Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese
This homemade Chick-fil-A mac and cheese recipe delivers the same creamy, cheesy, baked-to-perfection flavor as the restaurant favorite, right from your own kitchen!
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Mac and Cheese
- 2 cups elbow pasta cooked al dente
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 cup Romano cheese grated
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Cook the elbow pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Let it simmer until it thickens.
- Lower the heat and add the cheddar, Romano, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, mixing well to coat.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle extra cheese on top, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
For an extra crispy top, broil for the last 2 minutes of baking. You can also add a breadcrumb topping for extra crunch!