Chick Fil A Catering – A Guide

If you are planning an event – whether it is a party or a work function – then you will need to organize the catering. Your guests will need to be fed, and they will also need drinks. It can be hard to come up with catering ideas that will please everyone.

Chick Fil A Catering [A Guide]

Chick-Fil-A is a great option for catering. You might have assumed that they only offer dine in and takeaway food, but they also have a catering service.

Their catering menu is available online, along with the order form. You will be surprised at the options you will have when it comes to ordering delicious food for your guests.

We have put together this helpful guide to tell you everything you need to know about Chick Fil A catering so that you can decide whether it is the right option for your event.

What Is Chick Fil A?

Chick Fil A is a family run American business. It has been run by the Cathy family for 70 years, offering dine-in and take out chicken across the United States. The business began in Atlanta, Georgia, and has since opened many different chains and branches.

Chick Fil A is passionate about serving good quality chicken products to their customers.They try to use fresh, non-processed ingredients wherever possible, and to support US farmers.

They also take their social responsibility very seriously, giving back to the community as much as possible.

The Cathy family also own several other brands – Truett’s Grill, The Dwarf House, Truett’s Luau, Truett’s Chick Fil A, and Dwarf House. These brands are connected to Chick Fil A, and some of them honor the legacy and history of Chick Fil A.

Chick Fil A are known for their fried chicken, but they have other options on their menu. They also serve salads, biscuits with sausage and bacon, grilled chicken, fruit and desserts.

Why Choose Chick Fil A?

Chick Fil is a well known American brand with restaurants in 47 states. They are a family run business with innovative ideas. You might not think that a chicken sandwich is an inspired invention, but in 1964 it was a relatively new idea.

They have expanded the menu over time to include new ideas, but without straying too far from their signature menu options.

There are many reasons to choose Chick Fil A – here are some reasons that you might want to consider.

The Chick Fil A restaurants are designed in a thoughtful way, making the most of the space and flow so that the restaurant runs smoothly. They make use out of upcycled items to have a better impact on the environment.

Chick Fil A also uses the latest ideas to keep the service fast and efficient, such as upstream ordering.

The menu is designed to be parent friendly, with fruit cups and grilled options. This means that there are healthy options for children as well as the higher calorie choices like breaded, fried chicken.

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Chick Fil A uses a ‘cook less, more often’ approach. This means that they cook their food in smaller batches so that their customers always get the freshest food possible. You know that your food hasn’t been sat around under a heat lamp for too long.

Chick Fil A catering is really easy to order- all you need to do is fill in an online form. You can also call your local Chick Fil A and place your order on the telephone. The menu is available online to look at, so you can decide what you want to order in advance.

Chick Fil A catering is perfect for various different events. They can provide tasty breakfasts, trays of hot food and cold food, salads, packaged meals, entrees and main dishes etc.

Whether you have a standing reception or a sit down meal, you will be able to use Chick Fil A.

They also offer desserts, so you can round off the event with a sweet course. If you want a healthy dessert, you can pick the fresh fruit or the fruit and yogurt instead of the cakes and cookies.

You might think that all the food from Chick Fil A is unhealthy, but this isn’t the case. Not all of the chicken is breaded or coated. There is also grilled chicken which is lower in calories and fat.

There are also salads – not boring salads – delicious salads packed with filling and satisfying ingredients. You can put together a feast of various foods that will cater to all of your guests.

Chick Fil A also has options for drinks. The drinks come in large bottles which is perfect if you are catering for a big group of people.

If you are hosting a breakfast, you can order the catering coffee to go with the breakfast food items, and also order some juice as an alternative drink.

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Chick Fil A Catering

If you want to use Chick Fil A catering for a party, function or event, then you have lots of options. They offer various collections designed for different group sizes.

Breakfast

There are multiple breakfast options. For a fun, buffet style breakfast you could get a tray of Chick-fil-a Chick-n-Minis.

These tasty nuggets are served warm in soft, miniature bread rolls, lightly brushed with honey and butter. The tray is enough to serve 5-10 people depending on appetite.

There is also a range of filled biscuits that are perfect for breakfast time. The fillings include chicken, spicy chicken, bacon, and sausage. You can also get a plain buttered biscuit, a fruit cup, or greek yogurt parfait.

Trays

If you are planning a party then ordering a selection of trays could be a good idea. There are different trays to choose from, and you can order a variety.

The grilled chicken bundle is perfect for letting guests build their own rolls, with multi-grain brioche buns, salad and cheese. There is also a spicy grilled chicken option. These trays serve 10 people.

You can also choose from trays of nuggets, chicken filets, and chicken strips. You can get them in spicy or original seasoning, and they serve between 8 to 25 people. If you want something a bit different, go for the sandwich sub tray or wrap tray.

You can also order trays of sides – Macaroni and cheese, garden salad, or kale crunch salad. For something light, you can also go for the hearty chicken breast soup. You can also get some tasty dessert trays laden with cookies and brownies.

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Entrees

You can choose from delicious entree options like a classic chicken sandwich, a spicy chicken sandwich, chicken nuggets, or grilled chicken sub sandwiches (original or spicy). This is a great snack or an appetizer.

Salads & Wraps

If you fancy something a little healthier, why not order some salads or wraps? The spicy southwest salad has spicy grilled chicken breast with greens, tomatoes, roasted corn, black beans, chillies, and peppers with two types of cheese and a zesty dressing.

The market salad is more mild. It has grilled chicken breast on a bed of mixed greens, with apples, strawberries, blueberries and a nut granola. You could also have a classic cobb salad, with grilled chicken, roasted corn, hard boiled eggs and salty bacon.

Sides And Treats

If you want to make your catering order go a little further you can order some sides. A simple side salad or a kale crunch salad will add a pop of color and some nutrients to the meal. You could also order some potato chips to go with the sandwiches.

If you want some sweet treats to finish off the meal, you can order some cookies or brownies. For something less indulgent, try the fresh fruit cups.

Drinks

You can order large bottles of drinks which will help you when it comes to hosting an event. Choose from iced tea, lemonade, fruit juice, fruit punch, and flavored milk. You can also order catering coffee which is perfect for large groups.

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Packaged Meals

For certain events, packaged meals might be appropriate. You can choose from a range of packaged meals that come with potato chips and a cookie.

You can have a chicken sandwich, a spicy chicken sandwich, chicken nuggets, grilled chicken sub sandwich, spicy grilled chicken club sandwich, or a cool wrap.

How To Order

It is really simple to order Chick Fil A catering. You can do it online – simply fill in the order form. Alternatively, you can call your local Chick Fil A and order over the telephone.

You can arrange for delivery to a business or location for an event, or you can pick up your order and take it to your home address.

Summary

Chick Fil A might be a surprising choice for a catered event, but they have something for everyone. Their menu is delicious and varied, and very reasonably priced. It is super easy to order online or over the telephone.

Faye Keenan
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