Hunt Brothers Pizza dropped one surprise that customers never saw coming

America’s favorite convenience store pizza just rolled out its newest creation.

Customers are already lining up to try this sweet and savory combination.

And Hunt Brothers Pizza dropped one surprise that has customers racing to the counter.

Hunt Brothers Pizza launches BBQ Chicken Pizza for the first time ever

Hunt Brothers Pizza just made summer a whole lot tastier with the launch of their brand-new BBQ Chicken Pizza.

This marks the first time the convenience store pizza giant has ever offered this flavor combination as a limited time offering.

The new pizza hit participating stores on June 16 and will be available while supplies last.

"We are thrilled to expand our menu this summer with a brand new limited time offering," said Dee Cleveland, Hunt Brothers Pizza Director of Marketing.

The BBQ Chicken Pizza comes loaded with Hunt Brothers’ signature original crust, sweet BBQ sauce, a cheese blend of mozzarella and cheddar, plus all-natural grilled chicken.

Pizza lovers can grab either a full 12-inch pie or a quick "Hunk A Pizza" quarter-slice that’s perfect for eating on the go.

The timing couldn’t be better for customers craving something new during the summer months.

The convenience store pizza empire you never knew existed

Here’s something that might blow your mind: Hunt Brothers Pizza operates more locations than household names like Domino’s or Pizza Hut.

Hunt Brothers has 9,703 locations, compared to 6,902 Domino’s and 6,805 Pizza Huts according to recent data.

Yet most Americans have never heard of them because they don’t operate standalone restaurants.

Instead, Hunt Brothers has quietly built a pizza empire inside gas stations and convenience stores across rural America.

The story starts with four brothers from Indiana who learned the restaurant business working at their father’s drive-in restaurant in the 1960s.

In 1962, Don Hunt uses his restaurant experience and begins selling pizza crusts and toppings out of his Rambler station wagon.

By 1991, the Hunt brothers had reunited to create something revolutionary: restaurant-quality pizza designed specifically for convenience stores.

They cracked the code on how to serve hot, fresh pizza in places where people stop for gas and snacks.

Why Hunt Brothers Pizza beats the big chains at their own game

The Hunt brothers figured out something the major pizza chains missed: customers hate paying extra for toppings.

While other pizza places nickel and dime you for every pepperoni or mushroom, Hunt Brothers offers all toppings at no extra charge.

That means you can load up your pizza with as many of their 10 available toppings as you want for the same price.

It’s like getting designer pizza without the designer price tag.

The company has also mastered the art of serving underserved markets.

They focus on small towns and rural areas where the big pizza chains don’t bother to set up shop.

For many Americans living in these communities, Hunt Brothers isn’t just another pizza option – it’s often the only pizza option for miles around.

A family business that conquered America one gas station at a time

What makes Hunt Brothers even more impressive is how they’ve maintained their family values while building a massive business.

"This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our valued team members, store partners and vendor partners," said Scott Hunt, the current CEO and son of founder Don Hunt.

The company recently celebrated a major milestone by reaching over 10,000 locations across 33 states.

That’s more pizza locations than most people realize, hidden in plain sight at convenience stores and gas stations.

Unlike traditional franchises that charge hefty fees, Hunt Brothers created a partnership model that works for small business owners.

Convenience store operators can buy Hunt Brothers equipment and start serving pizza without the typical franchise headaches.

The business model is brilliant in its simplicity: convenience stores get a new revenue stream, customers get hot pizza, and Hunt Brothers sells more ingredients.

Hunt Brothers proves gas station pizza doesn’t have to be terrible

Let’s be honest – most people are skeptical about gas station food.

But Hunt Brothers has spent decades perfecting pizza that actually tastes good, not just convenient.

They use quality ingredients and have developed cooking processes that work in fast-paced convenience store environments.

The company has even expanded beyond pizza to offer wings, breakfast pizza, and other hot food options.

Their success shows that Americans will embrace quality food regardless of where it’s served, as long as it delivers on taste and value.

The BBQ Chicken Pizza could drive even more success

Limited time offerings have become a proven strategy for Hunt Brothers to create buzz and drive traffic to their convenience store partners.

Earlier this year, they brought back their popular Buffalo Chicken Pizza, showing they know how to give customers what they want.

The BBQ Chicken Pizza represents something new entirely – their first-ever attempt at this particular flavor profile.

With summer grilling season heating up, the sweet and savory BBQ chicken combination should appeal to customers looking for hearty, satisfying food.

The beauty of Hunt Brothers’ system is that even small-town gas stations can now offer restaurant-quality specialty pizzas that would normally require a full kitchen staff.

Why this matters for American food culture

Hunt Brothers Pizza proves that innovation doesn’t always come from the biggest, flashiest companies.

Sometimes it comes from family businesses that focus on solving real problems for real people.

They identified underserved markets, created an affordable business model, and delivered quality food where customers needed it most.

The BBQ Chicken Pizza launch shows they’re not resting on their success.

Even after becoming America’s largest pizza chain by location count, they’re still looking for ways to surprise and delight customers.

For pizza lovers stuck in small towns or traveling America’s highways, Hunt Brothers continues to be a reliable source of hot, fresh food when they need it most.

And now they’ve got one more reason to make that quick stop at their local convenience store.

The BBQ Chicken Pizza is available while supplies last at participating Hunt Brothers Pizza locations across the country.