KFC Coleslaw is a five minute side dish you’ll enjoy all summer long with your favorite chicken and more! Tastes exactly like the original!
KFC Coleslaw is one of my most personal childhood food memories. As a young kid I would walk from my elementary school with my great aunt and we would stop at KFC (then Kentucky Fried Chicken) to get a chicken plate to share and a pudding cup to share. I just remember the most happy memories of our time together there, we would sit and talk and laugh.
To this day anytime I eat or make this KFC Coleslaw I think of her. I’m sure many of us have memories like this, which is why copycat recipes are also so personal. You want to recreate those memories or those long lost flavors (Like Pioneer Take-Out Fried Chicken) and anytime you succeed there is joy.
Speaking of KFC, you can also enjoy this coleslaw with KFC Original Fried Chicken and make your own chicken plate for a lot less money!
This KFC Coleslaw is probably one of the easiest copycats I have worked on in a long time. The ingredients were readily available online from so many sources it is hard to tell where the original came from. The version I found was from Food.com.
Looking for more recipes to serve with this easy coleslaw?
- The Obvious: KFC Original Recipe Chicken (Copycat) and Pioneer Take-Out Fried Chicken
- Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
- Super Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
- Loaded Baked Potato Salad
- Easy Mashed Potatoes + 10 Add-In Ideas!
Tools used in the making of this KFC Coleslaw:
Food Processor: This is the newer version of the one I have used and loved for ten years. It is a workhorse and the new model has similarly awesome reviews…and it is so affordable!
Buttermilk Powder: I stopped buying buttermilk years ago and keep this on hand for dressings, waffles, homemade ranch seasoning and more. One container has served over 100 recipes to date. You don’t have to throw away 50% full buttermilk containers anymore. I also love their all natural cheddar powder and sour cream powder (I use these to make Cheddar and Sour Cream Roasted Potatoes that taste just like the chips!) and Chicago Mix Cheddar and Caramel Popcorn.
Mayonnaise: I’ve tried a number of different brands, this one is the most spot on flavor.
Ingredients
- 8 cups diced cabbage (I used a food processor shredding disc)
- 1 carrot (also used the food processor)
- 2 tablespoons grated onions
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup buttermilk (I used buttermilk powder to make mine)
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the cabbage, carrot, onion.
- In a second bowl whisk the rest of the ingredients together until combined and smooth.
- Toss together thoroughly and put in the refrigerator for 4-8 hours (the longer, the better).
Nutrition
This is a great recipe, my always go to…it great…
Have tried many coleslaw recipes and by far this is the best and it’s spot on to kfc. My family loves it thank you for this recipe.
You’re very welcome Shannon and thanks for the five star review!
Can this be made dairy free?
Yes you can Leah! Let us know which milk substitute you decided to use and how it turned out for you!
Make this recipe for every barbecue it’s the best love it
Thanks Kathy and thanks for the five star review.
Wow, this was excellent! Still tastes great a couple days after. The only change I made was to use less sugar (1 TBSP vs 1/3 cup).
Thank you for bringing back great memories…
LOL! You’re welcome Lorraine and thank you for the five star review.
Fantastic! I like it MORE than KFC’s! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Debbie and thanks for the five star review!
This was delicious! I did a double batter dip for extra crunch. I dressed with a sauce of miracle whip and honey Dijon mustard. SO GOOD!
So glad you enjoyed the KFC Coleslaw and thank you Paula, for the five star review!