Macaroni & Cheese (Family) Calories & Nutrition
Homestyle Sides · KFC Menu Item
Item Overview
Macaroni & Cheese (Family) is a homestyle sides option on the KFC menu with 540 calories, 18g protein, 66g carbs, and 23g fat per listed serving.
Based on macro profile, this item is a lower-sugar and higher-sodium choice. It delivers around 3.3g protein per 100 calories.
Calories per serving
27% of 2,000 kcal daily goal
Macronutrient breakdown
- Protein18g13%
- Fat23g38%
- Carbs66g49%
Protein
18g
36% DV
Total Fat
23g
29% DV
Carbohydrates
66g
24% DV
Full Nutrition Facts
% Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
| Calories | 540 kcal27% DV |
| Total Fat | 23 g29% DV |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g30% DV |
| Total Carbohydrates | 66 g24% DV |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g18% DV |
| Sugars | 8 g |
| Protein | 18 g36% DV |
| Sodium | 2220 mg97% DV |
What the Calories Are Made Of
Of the 540 calories in Macaroni & Cheese (Family), approximately 38% come from fat (23g × 9 kcal/g = 207 kcal), 49% from carbohydrates (66g × 4 kcal/g = 264 kcal), and 13% from protein (18g × 4 kcal/g = 72 kcal).
This makes Macaroni & Cheese (Family) a carb-forward item — the majority of its calories come from carbohydrates. The macro donut chart above shows this split visually.
How It Compares
Compared with Mashed Potatoes With Gravy (Family), Macaroni & Cheese (Family) has around 8% fewer calories. Protein is 18g vs 12g, and carbs are 66g vs 88g.
Best choice if you want a fuller, more calorie-dense menu option.
Where It Ranks in Homestyle Sides
Macaroni & Cheese (Family) ranks 5th out of 21 items in the Homestyle Sides category by calorie count. It has more calories than 16 items in this category and fewer than 4.
The lowest-calorie option in this category is Green Beans at 25 kcal. The highest-calorie option is Secret Recipe Fries (Family) at 840 kcal. The Homestyle Sides category averages 309 kcal.
How Long to Burn Off Macaroni & Cheese (Family)
At 540 calories, here is roughly how long common activities would take to burn this off, based on a 70 kg (154 lb) person at moderate intensity.
Walking
2 hr 34 min
Running
1 hr 17 min
Cycling
1 hr 38 min
Swimming
1 hr 23 min
Burn estimates are approximate and vary with body weight, fitness level, and exact pace.
Ingredient And Allergen Note
Ingredient composition and allergens can vary by restaurant and customization choices. Use this nutrition page as planning guidance, then confirm allergens and preparation details at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Macaroni & Cheese (Family)?
Macaroni & Cheese (Family) contains about 540 calories per listed serving.
Is Macaroni & Cheese (Family) high in protein?
Macaroni & Cheese (Family) provides 18g of protein and around 3.3g protein per 100 calories.
How much sodium is in Macaroni & Cheese (Family)?
Macaroni & Cheese (Family) contains 2220mg of sodium per serving — about 97% of the 2300mg recommended daily limit. This is high for a single item; nutrition guidance generally suggests keeping individual meals under 600–800mg of sodium when possible.
What are the carbs in Macaroni & Cheese (Family)?
Macaroni & Cheese (Family) has 66g of total carbohydrates, which is about 24% of the 275g recommended daily intake. It contains 5g of dietary fiber per serving.
Is Macaroni & Cheese (Family) high in saturated fat?
Macaroni & Cheese (Family) contains 6g of saturated fat per serving — 30% of the recommended 20g daily limit. This is moderate relative to other fried KFC items but worth accounting for if you are managing saturated fat intake.
Is Macaroni & Cheese (Family) suitable for a low-calorie diet?
At 540 calories, Macaroni & Cheese (Family) accounts for about 27% of a standard 2000-calorie daily goal. That's a substantial share for a single item — most low-calorie meal plans target 400–500 calories per meal. If you're aiming for lighter options, the KFC Calories Calculator can help you find alternatives and track your full meal total.
How many calories are in a KFC Macaroni & Cheese (Family)?
A KFC Macaroni & Cheese (Family) has 540 calories per serving. The exact value can vary slightly by location and preparation, but 540 kcal is the standard reference value from KFC's published nutrition data. This covers all standard components as listed in KFC's published nutrition data.
% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA reference values). Actual nutritional needs may vary.