Low Carb Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy comfort of this Low Carb Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese—a keto-friendly twist on everyone’s favorite side dish! Instead of traditional pasta, tender, bite-sized cauliflower florets take center stage, coated in a luxurious blend of sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and Colby Jack cheeses. The creamy cheese sauce, enriched with heavy cream and a hint of garlic, recreates the signature flavor of Chick-fil-A’s mac and cheese while keeping carbs to a minimum. Ready in just 35 minutes and baked to golden-bubbly perfection, this dish is ideal for low-carb lifestyles or anyone craving guilt-free comfort food. Perfect as a satisfying weeknight side or a star-worthy centerpiece, it’s the ultimate way to enjoy mac and cheese without the carbs!
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Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower florets
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 ounces Cream cheese
- 1.5 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Colby jack cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Wash and trim the cauliflower, cutting it into small, bite-sized florets.
Step 3
In a large pot of boiling water, add the cauliflower and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, until just tender. Drain well and set aside.
Step 4
In the same pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
Step 5
Add the heavy cream and cream cheese, stirring until the cream cheese is melted and mixture is smooth.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low, then add the sharp cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Colby jack cheese. Stir continuously until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Step 7
Season the cheese sauce with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 8
Transfer the drained cauliflower back into the pot with the cheese sauce, stirring well to coat all the florets with the sauce.
Step 9
Pour the cauliflower and cheese mixture into a baking dish and spread evenly.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and bubbly.
Step 11
Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1192.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2396.4 |
| Total Fat 208.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 127.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 639.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3724.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.6g | |
| Protein 87.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2236.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2108.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories