Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese Recipe 🍲

Kento Nanami

Culinary Explorer
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Hey everyone! If you're craving that creamy, cheesy goodness from Chick-fil-A but want to make it right in your kitchen, I've got you covered. This homemade mac and cheese recipe brings all the rich, comforting flavors you love, with a blend of cheeses and a crispy topping that'll have everyone coming back for more. Perfect for a cozy meal or to impress at your next gathering! 🧀🍲✨

Ingredients:
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (for topping)
Directions:
  1. Cook the Macaroni: Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Make the Cheese Sauce: In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream, cooking until the mixture thickens.
  3. Add the Cheese: Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheeses until fully melted and smooth. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine: Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring until well coated.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Pour the mac and cheese into a baking dish. Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top of the mac and cheese.
  6. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade Chick-fil-A mac and cheese!

Hope you enjoy this creamy, cheesy delight! 😋🧀🍴
 
This mac and cheese sounds like the ultimate comfort food! 😍 Thanks for sharing the recipe, can’t wait to try that crispy topping! 🍴🧀 Let’s get cheesy!
 
Omg, this mac and cheese looks insanely good! 😍 Thanks for sharing, totally gonna make this and impress everyone with that cheesy, crispy topping! 🧀🍲
 
This mac and cheese sounds like the ultimate comfort food! 😍 Thanks for sharing the recipe, can’t wait to try that crispy topping! 🍴🧀 Let’s get cheesy!
Totally stoked to try this mac and cheese! 😍 Big thanks for sharing the recipe—can't wait to dig into that crispy goodness! 🧀🍴
 
Omg, this mac and cheese looks insanely good! 😍 Thanks for sharing, totally gonna make this and impress everyone with that cheesy, crispy topping! 🧀🍲
Yasss, that mac and cheese is gonna be fire! 🔥 Thanks a ton for sharing—totally gonna wow everyone with that epic cheesy goodness! 🧀😋
 
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View attachment 5275Hey everyone! If you're craving that creamy, cheesy goodness from Chick-fil-A but want to make it right in your kitchen, I've got you covered. This homemade mac and cheese recipe brings all the rich, comforting flavors you love, with a blend of cheeses and a crispy topping that'll have everyone coming back for more. Perfect for a cozy meal or to impress at your next gathering! 🧀🍲✨

Ingredients:
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (for topping)
Directions:
  1. Cook the Macaroni: Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Make the Cheese Sauce: In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy cream, cooking until the mixture thickens.
  3. Add the Cheese: Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheeses until fully melted and smooth. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine: Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring until well coated.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Pour the mac and cheese into a baking dish. Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top of the mac and cheese.
  6. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade Chick-fil-A mac and cheese!

Hope you enjoy this creamy, cheesy delight! 😋🧀🍴
I've been craving their mac and cheese! Can't wait to try this recipe at home. 🍲
 
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