans did not seem fazed by the shortage of certain chicken parts.
Source: Arnold’s Fried Chicken on Facebook
Many claimed their love for chicken drums and thighs, which is why they seem unaffected by this.
Source: Arnold’s Fried Chicken on Facebook
However, a few, like this netizen, are used to getting chicken breast and are sad that it is currently unavailable.
Source: Arnold’s Fried Chicken on Facebook
Since Malaysia stopped its chicken exports to Singapore, concerns have been raised about our country’s poultry supply.
Some of the most affected groups are businesses that largely serve up chicken.
Nonetheless, last week, Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment Desmond Tan said that more supplies are arriving in Singapore.
These supplies are being imported from Australia, Thailand, and the United States (US).
Mr Tan also assured Singaporeans that there is adequate chicken supply for everyone.
While the absence of chicken breast and rib parts may be bad news for some, it’s good to know that many others aren’t affected.
Perhaps for those who are, they can still opt for the spring chicken and just eat the parts they prefer.
Hopefully, once our nation’s chicken supply stabilises again, F&B businesses like Arnold’s will be able to restore their usual menus to their original glory.
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Featured image adapted from Eatbook and Divertissementblog.
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