Vegan Chick-fil-A Inspired Mac n Cheese

Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of Vegan Chick-fil-A Inspired Mac n Cheese, a plant-based twist on the beloved classic. This dairy-free mac and cheese features tender elbow macaroni enveloped in a velvety, nutrient-packed sauce made from wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, carrots, potatoes, and nutritional yeast. Smoky paprika, turmeric, and a hint of Dijon mustard bring depth of flavor, while vegan butter adds a rich, buttery finish. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly creamy, this recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an easy yet satisfying dinner option. Whether you’re following a vegan diet or just looking for a creative way to enjoy mac and cheese, this healthier, Chick-fil-A-inspired dish will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Elbow macaroni
• 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Potato
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Vegan butter
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 tsp Mustard (Dijon or yellow)

Directions

Step 1

Soak the raw cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Peel the carrot and potato, then chop them into small pieces.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, add the chopped carrot, potato, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft. Remove from heat.

Step 4

While the vegetables are cooking, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt, and cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 5

In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, cooked vegetables along with the remaining broth, almond milk, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and mustard. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Return the drained macaroni to the large pot. Add the vegan butter and stir until melted over low heat.

Step 7

Pour the blended cheese sauce over the pasta in the pot, and stir well to coat evenly.

Step 8

Cook on low heat for another 5 minutes to warm through and thicken slightly, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Serve hot, and enjoy your Vegan Chick-fil-A Inspired Mac n Cheese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1367.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2206.1

Total Fat 90.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 4.5mg	0%
Sodium 3766.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 279.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 74.8g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 973.6mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 2549.9mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 50.1%