This copycat Mac and cheese recipe from Chick-fil-A is a simple recipe to make and ready in less than 30 minutes. Perfect if you have a busy schedule and looking for something quick & easy to make.
Chick-fil-A is mostly known for their Chicken Sandwiches but they also make some pretty good side dishes. Their Coleslaw is a perfect example. You can have this mac and cheese recipe as a side or eat it as a meal. Your choice!
So what's the big deal with Chick-fil-A's Mac and Cheese? Nothing special really. I've got many more Gourmet Mac & Cheese Recipes for you to try. The only thing a little different about this mac and cheese recipe is the use of heavy cream and the combination of cheeses for the sauce.
💭 Ingredient Substitution
While this Mac & Cheese recipe is pretty basic and only requires a handful of simple ingredients, you can make a few substitutions if this recipe being an exact replica of the Chick-fil-A recipe is not that important to you. You can omit the romano cheese for an equal amount of parmesan. If you don't have any Colby Jack Cheese, you can use some Cheddar Jack Cheese.
💭 What is Al Dente
When making Mac and Cheese, it's important to cook the pasta al dente to ensure to best texture possible. If you are not familiar with the term "al dente", it means cooking the pasta so it's still chewy and form and that it will hold its shape when the sauce is added to it.
⭐ Copycat Rating
Since the goal of a Copycat Recipe is for it to taste exactly like the original, it's only natural to rate this recipe against the original. This Copycat recipe rates a solid 9 out of 10 in my opinion.
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📋 What Ingredients do I need
You will need the following ingredients to make this Copycat Mac and Cheese recipe from Chick-fil-A (see recipe card for quantities): Macaroni, Salt, Velveeta Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Grated Romano Cheese, Heavy Cream and Colby Jack Cheese.
🥣 How to make Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese
Bring a salted pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook al dente according to the directions on the package. Drain pasta.
In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, add heavy cream, Velveeta, Parmesan cheese, and Romano cheese. Cook until all the cheese has melted stirring frequently.
Preheat the oven on broil.
Place the cooked pasta in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Pour the melted cheeses over the pasta. Add the shredded Colby Jack cheese over the pasta.
Place the baking dish under the broiler. Broil just until the cheese begins to brown.
Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese
Ingredients
- 16 oz Elbow Macaroni
- 1 ¼ lbs Velveeta Cheese
- 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Romano Cheese, grated
- 2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- 4 oz Colby Jack Cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Bring a salted pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook al dente according to the directions on the package. Drain pasta.
- In a medium-sized pot over medium heat, add heavy cream, Velveeta, Parmesan cheese, and Romano cheese. Cook until all the cheese has melted stirring frequently.
- Preheat the oven on broil.
- Place the cooked pasta in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Pour the melted cheeses over the pasta. Add the shredded Colby Jack cheese over the pasta.
- Place the baking dish under the broiler. Broil just until the cheese begins to brown.
Nutrition
Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.
Debbie
Everyone is still raving about it almost a week later!
Chef Rodney
Awesome! One of my favorites when I am short on time.
Melissa
Hi! This might be a stupid question but I just want to get it right….. for the Parmesan cheese is that shredded or the grated kind that you can buy in that green container?? Lol
Thanks so much ! I can’t wait to make this 🙂
Chef Rodney
Either one will work but I would not recommend using the powdered stuff. Enjoy!
Tori
Still ok, but tastes just like plain velveeta. Was really hoping to find a good recipe that tastes like chick fil a so bummed out :/
Danielle
Taste like Velveeta only
Deb Laudner
I finally found the perfect Mac & Cheese recipe! I didn't know if 16 oz. was the dry weight or 2 cups. So, I used 2 cups elbow macaroni and it is so creamy and delicious. In the opinion of those who have tried this they say to stick with the 2 cups! My husband has never asked me to make Mac & Cheese before until I made this recipe! It's a hit at all of our get togethers!
Chef Rodney
Glad to hear you liked this Mac & Cheese recipe!