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Restaurant-style macaroni pasta with cheese sauce and baked cheese topping
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Chick-fil-A mac and cheese (180 g) has 410 calories. That works out to 228 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.4 g of carbs, 16.6 g of protein, 21.8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
410
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
37.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
16.6g
· 33% DV
Fat
21.8g
· 28% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 16% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 410 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.8 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 10.98 g | 55% |
| Trans fat | 0.5 g | |
| Sodium | 936 mg | 41% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 64 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 90 g | 205 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 180 g | 410 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 270 g | 616 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 270 g | 616 kcal |
Calculated from 228 calories per 100 g.
Chick-fil-A mac and cheese uses a blend that includes cheddar, Parmesan, and Romano. The cheeses make up the sauce and the browned topping, giving the dish a richer flavor than plain macaroni with a single cheese.
Yes, Chick-fil-A mac and cheese is finished in the oven with cheese on top. Baking gives the surface its browned, slightly firm layer while the macaroni underneath stays soft and coated in cheese sauce.
To make a Chick-fil-A-style mac and cheese at home, stir cooked elbow macaroni into a thick sauce made with cheddar and Parmesan, then top it with more cheese and bake until browned. Small oven-safe dishes help create more of the crisp topping.
Chick-fil-A mac and cheese tastes rich, creamy, and savory, with a browned cheese layer on top. Its baked finish makes it less like a smooth, uniformly sauced stovetop macaroni and more like a casserole-style side.
Chick-fil-A mac and cheese pairs well with a chicken sandwich, grilled chicken, or a crisp salad. Because the side is rich and cheesy, fresh vegetables or a lighter main dish balance the meal nicely.
Some Chick-fil-A locations offer mac and cheese as a catering side, but availability and tray sizes can vary. Check the catering menu for the specific restaurant before planning an order, especially for a large group.
Chick-fil-A mac and cheese is generally listed as a regular side rather than a seasonal special, but individual restaurants can have different menus or stock. Check your local restaurant’s menu if you are making a special trip for it.
Leftover Chick-fil-A mac and cheese can be kept in a covered container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Refrigerate it within two hours of serving, and discard it if it has been sitting out longer.
Reheat Chick-fil-A mac and cheese in the microwave or oven until it is hot throughout. The sauce can thicken after chilling, so stirring in a small splash of milk before reheating helps restore a creamier texture.
Chick-fil-A mac and cheese can fit into a meal, but it is a rich, cheese-based side rather than a vegetable-forward dish. Pairing it with a lighter main and vegetables can make the overall meal more balanced.
Vitamins
B12
0.76µg · 32% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
Vitamin A
230.4µg · 26% DV
Biotin
5.76µg · 19% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
306mg · 44% DV
Sodium
936mg · 41% DV
Calcium
378mg · 38% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 410 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Chick-fil-A mac and cheese is an American-style macaroni dish made with cooked pasta and a creamy cheese sauce, then finished with a baked cheese topping. At Chick-fil-A, it is served warm as a side rather than as a standalone pasta entrée, and its sauce makes it richer than a simple buttered macaroni.
The pasta is soft, with a savory, lightly browned layer of cheese on top. It pairs naturally with the chain’s chicken sandwiches or nuggets; at home, a crisp salad can balance its creamy richness. It provides carbohydrates and fat along with some protein, while offering little fibre. If you want a lighter meal, choose a smaller portion and add vegetables or salad.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
10.98g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.