Sometimes, nothing hits the spot quite like a big ol’ plate of old-fashioned comfort food. There’s a huge array of choices, too, for what goes into the ultimate comfort meal – but one of the tried-and-true classics is, by far, fried chicken. Here in the Midwest, we’re kinda famous for our amazing abilities to whip up best-ever dinners nice and quick – and there’s one restaurant, in particular, that’s mastered the craft. From the outside, it’s one of those holes in the wall you might just pass by without even noticing, but in doing so you’d be doing yourself a tremendous disservice. Looking for the best fried chicken in Indiana? Stop here – you’ve found it. Which of the most amazing comfort food places in Indiana are your favorites? Let us know.

Honestly, we're beginning to suspect that all the best places in Indiana are the ones you may not think to look twice at.
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We love a good underdog story, and what's more fun than discovering a local secret that makes you feel like you're in on something amazing? Enter this little place, and all the deliciousness therein.
Here at Country Squire Carry-Out, that's the secret: you absolutely ARE in on something amazing.
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That "something amazing" is just some of the juiciest, crispiest, most amazingly prepared fried chicken in all the Hoosier State. Seriously, one bite and you'll be hopelessly hooked forever. It's okay, so were we.
The photos look amazing - and they don't even do it justice.
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Review after review says the same things: amazing crew, friendly faces, and absolutely INCREDIBLY good eats. We're inclined to agree. The kind folks here go above and beyond to deliver some of the best fried chicken, dare we say, in the country.

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Of course, the fried chicken isn't the only star of the show around here; the menu is full-up with tasty, comforting classics.
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If by some wild chance you're not feeling up to a dinner of the poultry variety, no worries - there's plenty more. Get some amazing broasted pork chops, a delectable shrimp supper, fish, potatoes, salads, and more. Be sure to bring your appetite and a pair of loose-fitting pants, because you're gonna need all of that.
...and honestly, we just keep on catching ourselves daydreaming about that fried chicken.
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But who could blame us? It's a Midwestern staple served up as perfectly delicious as it gets. Definitely try it with the famous honey hot sauce - it's incomplete without it!
As of right now, there's only one Country Squire restaurant, and it's in Kokomo (lucky Kokomoans).
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For the best fried chicken in Indiana, you’re going to want to come out to Country Squire. Find out more about hours, specials, and more on the official Country Squire Facebook page. What’s your favorite spot for the best fried chicken in the Midwest? Tell us your picks in the comments – and then make sure to go show Country Squire Carry-Out some love!

Can’t get enough of all the amazing foodie havens there is to explore in the Hoosier State? We got your back. Be sure to check out this epic barbecue road trip in Indiana, and if you enjoy that, you’ll also want to do the Amish Indiana road trip, because if there’s anyone who knows how to do comfort food, it’s Amish folks.

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Best Fried Chicken in Indiana

Tori Jane | January 16, 2023
  1. What are some of the best chicken places in Indiana?  

There are lots of truly wonderful places to get good chicken in Indiana! Some of our favorite chicken places in IN are:  

  • Papa Bears Chicken 

 

2. Where can I find excellent Indiana fried chicken?  

Of course, the above list is in no way conclusive. There are literally hundreds of amazing options when it comes to good old-fashioned Indiana fried chicken, like:  

 

3. What are some of the best comfort food restaurants in Indiana?  

Naturally, fried chicken isn’t the only delicious comfort food item you might find yourself in need of someday. Other amazing options for the best comfort food in Indiana are spots including:  

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