High Protein Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese

Indulge in this creamy, high-protein take on a beloved classic with our High Protein Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese recipe! Perfectly al dente elbow macaroni is drenched in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from a trio of sharp cheddar, white cheddar, and Parmesan, with the added nutritional punch of protein-infused Parmesan and Greek yogurt. This upgraded comfort food packs all the dreamy, gooey texture you crave while delivering an extra protein boost to keep you satisfied. Customize it further with shredded chicken for a hearty, balanced dish, and finish with a golden, bubbly broiled cheese topping for that signature Chick-fil-A touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this family-friendly casserole is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Creamy, cheesy, and protein-packed—your new mac and cheese obsession awaits!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2.5 cups milk
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup grated protein Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup cooked shredded chicken (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, to form a roux, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, ensuring that there are no lumps. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, white cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and grated protein Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheeses have melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the Greek yogurt until fully combined.

Step 6

Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat evenly. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 7

If using, fold in the cooked shredded chicken for an additional protein boost.

Step 8

Transfer the mac and cheese to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 9

Optional: For a classic Chick-fil-A finish, top the mac and cheese with extra shredded cheddar cheese and broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Serve hot. Enjoy your high protein copycat Chick-fil-A mac and cheese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2006.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4560.1

Total Fat 260.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 160.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 921.1mg	0%
Sodium 7565.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.6g
Protein 295.4g	0%

Vitamin D 292.4IU	0%
Calcium 5255.7mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 2115.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 26.1%

Carbs: 22.0%