Crispy, golden-brown chicken pieces.
We offer meals for any time of day, from sunrise to late night.
Efficiency and freshness. Childers has dozens of options perfect for a buffet service.
For a more elegant presentation, we offer full service plated experiences.
Prices listed are per person package pricing (includes entrée, sides & beverages) and per person ala carte pricing for an additional entrée. One-and-a-half entrée packages available upon request. Entrée packages served buffet style with upscale disposables, service ware and iced tea, lemonade and water. Upgrade entrée packages by plating and/or with China for an additional charge.
Package pricing includes iced tea, lemonade & water and choice of salad, starch and vegetable. Ala carte pricing is the additional cost to add an entrée to a package.
Crispy, golden-brown chicken pieces.
Per Person
À la carte
Served with herb chicken jus.
Per Person
À la carte
Cremini mushroom Marsala cream sauce, fried prosciutto and fresh parsley.
Per Person
À la carte
Meyer lemon butter caper sauce.
Per Person
À la carte
Stewed in white wine, roasted tomatoes, Kalamata olives, artichokes, capers and fresh herbs.
Per Person
À la carte
Garlic parmesan spinach cream sauce and garnished with roasted tomatoes.
Per Person
À la carte
Panko parmesan crusted chicken, pesto cream sauce, and roasted red pepper tomato bruschetta.
Per Person
À la carte
With gravy.
Per Person
À la carte
Package pricing includes iced tea, lemonade & water and choice of salad, starch and vegetable. Ala carte pricing is the additional cost to add an entrée to a package.
Stuffed with roasted tomatoes, spinach and smoked blue cheese with a chimichurri sauce.
Per Person
À la carte
Served with rosemary red wine demi-glace.
Per Person
À la carte
Beef tenderloin braised in red wine.
Per Person
À la carte
Slow braised Guinness beef short ribs, cremini mushrooms and garnished with fresh herbs.
Per Person
À la carte
Tender, slow-cooked brisket smothered in tangy barbecue sauce.
Per Person
À la carte
Garnished with roasted herb root vegetables.
Per Person
À la carte
Chili citrus sauce, caramelized onions, char-grilled poblanos & red peppers.
Per Person
À la carte
Package pricing includes iced tea, lemonade & water and choice of salad, starch and vegetable. Ala carte pricing is the additional cost to add an entrée to a package.
Stuffed with bacon, spinach, caramelized onions, craisins, Fuji apples with a dark ale mustard cream sauce.
Per Person
À la carte
Tender, slow-cooked pulled pork tossed in savory barbecue sauce.
Per Person
À la carte
Dark ale mustard maple glaze and char-grilled pineapple.
Per Person
À la carte
Teriyaki marinated with grilled pineapple salsa.
Per Person
À la carte
Prosciutto wrapped pork loin topped with balsamic onion jam.
Per Person
À la carte
Bone-in pork chops smothered in French onion gravy and a four-cheese blend.
Per Person
À la carte
Package pricing includes iced tea, lemonade & water and choice of salad, starch and vegetable. Ala carte pricing is the additional cost to add an entrée to a package.
Substitute applicable pasta entrees with gluten-free penne for an additional $1.00/per person.
Yellow squash, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, red onions, spinach, carrots and sweet pepper medley sautéed in a lemon butter basil sauce with penne pasta.
Per Person
À la carte
(Order in increments of ten)
Per Person
À la carte
Cavatappi pasta and grilled chicken in creamy alfredo sauce. Garnished with shaved parmesan and fresh basil.
Per Person
À la carte
Sautéed yellow squash, zucchini, roasted tomatoes, red onions, spinach and sweet pepper medley tossed with grilled shrimp, chicken and penne in a basil pesto sauce. Garnished with shaved parmesan.
Per Person
À la carte
Cheese tortellini, crispy prosciutto, peas, cremini mushrooms and roasted tomatoes in a cream sauce. Topped with shaved parmesan.
Per Person
À la carte
Slow simmered meat ragu topped with shaved parmesan and fresh basil.
Per Person
À la carte
Package pricing includes iced tea, lemonade & water and choice of salad, starch and vegetable. Ala carte pricing is the additional cost to add an entrée to a package.
