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Hello. Today’s new Mom’s Touch menu is the Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger, released as a limited-time item in February 2026. It’s only sold through this March, and somehow I ended up reviewing it today. Since its first launch in 2011, it has been discontinued and brought back several times. Fans have been waiting for it to return, and while this is technically an event item, it’s back. There’s also talk that it got the highest vote share in the re-release event poll. I also remember enjoying it, so I ordered it right away. Now, let’s take a closer look at what it’s like.

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📋 At a Glance

Product name: Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger
Brand: Mom’s Touch (limited re-release for “Back to the Touch”)
Sales period: Limited time only, February 2026 to March 31, 2026
Main components: Whole chicken thigh “Thigh” patty, jalapeño pickle relish, white mayonnaise sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion
Background: Repeated discontinuations and re-releases since the first launch in 2011; brought back after receiving the most votes in this event
In-store price: Combo 7,500 won, single 5,400 won
Delivery price: Combo 8,800 won, single 5,900 won
Overall: ★4.0 — Great value for a limited-time item, with a juicy, thick Thigh patty and a punchy jalapeño kick that works well together.

Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger Price and Key Features

Apparently, it was planned in late 2025, and in early 2026 they ran a voting event to bring back discontinued items under the name “Back to the Touch.” That’s why this Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger was included in the lineup and got re-released.

This year, they say new items like this will keep coming out every even-numbered month. So, around mid-month on those months, I’ll probably be able to review new menus regularly. This one is only available until March 31, so if you’ve been curious, you’ll want to order soon.

Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger components photo

Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger review photo

Price Check

Let’s check the price. Since it’s a promotional release, the value is surprisingly decent. Here are the prices.

In-store price: Combo 7,500 won, single 5,400 won
Delivery price: Combo 8,800 won, single 5,900 won

At this price, it feels like a strong value even for a Mom’s Touch combo. For reference, it’s sold nationwide as a limited-time item through March 31, 2026. The single burger weighs 267g. It has 631kcal and 1,103mg of sodium.

Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger Components

Now, let’s quickly check what’s inside. Overall, the look is very similar to the Mom’s Touch Thigh Burger, so it feels almost the same. Still, since it uses a thick whole chicken thigh patty, that similarity makes sense.

Volume and Comparison with Other Chains

Considering the price, I think the portion size is pretty solid. These days, even beef-patty-focused chains like Burger King and McDonald’s are rolling out chicken patty items quite quickly. Still, when it comes to this kind of volume, it feels hard for them to match Mom’s Touch or KFC.

Background image for the burger’s re-release

Cross-Section: Jalapeño Relish and White Mayo

Let’s cut it in half and check the layers. Since it’s a Mom’s Touch burger, the balance can be a bit unstable, so cutting it took some effort. Still, I managed to put it back together and get it to sit properly.

The build starts with a sesame bun on top. Right underneath is a relish made with jalapeño pickles, plus lettuce, tomato, and a bit of onion. However, in the official image, the jalapeños appear under the lettuce. Meanwhile, in other SNS reviews, sometimes the tomato is on top of the lettuce, and sometimes it’s under the chicken patty. So, there seems to be some store-to-store variation.

This menu uses a white mayonnaise sauce. It likely helps mellow out the jalapeño’s sharp, spicy edge. The last time I had it was around the 2020 re-release, if I remember right. That said, looking back now, the exact taste is a bit hazy.

Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger Taste Test

Now, let’s dig in. After it was re-released in 2020 and then discontinued again, many other chains launched jalapeño items too. So there are plenty of comparisons now. Will the returning Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger still live up to its old reputation? I’m quietly excited.

Juiciness from the Thick Thigh Patty

Even with just one bite, you can immediately feel the juices from the thick chicken thigh patty. It has that rich, moist texture that the Mom’s Touch Thigh Burger is known for. Overall, the patty quality was genuinely impressive. You can really taste how thick and satisfying it is. The outside is crispy, and the inside stays juicy.

Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger single price

Jalapeño’s Sharp Heat and the Veggie Balance

On top of that, the jalapeño sauce adds a sharp, spicy aroma. At first, it’s only mildly spicy. However, as you keep eating, that signature jalapeño burn slowly builds around your lips. It’s not an intense heat, but it has an addictive bite. Meanwhile, the crunch from the onion, lettuce, and tomato helps keep the overall balance. Thanks to the fresh veggies, it feels less greasy.

Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger combo price

The white mayo softens the heat, so the balance felt good. Also, the jalapeño sauce cuts through the patty’s richness in a clean way. The spicy, salty, and oily combo works nicely. Personally, if you like jalapeños, this should be satisfying quality-wise.

Overall Verdict

Aside from the fact that jalapeños are a love-it-or-hate-it ingredient, it’s still a pretty solid menu item. The value is good, too. Also, if other chains’ jalapeño items felt too “Mexican food”-like or overly intense, this one is much smoother. So it wasn’t hard to eat.

The juicy chicken thigh “Thigh” patty and the jalapeño sauce’s sharp, spicy kick come together quite well. So, if you’ve been hoping for that classic taste, this is an easy recommendation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How much is the Mom’s Touch Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger?

Since it’s a promotional item, the value is pretty good. For the exact single and combo prices, I recommend checking at a Mom’s Touch store or in your delivery app. It’s only available until March 31, 2026, so it’s best to hurry.

Q. What does the Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger taste like?

It’s a burger that combines a thick chicken thigh “Thigh” patty with jalapeño pickle relish and white mayonnaise sauce. The heat isn’t extreme. Instead, it has a sharp, addictive kick, and the white mayo smooths out the spice for a well-balanced bite.

Q. Until when is the Jalapeño Whole Chicken Burger available?

It’s a limited-time menu item sold through March 31, 2026. It was brought back through the “Back to the Touch” event. They also say new re-release items will come out every even-numbered month going forward.

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Mom’s Touch Jalapeño Chicken Thigh Burger Review [Korean Food]