McDonald's Is Bringing Back the Chicken Big Mac

America is McDonald's birthplace, yet it misses out on some of the fast food giant's most innovative menu ideas from outside.

Americans are currently envious of the Chicken Big Mac, a poultry-focused Big Mac that has only been launched outside the US.

McDonald's is releasing another Chicken Big Mac later this month, but only in the UK and Ireland. Unfortunately, fans outside these European markets must wait

Americans may be disappointed to miss the latest Chicken Big Mac rollout, but the sandwich's success overseas last year is indisputable.

"We are excited to bring the Chicken Big Mac back to the UK and Ireland," McDonald's UK and Ireland head of marketing Thomas O'Neill said.

"It sold out in under a week last year so we know so many people will be delighted as we are that it's returning this spring."

Fans can hope these temporary Chicken Big Mac debuts inspire the brand to promote the menu item in America.

Even though McDonald's Canada introduced Chicken Big Macs earlier this month, McDonald's has not announced

McDonald's did not reply to requests for comment on the Chicken Big Mac's US rollout.

In addition to the Chicken Big Mac, McDonald's UK and Ireland is introducing the Steakhouse Stack burger, which has two beef patties,