KFC Mac & Cheese (family): 540 calories
- 18gProtein
- 66gCarbs
- 23gFat
- 2,220mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from KFC Full Nutrition Guide (U.S.), last checked October 11, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
KFC Mac & Cheese calories by size
| Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| individual | 140 | 5g | 17g | 6g | 590mg | 7% |
| family | 540 | 18g | 66g | 23g | 2,220mg | 27% |
The KFC Mac & Cheese (family) is about 27% of a 2,000-calorie day and 97% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How to make a KFC order lighter
- Order the Secret Recipe Fries (individual) instead: 220 fewer calories, 5g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the KFC Mac & Cheese (family) takes about 122 minutes of brisk walking, 56 minutes of running (5 mph) or 56 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
The closest item of the same kind at other chains:
- Panda Express Chow Mein (Side, 12 oz): 520 calories, 14g protein
- Chick-fil-A Mac & Cheese (Medium): 450 calories, 20g protein
- Wendy's Sour Cream and Chive Baked Potato: 300 calories, 8g protein
- Panera Bread French Baguette (1/4 baguette): 290 calories, 9g protein
- Taco Bell Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce: 220 calories, 3g protein
Questions people ask
The KFC Mac & Cheese (family) has 540 calories, with 18g of protein, 66g of carbs and 23g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
individual: 140; family: 540 calories.
The Secret Recipe Fries (individual) has 320 calories, 220 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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