Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (2024)

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A southern favorite, Chick-fil-A had cool creamy coleslaw on their menu for nearly 50 years, and now you can make the exact recipe at home!

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I haven't always been a fan of Coleslaw, but it is such a BBQ staple the more I tried it, the more I liked it. Then when I tried Chick-fil-A coleslaw, all bets were off. It's the perfect balance of cool and creamy, and it has the perfect crunch. Serve it alongside Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets (Chick-fil-A Copycat), Air Fryer Hot Dogs or Air Fryer Hamburgers for the perfect BBQ meal!

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The restaurant served their coleslaw for nearly 50 years, but then abruptly took it off their menu. However, before the removed it, they shared the exact recipe in print for everyone to duplicate at home. I have been making it for years, and finally decided to share it with y'all.

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Chick-fil-A Coleslaw is super easy to make, and only uses a handful of ingredients. Aside from the cabbage, you probably already have everything on hand.

How to Make Copycat Chick-fil-A Coleslaw:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

  • Using a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, mustard and salt. Add the mayonnaise and whisk well until completely combined.
  • Add the cabbage mix or if shredding your own cabbage and carrots, add those. Use a spatula to fold the cabbage into the sauce mixture.
  • Place the bowl covered in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
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Pro tips for making Coleslaw:

  • Use a pre-shredded bag of cabbage/carrots mixed. This saves time.
    • However if you want to double or triple the recipe, it will be more cost effective to cut the cabbage and shred the carrots.
  • Prepare the coleslaw the day before serving. The longer the flavors meld, the tastier the coleslaw gets! Mix well before serving.
  • Keep 1-2 bags of pre-shredded cabbage/carrot mix in the freezer, then take out the day before making to defrost.
  • Coleslaw will stay fresh covered in the fridge for 5-6 days.
  • Reduce the sugar content (7g per serving) by using a sugar substitute such as stevia or monk-fruit.
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Delicious main dishes to serve with Chick-fil-A Coleslaw:

I love serving this coleslaw alongside Air Fryer Hot Dogs or Air Fryer Hamburgers, but it's perfect for grilling too!

Try it with:

  • Taco Stuffed Burgers
  • Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets (Chick-fil-A Copycat)
  • Air Fryer Chicken Legs (drumsticks)
  • Spicy Black Bean Hawaiian BBQ Burgers
  • Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Black Bean Burgers
  • Instant Pot Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes
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If you like easy side dish recipes as much as I do, checkout these other amazingly easy side dishes:

  • Honey Lime Fruit Salad
  • Big Mac Salad (low carb)
  • Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)
  • Air Fryer Roasted Carrots (easy side dish)
  • Twice Baked Potatoes (the BEST)
  • Panera Mac and Cheese (copycat recipe)

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Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe)

Prep Time

5 mins

Refrigerate

2 hrs

Total Time

2 hrs 5 mins

A southern favorite, Chick-fil-A had cool creamy coleslaw on their menu for nearly 50 years, and now you can make the exact recipe at home!

Ingredients

  • 4teaspoonwhite vinegar
  • ¼cupwhite granulated sugar
  • ¼teaspoondry mustard(or ¾ teaspoon yellow mustard)
  • ¼teaspoonsalt
  • 1cupmayonnaise(I use reduced fat Duke's)
  • 24ouncesshredded cabbage/carrot mix(also called coleslaw mix)
  • teaspoonblack pepper (optional)*

Instructions

  1. Using a medium bowl, add vinegar, sugar, mustard and salt; whisk until completely combined. Add mayonnaise and whisk until completely combined.

  2. Add cabbage mix; fold gently into the sauce mixture until completely coated.

  3. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

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Recipe Notes

*Black pepper is optional. Original CFA recipe does not include it, but I like it seasoned a bit more. Add to taste.

Nutritional information based off 10 servings (using reduced fat mayonnaise): 98 calories, 6g fat, 10g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 7g sugar, 1g protein.

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  1. SHARYN

    I live in Lawton Oklahoma. no Jewish Deli to be found, I am Ordering corned beef from Katz Deli. I want a real Deli coleslaw to go in my corn beef sandwich. does this recipe fit the bill?

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    • Allyson

      Hi Sharyn- I lived in NYC for 6 years and would frequent Katz's Deli often. I do think this coleslaw fits the bill, but of course every taste is different. I hope you enjoy it if you try it out!

