KFC Mac and Cheese

Name: KFC Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Ingredients: 8 oz. elbow macaroni; ¾ cup heavy cream; 2 teaspoons mustard powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 oz. Velveeta cheese (~1 cup); 4 oz. shredded cheddar cheese (~1 cup)

By Emily Richter

Published 6/2/2023

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This KFC Mac and Cheese takes everything you love about your favorite side dish from the KFC menu but enhances it with premium-quality ingredients. Serve it with some extra crispy fried chicken the KFC way, or have it as a main course.

Delicious & Creamy KFC Mac

We’ve made it to the big leagues, folks. After creating SO many 5-star mac and cheese recipes — like our best ever mac and cheese and our crockpot mac and cheese — just to name a few. But now it’s time to tackle another copycat mac recipe you already know and love!

KFC may be a fast food giant, but nothing compares to this awesome copycat recipe! A delicious blend of cheeses combined with cream, mustard powder, and macaroni noodles creates the absolute epitome of hearty goodness.

Not only that, this KFC macaroni and cheese offers un bowl-eavable value, as it’s cheaper than heading over to the drive-through and buying it. Plus, who knows what other additives and preservatives are in KFC’s famous bowls of mac? I’d rather stick to ingredients I know — thank you very much!

This recipe is so easy, too, that it is totally worth making your own homemade version. So eat up! You won’t believe how good it is!

why you’ll love it!

Tastes just like the KFC original, but fresher and better.
Has the most delicious & creamy cheese sauce!
Made with simple ingredients that’ll be ready in 15 minutes.
An easy weeknight meal that is sure to please!

KFC’s Mac – What You’ll Need

Elbow macaroni: we kept it true to the original with elbow macaroni, but feel free to use your favorite pasta!
Heavy cream: puts the cream in creamy cheddar mac! It helps make this bowl of KFC mac rich and flavorful.
Mustard powder: the secret ingredient that makes this creamy mac one of its own. Don’t skip it!
Salt: a pinch of salt enhances all the yummy flavors of this KFC side dish.
Velveeta cheese: the mother of all cheeses for macaroni and cheese! You can’t quite beat it.
Shredded cheddar cheese: cheddar adds that extra sharp flavor that takes this spicy mac to the next level.

How to Make KFC Mac and Cheese

COOK PASTA

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Then, place the noodles in the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes more than the package instructions (about 10 minutes) and drain.

ASSEMBLE

Next, add the heavy cream, mustard powder, salt, Velveeta, and cheddar cheese to the pot.

Turn the heat to low and stir to combine all of the ingredients.

SERVE + ENJOY

Once the cheese has fully melted and everything is thoroughly mixed, serve immediately.

Enjoy your KFC mac and cheese!

Shredded and cubed cheese in a pot with macaroni noodles.

Topping Suggestions

Feel free to serve this KFC mac and cheese as-is or top it with your favorite toppings. Here are a few ideas to get your appetite going!

Bacon crumbles
Chopped jalapeño
Diced roasted red pepper
Chopped scallion
Hot sauce
Grated Parmesan cheese

Serving Suggestions

This KFC mac and cheese is a great side dish for all kinds of main courses. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Sweet corn dishes like Mexican Corn Salad or Easy Elote Corn
Crispy fried popcorn chicken or Cheez-It Breaded Chicken Fingers
Steak Quesadilla
Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops
Cream of Asparagus Soup

KFC mac and cheese in a bowl with a spoon.

Storage

Store any leftover KFC mac and cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 5 days.

Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk to help keep it creamy. Enjoy!

KFC Mac and Cheese

Copycat KFC mac and cheese made in your own kitchen! This mac and cheese tastes JUST LIKE KFC's. You'll love it!

By: Emily Richter

Prep: 5

Cook: 8

Total: 13

Servings:

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Ingredients

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles for 3-5 minutes more than the package instructions and drain. About 10 minutes.
Add the heavy cream, mustard powder, salt, Velveeta, and cheddar cheese to the pot. Turn the heat to low and stir to combine all of the ingredients, and the cheese is melted.
Serve immediately.