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Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese is super creamy & cheesy, just like the original! Easy macaroni and cheese recipe made at home with common ingredients. It’s our pleasure!
Have you tried Chick Fil a’s Mac & Cheese? It is amazing! Now you can make it at home with this Chick Fil a Copycat Mac & Cheese. Lots of different cheeses come together in an easy sauce to make this flavorful mac & cheese. Of course, the best part is that browned cheesy top!
THE BEST CHICK-FIL-A MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE
There are a lot of mac and cheese recipes out there, and while we do have a lot of them here on this website, this chick-fil-a version is unlike any other. From the cooked noodles to the several types of cheeses, this is a stand-alone recipe that others can’t hold a candle to in comparison. You’re going to love it and all of its unique quirks because the results are simply out of this world good.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE:
Copycats are as close to the classic as you can get. Without actually going and getting the real deal, this copycat recipe for chicken fil a mac and cheese will give you as close to the desired results as you’re looking for without actually falling short of expectations.
The steps are simple. The sauce is cooked up while the noodles are boiling and nothing in this recipe is too hard or difficult, but it can require a bit of patience as you whisk the sauce and wait on the noodles to cook.
One batch makes a lot of servings. This is a great recipe to make for your next party or potluck because one batch makes a great deal of mac and cheese that is perfect for sharing with friends and family. Of course, it also works as a tasty dish to keep at home, so you increase the chance of leftovers for the following day.
CHICK-FIL-A MAC N CHEESE INGREDIENTS:
Noodles: You will need 1 pound of elbow noodles (macaroni) noodles to make this a traditional mac and cheese.
Butter: Use 1/4 cup of butter (half a stick) to make the roux.
Flour: You will need 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour to help thicken the cheesy mixture.
Salt: Add in 1 teaspoon of salt to enhance the flavors in this cheese sauce well.
Paprika: For added color and a little flavor, add in 1/8 teaspoon of ground paprika. This is about 1 pinch.
Milk: Use 2 cups of whole milk for the base of the cheese sauce. This will make it creamy and smooth. Please do not use anything less than whole milk to ensure a creamy mac & cheese.
Egg: Adding in 1 egg yolk really elevates this cheese sauce to the next level by adding in a lot of richness and color.
Cheeses: You will need 8 slices of American cheese, 16 ounces of freshly grated extra sharp cheddar cheese, and 1 cup of shredded Italian blended cheese, but the cheese will be divided up throughout the steps.
HOW TO MAKE COPYCAT CHICK-FIL-A MAC AND CHEESE:
COOK NOODLES
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add in the macaroni noodles and let boil for 20 minutes. Yes, 20 minutes. While I realize that this goes against everything that you know about cooking noodles, this is very important! The longer boiling time will give you super creamy results as the noodles won’t absorb too much of the cheese sauce & turn the noodles dry.
Drain the noodles and set them aside until needed.
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