      Reply

      • SHARYN

        Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (8)
        thank you I am so excited. I have been dying for a good corn beef sandwich with swiss cheese, Russian dressing, and a dill pickle. I live in Lawton Oklahoma. This place has no deli's of any kind. No great grocery stores only Walmart. A very small mall that is being closed shortly and no sidewalks. Thank you again. I can stop scouring the internet for possibilities

        Reply

  2. Lily

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (9)
    Amazing!! We loved this coleslaw, so easy and it paired so well with our grilled chicken!!

    Reply

  3. Wilhelmina

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (10)
    This is coleslaw perfection! It was the perfect side with our pulled pork sandwiches!

  4. Stephanie

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (11)
    Great recipe! I made this to go with my pulled pork sandwiches and it was a big hit.

    Reply

  5. Erin

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (12)
    This dish sounds amazing! I want to dive into my screen!

    Reply

  6. Amanda Livesay

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (13)
    This tastes just like the CFA cole slaw! We loved it.

    Reply

  7. Catalina

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (14)
    You made me hungry! This coleslaw would be perfect for dinner tonight with some grilled meat! YUM!

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  8. SHARYN

    Hello everyone. Thank you for all your replies, that this coleslaw goes well with pulled pork and chicken. I am sure it does. I really wanted to know does this coleslaw taste like the slaws that are severed at a Jewish deli. I want to make a genuine authentic corn beef sandwich on rye. Especially since I am paying $35.00 dollars a pound for the corned beef and that's without taxes and shipping. Thank you again, all of your replies

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  9. Beti | easyweeknightrecipes

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (15)
    Oh yum, this coleslaw looks incredibly delicious!!

    Reply

  10. katerina @ diethood.com

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (16)
    Such a fantastic coleslaw recipe!! I can't wait to try it!

    Reply

  11. Alex

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (17)
    I can't wait to try this! It looks so very quick, easy and delicious!

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    • kat B.

      Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (18)
      I've been making my own Coleslaw from that recipe ever since they discontinued it.
      Why in the world would they stop having it after 50 years?? I could never get an answer!
      My daughters are Still upset over discontinuing
      the chicken salad sandwich!

      Reply

  12. Erin

    I haven't had Chick-fil-a in ages! I totally need to try this. It's been too long!

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    • Allyson

      Yes, you will LOVE it!

      Reply

  13. Louise Bichler

    How long can you keep Cole slaw I. Closed container

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    • Allyson

      It should last about 5-6 days in the fridge covered. It might get a little watery, just mix it up before serving!

      Reply

    • kat B.

      Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (19)
      I've been making my own Coleslaw from that recipe ever since they discontinued it.
      Why in the world would they stop having it after 50 years?? I could never get an answer!
      My daughters are Still upset over discontinuing
      the chicken salad sandwich!

      Reply

  14. Denise

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (20)
    Personal preference I used Apple Cider Vinegar, 1/4 amount of sugar and added a tsp. of celery seed. Turned out perfect for me!

    Reply

  15. Brittany

    This is delicious! What is the serving size?

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  16. Tammy Jay Payne

    Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (21)
    My Mom made an identical recipe for coleslaw that includes these same ingredients. She never measured anything, but I used to watch her make it and it tastes the same. Once in a while she would add celery seeds to switch it up. This recipe hit close to home and I believe would be a great addition to a corned beef on rye like you would find at the Jewish delis.

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    • Allyson

      Thank you so much for your feedback and story! I love hearing them! I will try celery seeds next time I make this as that sounds delicious!!!

      Reply

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Chick-fil-A Coleslaw (copycat recipe) (2024)

FAQs

Why did Chick-fil-A quit selling coleslaw? ›

Chick-fil-A fans didn't take the change lightly and some still call for the return of the creamy dish. The chain announced on New Year's Eve 2015 that it was removing the side, citing an effort to revamp its menu and make room for healthier items. It left the menu for good on January 18, 2016, and has not returned.

Why is KFC coleslaw so good? ›

Fresh ingredients are key to a good slaw, and KFC does alright for a fast food restaurant. You won't find any wilted cabbage pieces, and the carrots are nice and hard as well. What's more, KFC finely dices everything so you don't have to chew that much, and all the flavors and textures blend perfectly.

What is the coleslaw sauce made of? ›

What Is Coleslaw Dressing Made Of? This creamy, mayo-based dressing uses ingredients you likely have on hand: sugar, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, pepper, and of course, mayonnaise. The resulting dressing is just the right balance of sweet, tangy, creamy, and peppery!

How to doctor up store bought coleslaw? ›

Store bought coleslaw usually has too much dressing for my taste. The first thing I would do is put it i a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and let all the juice drip out. then I would add some fresh herbs, parsley, thyme, basil, oregano are some that come to mind. Perhaps a grated carrot as well.

