Popeyes Mac and Cheese

If you’re looking for the perfect addition to your meal, Popeyes mac and cheese is the best option. It is one of the most hot-selling items on the restaurant’s side menu. Popeyes mac and cheese combines finely cooked elbow macaroni pasta, creamy cheddar cheese sauce, and seasonings that enhance the dish’s flavor.

Calories: 310
Serving: 1 serving

The mac and cheese contains the following allergens:

• Milk (Found in the cheese sauce)
• Wheat (Found in the breadcrumb)

Read also: Popeyes Ghost Pepper Wings

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	350-400 kcal
Total Fat	12-15 g
Saturated Fat	3-5 g
Trans Fat	0-1 g
Cholesterol	10-20 mg
Sodium	700-900 mg
Total Carbohydrates	45-50 g
Dietary Fiber	1-2 g
Total Sugars	4-6 g
Protein	8-10 g
Vitamin D	0-2 mcg
Calcium	100-150 mg
Iron	1-2 mg
Potassium	150-200 mg

Check also: Popeyes Chicken Tenders

Mac and cheese is a popular side dish to complete any meal. What if I told you that you can make mac and cheese at home even better than what you’d get at a restaurant? We will provide you with Popeyes’ secret recipe.

Ingredients

Macaroni Pasta

• 1 lb elbow macaroni

Cheese Sauce

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup milk or cream
• 2 tbsp butter
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Salt to taste

Topping

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Breadcrumbs

Preparation

Preparing mac and cheese in Popeyes style is a piece of cake. The preparation time is 15 minutes, the baking time is around 30 minutes, and the total time is approximately 45 minutes.

Boiling the Pasta

1. Add 1 lb elbow macaroni pasta in boiling water.
2. Add 2 tbsp salt to the boiling water and boil pasta for 8-10 minutes.
3. Drain and set aside.

Preparing the Cheese Sauce

1. Add 2 tbsp butter in a saucepan.
2. Add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese in a saucepan and stir well.
3. Add 1 cup milk or cream, and stir the mixture slowly.
4. Add ½ tsp garlic powder, ½  tsp onion powder, and a little salt at the end.

Assembling the Dish

1. Combine the boiled pasta and cheese sauce that we prepared before.
2. Pour the mixture into a bowl.
3. Add shredded cheddar cheese at the top.
4. Add breadcrumbs if you want additional crunch.

Baking the Dish

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Bake mac and cheese for at least 30 minutes until it becomes bubbly.

Popeyes Ghost Pepper Wings: You can balance the spice of ghost pepper wings with creamy mac and cheese.
Chicken Tenders: You can create a perfect combination of crunch and cheese.
Spicy Chicken Sandwich: The combination of a spicy chicken sandwich and mac and cheese creates a zesty flavor.

Popeyes mac and cheese is a perfect combination of elbow macaroni and cheesy sauce, a match made in heaven. It costs $3.49 and has 310 calories. So, what are you waiting for? Head to your nearest Popeyes restaurant and indulge in this amazing dish today!