Crab & spinach stuffing with a chipotle citrus hollandaise.
Per Person
À la carte
Parmesan panko herb crust in a white wine garlic cream sauce.
Per Person
À la carte
Served with a romesco sauce and garnished with grilled lemon wedges and fresh chives.
Per Person
À la carte
Pecan crusted with a Kentucky bourbon glaze.
Per Person
À la carte
Asian sea bass baked with sweet peppers, olives, fresh thyme and lemon.
Per Person
À la carte
Package pricing includes iced tea, lemonade & water and choice of salad, starch and vegetable. Ala carte pricing is the additional cost to add an entrée to a package.
Stuffed with fresh mozzarella, roasted tomatoes & garlic, spinach, artichokes and basil pesto. Garnished with a balsamic reduction.
Per Person
À la carte
Stacks of fried eggplant, marinara and fresh mozzarella. Garnished with fresh basil.
Per Person
À la carte
Garlic herb-crusted roasted cauliflower steaks with a romesco sauce.
Per Person
À la carte
Served with yeast rolls and whipped butter.
Spring greens, cucumbers, red onions, julienned carrots, grape tomatoes, broccoli, herb croutons, and choice of two dressings (Ranch, French, Balsamic Vinaigrette).
Chopped romaine, grape tomatoes, herb croutons, shaved parmesan and Caesar dressing.
(Add 1.00)
Spinach, seasonal berries, pecans, craisins, sweet red onions, goat cheese with balsamic vinaigrette.
(Add 2.00)
Creamy mashed potatoes infused with garlic.
(Add 1.00)
Thinly sliced potatoes baked in a creamy cheese sauce.
Served with chopped green onion, sour cream and whipped butter.
Stuffed with bacon, green onion and cheddar Monterey jack cheeses.
(Add 2.00)
Cavatappi pasta and aged cheddar cheese sauce. Topped with a parmesan panko herb crust.
Blend of wild rice and assorted grains cooked in seasoned broth with various veggies, meats, and spices.
Crispy bacon, caramelized onions, balsamic reduction and shaved parmesan.
(Add 1.00)
Tossed with roasted garlic, Meyer lemon juice, olive oil and shaved parmesan.
With poblano peppers and onions.
Caramelized onions and bacon.
Brown butter, toasted almonds and caramelized onions.
Yellow squash, zucchini, red onions, julienned carrots, cremini mushrooms and red peppers dressed seasoned with herbs and fresh garlic.
Lightly brushed spears with olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, and then cooked over high heat on a grill until tender and slightly charred. (Add 2.00)
Prices listed are a per person package price. Themed entrée packages served buffet style with upscale disposables, service ware and iced tea, lemonade and water. Upgrade entree packages with China for an additional charge. No substitutions.
Grilled Chicken with Tomato, Basil, and Prosciutto, Beef Meatballs, Penne Pasta with Marinara and Alfredo, Italian Seasoned Vegetable Medley, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread
Per Person
Pork Carnitas, Beef Barbacoa, Spanish Rice, Fire Roasted Corn Elote, Tri-color Tortilla Chips with Fire Roasted Salsa and Guacamole, Flour Tortillas, Soft Corn Tortillas
Per Person
Maple Glazed Ham, Roasted Turkey, Bread Dressing, Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Bean Casserole, Tossed Midwest Salad, Dinner Rolls
Per Person
Smoked BBQ Brisket (Gluten Free), Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork or Chicken (Gluten Free), Brioche Buns (Vegetarian), Macaroni and Cheese (Vegetarian), Coleslaw (Gluten Free, Vegetarian), Poblano Cheddar Cornbread and Whipped Honey Butter (Vegetarian)
Per Person
Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf with Demi-glace, Fried Pork Tenderloin with Guinness Caramelized Onions (Gluten Free), Rosemary Roasted Baby Potatoes (Gluten Free, Vegetarian), Vegetable Medley (Gluten Free, Vegetarian), Tossed Midwest Salad (Vegetarian), Buttermilk Biscuits (Vegetarian)
Per Person
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Childers Catering has event specialists who can guide you through the planning process.