Four-Cheese Mac & Cheese with Honey Pepper Chicken Tenders
How to order it
4-Cheese Mac & Cheese with Bacon·Chicken Tenders·Honey Pepper Sauce
How we scored it
This product is heavily processed with multiple additives and preservatives, including carrageenan and polysorbate 80. The presence of processed cheese and added sugars further reduces its healthiness.
This dish is scored from the chain's published statements for each of its components.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 serving (720g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1360 | |
| Total fat | 55g | 71% |
| Saturated fat | 20g | 100% |
| Trans fat | 1g | |
| Cholesterol | 135mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 3320mg | 144% |
| Total carbohydrate | 159g | 58% |
| Dietary fiber | 7g | 25% |
| Sugars | 44g | |
| Protein | 56g | 112% |
Applebee's's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8SugarBad
Sugar is added to enhance sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and affect health if consumed in excess.
See more about Sugar →SaltNeutral
Salt enhances flavor and preserves food, making dishes more palatable and extending shelf life.
See more about Salt →Vitamin D3Neutral
Vitamin D3 is added to support calcium absorption and bone health, serving as a nutritional supplement.
See more about Vitamin D3 →WaterNeutral
Water is used as a base or solvent in food preparation, essential for texture and consistency.
See more about Water →White American Processed CheeseNeutral
Processed cheese provides flavor and meltability, commonly used in comfort foods like mac and cheese.
American CheeseNeutral
American cheese adds creaminess and flavor, a standard ingredient in many cheese-based dishes.
Pasteurized MilkNeutral
Pasteurized milk is treated to eliminate harmful bacteria, ensuring safety while maintaining nutritional content.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →Cheese CultureNeutral
Cheese cultures are beneficial bacteria that help develop flavor and texture in cheese products.
See more about Cheese Culture →More mains at Applebee's
Scout's score is an independent read of Applebee's's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Applebee's menu.