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Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese

Creamy Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese: The Comfort Food You Crave

Recreate the creamy delight of Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese at home with this simple and customizable recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni can swap for any short pasta like shells or penne if desired
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter margarine is a great dairy-free alternative
  • ¼ cup Flour gluten-free flour makes this recipe accessible
  • 2 cups Milk almond or oat milk works well for dairy-free version
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese mix it with Monterey Jack for a twist
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese feel free to experiment with other melting cheeses
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
  • ½ cup Crispy Bacon for a savory crunch
  • 1 cup Sautéed Vegetables like spinach or broccoli for added freshness

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • Colander
  • Whisk
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour for about 2 minutes until golden to form a roux.
  3. Gradually pour in milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook the sauce over medium heat until thickened enough to coat a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce, ensuring all pasta is well coated.
  6. Transfer to a greased baking dish and sprinkle additional cheese on top. Bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes until bubbling and golden brown if desired.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize flavors with bacon or sautéed vegetables. To maintain a smooth sauce, whisk continuously when adding milk. Cook pasta to al dente for the best texture. Can be prepared a day in advance and reheated with a splash of milk.

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