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Some copycat KFC Mac and Cheese in a bowl.
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KFC Mac and Cheese

Make your own creamy, tender mac and cheese like you get from the drive thru with this simple copycat KFC Mac and Cheese recipe.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 385kcal
Author Brandie Skibinski

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni (1/2 a box)
  • 1 ¼ cup whole milk
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons powdered milk
  • ¾ teaspoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon dry ground mustard
  • 12 ounces Velveeta, cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Cook 8 ounces elbow macaroni per the directions on the back of the box in a large stock pot or Dutch oven. Drain well and add back to the pot.
    Cooked elbow macaroni in a strainer.
  • Add 1 1/4 cup whole milk, 1 1/2 Tablespoons powdered milk, 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon dry ground mustard, and 12 ounces Velveeta, cut into small cubes over medium-low heat.
    Cooked macaroni, ground mustard, dry milk powder, and Velveeta chunks in a pot.
  • Stir constantly until the Velveeta is melted. Do not let this come to a simmer.
    A pot of homemade KFC Mac and Cheese with a scoop on a spoon.
  • Take off the heat and stir in 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Taste and add salt if needed.
    Shredded cheese on top of macaroni and cheese.
  • This does thicken as it cools so if you like it thicker, just give it a few minutes to cool and stir occasionally.
    A fork in a bowl of KFC Mac and Cheese.

Notes

  • Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 1051mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g
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