Low Sodium Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy comfort of this **Low Sodium Copycat Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese**—a healthier take on the beloved fast-food classic! This irresistible baked mac and cheese is made with a rich, velvety cheese sauce featuring a trio of sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan, all blended with a luscious base of low sodium chicken broth, whole milk, and heavy cream. The dish is perfectly seasoned with subtle hints of ground mustard and black pepper, and it achieves a golden-brown, bubbly top after baking to perfection. With lower sodium levels and the same indulgent flavor, this recipe is an excellent option for those seeking a heart-healthy version of the iconic side. Serve it for dinner, holidays, or special occasions, and watch it disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Elbow macaroni
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbling, about 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in the whole milk, heavy cream, and low sodium chicken broth. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheeses are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with ground black pepper and ground mustard, stirring to combine.
Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat all the macaroni thoroughly.
Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a lightly greased baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and bubbling, about 20 minutes.
Allow the mac and cheese to cool slightly before serving, letting it set for about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4005 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 264.5 g | 339% | |
| Saturated Fat | 162.5 g | 812% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 814 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 4359 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.7 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 170.9 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 3931 mg | 302% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1065 mg | 23% | |
*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.
