Calories in Macaroni and Cheese

At 599.0 calories per serving (1 Serving (301.0g)), Macaroni and Cheese is a high-calorie food — portion size matters if you're monitoring your daily intake. The majority of its calories come from fat (37.0g, 54% of calories), including 22.0g of saturated fat. One thing to note: a single serving contains 1959.5mg of sodium (85% of the daily recommended limit), which is significant if you're watching your salt intake.

Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.

Three Cheese Macaroni and Cheese (water, Noodles (semolina, Egg Whites, Niacin, Iron (ferrous Sulfate), Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Whipping Cream, Pasteurized Process White Cheddar Cheese (cheddar Cheese (pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Water, Sodium Phosphate, Milkfat, Salt), Havarti Cheese (pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Parmesan/romano Cheese Blend (pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes, Powdered Cellulose to Prevent Caking), Cream Cheese (pasteurized Milk and Cream, Cheese Culture, Salt, Stabilizers (carob Bean And/or Xanthan And/or Guar Gums)), Modified Corn Starch, Emulsifier (sodium Polyphosphate, Sodium Phosphate), Salt, Soy Lecithin), Cheddar Cheese (cheddar Cheese (pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes, Annatto (vegetable Color), Potato Starch and Powdered Cellulose (to Prevent Caking), Natamycin (a Natural Mold Inhibitor)), Breadcrumbs (wheat Flour, Romano and Parmesan Cheese (part Skim Cow's Milk, Cultures, Enzymes, Salt), Soybean Oil, Sugar, Salt, Yeast, Dehydrated Garlic, Dehydrated Onion, Spices, Maltodextrin, Dehydrated Parsley, Unsalted Butter (pasteurized Cream, Natural Flavor), Enzyme Modified Butter, Natural Flavors)

Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.

The following shows how one serving of Macaroni and Cheese contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Macaroni and Cheese accounts for 29.9% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from fat. Fat makes up 54% of the calories.

How long would it take to burn off the 599.0 calories in Macaroni and Cheese? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.

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Chick-fil-A is unusual among fast food chains in that its salads are a genuine nutritional competitor to its sandwiches — not an afterthought or a compromise. Understanding how the two categories compare helps you make a smarter order depending on your goals.The Chick-fil-A Sandwich Lineup: CaloriesThe core Chick-fil-A sandwich options and their calorie counts:Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich — 440 calories, 28g proteinSpicy Chicken Sandwich — 450 calories, 28g proteinGrilled Chicken Sandwich — 320 calories, 29g proteinGrilled Chicken Club Sandwich — 520 calories, 38g proteinPretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich — 600 calories, 36g proteinThe Chick-fil-A Salad Lineup: CaloriesThe salad options with recommended dressing:Market Salad (grilled, light Italian) — ~370 calories, 30g proteinSpicy Southwest Salad (grilled, chili lime vinaigrette) — ~450 calories, 33g proteinCobb Salad (grilled, half avocado lime ranch) — ~660 calories, 40g proteinGrilled Chicken Cool Wrap — 350 calories, 42g proteinThe Verdict: Which Is the Smarter Order?For the lowest calorie option: the Grilled Chicken Sandwich at 320 calories and the Grilled Chicken Cool Wrap at 350 calories are very close.