When it comes to catering Des Moines events, The Ornery Chicken offers the perfect solution for fresh, crowd-pleasing meals. Whether you’re hosting a school function, corporate meeting, or family gathering, our hand-breaded chicken, signature sauces, and customizable catering options make any occasion a hit.
With flexible packages and a menu designed to impress, we’re ready to bring bold flavors and stress-free service to your next event.
Catering for Every Occasion
At The Ornery Chicken, we understand that every event is unique. That’s why we offer catering options tailored to a variety of occasions. Whether you need boxed lunches for a conference or a feast for a team celebration, we’ve got you covered.
School Lunches
Make school events extra special with fresh, crispy chicken that kids and staff alike will love. Perfect for field days, teacher appreciation lunches, and PTO-sponsored events.
Hospital Staff Meals
Show appreciation to hardworking healthcare professionals with a hot and satisfying meal delivered right to their breakroom.
New Student Orientations at DMACC
Welcome incoming students and their families with catering that’s as memorable as the occasion. Our sliders and tenders are the perfect way to fuel a day of activities.
Corporate Meetings and Conferences
Our boxed lunches and large catering packs are ideal for conferences, seminars, or team-building days. Keep your team focused and satisfied with hearty portions and flavorful options.
Office Parties and Team Lunches
Treat your team to a lunch they’ll rave about. Whether you’re celebrating a big win or just showing appreciation, our customizable catering packages make office gatherings a breeze.
The Ornery Chicken Catering Menu
Our catering menu is built to satisfy every crowd, featuring juicy, hand-breaded chicken and a variety of sauces to please every palate. Choose from our two signature catering packs:
Chicken Tender Pack
Perfectly crispy and juicy, our hand-breaded chicken tenders are a crowd favorite. Each pack comes with our signature sauces for dipping.
- 25 pieces with 1 pint of sauce: $37.99
- 50 pieces with 2 pints of sauce: $69.99
- 100 pieces with 4 pints of sauce: $129.99
Little Plucker Pack
Our Little Plucker sliders feature 3oz hand-breaded fried chicken served on a brioche slider with lettuce slaw and sauce on the side.
- 25 sliders with 1 pint of sauce: $74.99
- 50 sliders with 2 pints of sauce: $149.99
- 100 sliders with 4 pints of sauce: $299.99
Sauces to Match Every Craving
Our flavorful sauces take your meal to the next level. Choose from these bold options:
- Sweet BBQ
- Garlic Parmesan
- Thai Chili
- Asian Glaze
- BBQ Ranch
- Sweet & Ornery
- Buffalo
- Hot BBQ
- Hot Buffalo
- Nashville Hot
Extra sauce available for $7.99 per pint.
Add Convenience to Your Catering
We make catering easy with optional wire warming racks, heat sternos, and liner pans available for purchase at $10 per rack. Limited delivery service is also available for orders over $250 (delivery fees apply). Contact us for details and availability.
Why Choose The Ornery Chicken for Catering Des Moines Events?
Here’s what sets our catering apart:
- Fresh and Scratch-Made: Every item on our menu is made fresh with high-quality ingredients.
- Customizable Options: From portion sizes to sauce selections, we make it easy to tailor your order to your needs.
- Reliable Service: Our team ensures your catering order is prepared and delivered with care.
- Crowd-Pleasing Flavors: Our chicken, sauces, and sides are guaranteed to impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ready to Cater Your Event?
If you’re planning an event and looking for catering Des Moines can count on, The Ornery Chicken is here to help. With fresh, flavorful menu options and flexible packages, we make it easy to serve delicious meals for any occasion.
Visit The Ornery Chicken or give us a call today to customize your catering order. Whether it’s a school lunch, hospital staff meal, or office party, let us handle the food so you can focus on making your event a success!