Is Chick-fil-A losing popularity? ›

Chick-fil-A has maintained a steady mid-single-digit growth pace throughout the past several years, increasing by 5.6% in 2023. During that same period, Popeyes' footprint grew by 4.5%, while KFC declined by 3.2%. The competitor average was negative 1.4%, weighed heavily by Church's 13% retrenchment.

Why did KFC stop selling coleslaw? ›

The fast food chain was forced to stop selling its coleslaw tubs when a supply issue meant the slaw would have to be served up without the dressing. “We are currently experiencing a supply issue with our KFC coleslaw dressing,” a KFC spokesperson said. The slaw is made up of cabbage and carrots coated in mayonnaise.

What is the most unhealthy thing at KFC? ›

Worst: Extra Crispy

Here's where "crispy" is a code word for "steer clear." The extra crispy recipe is by far the least healthful of KFC's chicken options. A single breast will set you back 530 calories, 35 grams of fat, and 6 grams of saturated fat.

Why did KFC get rid of lettuce? ›

Some of KFC's biggest fans have blasted the iconic fast food chain after it admitted it was supplementing cabbage for lettuce in its burgers due to supply demands. The iconic chain alerted customers to its lettuce shortage this week by posting a menu update on its website.

Is coleslaw healthy or unhealthy Why? ›

Improves Gut Health

Coleslaw salad is rich in fiber because of the presence of raw cabbage. The RDA of fiber for an adult is 30g per day. It can become challenging to consume this much amount of fiber per day. However, 120 g portion of cabbage is sufficient to meet 10% of daily fiber needs.

What is Amish coleslaw made of? ›

CABBAGE, MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, EGG YOLKS [EGG YOLKS, SALT], HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, WHITE DISTILLED VINEGAR, MUSTARD [WATER, DISTILLED VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEED, SALT, SPICES], WATER, SALT), FRUCTOSE, SUGAR, CARROTS, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, GLUCONO DELTA LACTONE, PEA FIBER, ERYTHORBIC ACID (TO ...

Why does my homemade coleslaw go watery? ›

Cabbage contains lots of water. Alton Brown suggests salting the cabbage and letting the water drain for two hours, then rinsing the cabbage and spinning it dry before dressing it. That purges the excess water out of the cabbage before it is dressed, so it doesn't get watery.

What is Mexican coleslaw made of? ›

How to Make Mexican Coleslaw. First, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and taco seasoning in a small bowl. Next, add the coleslaw, red pepper, grape tomatoes, black beans, corn, jalapeno, and cilantro in a large bowl. Gently stir in the mayonnaise mixture.

Why can't you freeze coleslaw? ›

Cabbage releases so much water when cut, and even more when it's frozen and thawed, the salad will be entirely waterlogged. So, if soggy, grainy coleslaw isn't what you're after, then freezing is probably not the best choice.

Should you wash bagged coleslaw? ›

Bagged or ready-to-eat, fresh-cut produce

If the product is not labeled "washed," "triple washed," or "ready-to-eat," it must be washed before eating.

Why does my homemade coleslaw taste bitter? ›

Once you settle on your variety of cabbage, always opt for the freshest heads possible. They should be firm, dense, and heavy with crisp, vibrant, tightly packed leaves. Older, overripe heads often have a more pungent smell and are more likely to taste bitter.

When did Chick-fil-A get rid of the chicken salad sandwich? ›

While best known for its wildly popular waffle fries and hearty chicken sandwiches, Chick-fil-A also offers many other beloved menu items. Take its chicken salad sandwich, for instance, which remained a favorite of many customers until it was discontinued in 2017.

Why did Chick-fil-A stop selling salads? ›

This is likely due to cost concerns, considering recent inflation and the fact that the announcement came on the back of the unfortunate changes to the restaurant's rewards program. So far, the side salad is the only item on the 'kill' list for Chick-fil-A.

What item is being removed from Chick-fil-A? ›

Chick-fil-A is shaking things up on their menu again. After taking their coleslaw off the menu, now the chicken purveyor is saying farewell to its side salad. That's right, the side salad is no longer going to be an option for those hoping to get a little green in their diet.

Is coleslaw being recalled? ›

The products being recalled are 14 oz President's Choice Colorful Coleslaw, Lot codes B318005 and B318006 (UPC code 0-6038322267-3), with Use-by date of 2019 DE 04 and 16 oz Marketside Tri-Color Coleslaw, Lot codes B318005 and B318006 (UPC code 6-81131-38748-4), with Best if Used by date DEC 04 2019, due to a possible ...

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