Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese, a dish that combines perfectly cooked elbow macaroni with a velvety cheese sauce. Each forkful is a warm embrace, making it the ultimate comfort food for gatherings or cozy nights in. With its golden crust and a hint of smokiness, this mac and cheese is sure to impress family and friends while being simple enough for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour until bubbly and golden.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce, ensuring every piece is coated.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with panko breadcrumbs and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg