Delicious Copycat KFC Coleslaw recipe – this coleslaw is the perfect side dish to every barbecue and it’s great to bring to pot lucks and other get-togethers.
Does anyone else remember the KFC Buffets?? I remember going to the KFC buffet during high school and it was like heaven. My mom would take me there after a volleyball game or maybe a track meet and I would eat ridiculous amounts of food. Now that I think about it, I wonder if I was the reason they stopped the buffet??
Food for thought…
I think this is about the time that my love affair with their coleslaw began. It’s completely ruined me for all other coleslaw. Oh, I’ve tried other coleslaw – of course! But it just isn’t the same. So sweet and a little bit tangy – coleslaw perfection!
I’ve been known to eat the entire family meal coleslaw by myself. Hands off people! No shame here. None. Now of course I can’t always make it over to KFC and making it at home is the next best thing. It’s easy too! Now I’m going to tell you the coleslaw secret: You have to let it chill for at least 2 hours. The longer the better. This stuff just gets better by the day.
This coleslaw is the perfect side dish for almost any sandwich and is amazing with pulled pork. I made this coleslaw to accompany our Spicy Pulled Pork Popper Sandwiches and it was divine!
When you first combine the ingredients you’re going to start doubting me. Don’t. It’s going to look a lot “dryer” thank KFC coleslaw at first. Let it chill and then you’ll see. Trust me.
This coleslaw is the perfect side dish to every barbecue and it’s great to bring to pot lucks and other get-togethers. I’ve never brought home leftovers. Never. You can easily double the recipe for a crowd {and you should!}.
More Favorite Side Dishes
- Cucumber Salad
- Creamed Corn – Two Ways!
- Loaded Scalloped Potatoes
- My Mom’s Broccoli Salad with Bacon
- Twice Baked Potatoes
- Green Bean Recipe (my Nana’s and it is SO good!)
- Baked Sweet Potatoes
- Mashed Potatoes
- Twice Baked Potato Casserole
How To Make Coleslaw
Copycat KFC Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise I use light
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh is best
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp celery seed
- 16 oz shredded bagged cole slaw mix
Instructions
- Whisk together all the ingredients except for the shredded cole slaw mix.
- Add the bag and mix until nicely blended with the dressing.
- Refrigerate 2-3 hours (or longer).
- Mix well again just before serving.
Nutrition
patricia a brownfield says
just wondering f i make this dressing, how long will it keep i the refridgerator, before i mix it with the cabbage?
Terry says
We have a family field day every year! I make pulled pork and I make your Cole slaw. I have to quadruple the recipe. It is a huge hit!!!! So delicious!!!! Thank you so much for sharing it with us!!!!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
So glad you enjoy the recipe Terry! Thank you!
Cheryl Brown says
WOW!!! OUTTA DA PARK!!!
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SJ says
This looks like a good basic coleslaw recipe, but there are better copycat KFC coleslaws. The veg needs to be more finely chopped which adds to “sporkable” coleslaw. Adds something to the true copycat.
Nicole says
I don’t usually comment on blog posts, but I made this recipe yesterday, and oh my, did it receive compliments galore!
I’ve had this recipe pinned on Pinterest for about 9 months now, and I decided to give it a whirl this 4th of July. I am a huge coleslaw snob, and this recipe has become my new favorite! It was so easy to make (especially never having made it before), and the outcome was absolutely delicious! When I brought it to my friend’s barbeque, I was sad that two other guests brought store-bought coleslaw from the deli. I subtly mentioned mine was a KFC copycat recipe and that I made it fresh today. It received so many compliments that I just had to compliment your recipe 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You are so sweet Nicole! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe so much! Thanks for letting me know!
Trinity says
Can you find a recipe for their macaroni and cheese? It is SO delicious! Thanks 🙂
Janet Fazio says
I can’t even tell you how excited I am to try this recipe. I LOVE the coleslaw from KFC.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
That’s awesome Janet – enjoy!
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Linda says
Hi Trish,
I was wondering, for the copycat recipe for KFC Coleslaw, could i use Miracle Whip instead of Mayonnaise?
Liz says
Thank you Trish for the nice recipes.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You are so welcome Liz! Hope you’re having a great week!
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Dj says
Found this on Pinterest and made it for a company potluck. Wow! It’s delicious and people loved it and it’s so easy to make. I’ll be making it again for an outdoor crawfish boil this weekend. It will be perfect. Thank you for sharing!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
So glad you gave it a try! Thanks for letting me know 🙂
Lisa says
We owned a KFC for many years….there is NO mayonnaise in it, rather Miracle Whip!!! It also does not include any buttermilk! Sorry!
Amanda R says
This is the best homemade coleslaw recipe I have ever tried. I’ve been searching for the perfect one for so long, and the search is now over! While I don’t think it tastes exactly like KFC’s, I do love this one, and I will make it again and again. The only change I made was to use a scant 1/8 tsp of celery seed as I just don’t care for the stuff (a little goes a long way for me). Thanks for an awesome recipe!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Super happy to hear that Amanda! So glad you gave it a try!
Debra Anderson says
I love this recipe! I will take coleslaw over any other side dish if it’s available. And I especially love it on fish sandwiches, with a dab of tarter sauce. It’s delicious!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Me too Debra! Thank you!
Irene Wilson says
I love this coleslaw recipe but I add 1/2 tsp garlic powder and a few stalks of green onions including the white parts. I also like to marinate the onions in the sugar and vinegar before adding the rest of the ingredients. I actually make a sandwich just using the coleslaw. Better the next day. Also have added red and green chopped peppers to make it even more colorful and nutritious.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Sounds fabulous Irene!
Tara says
Hey there is still a KFC buffet in TN I went to it yesterday yum yum!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
So JEALOUS Tara 🙂
sarah says
There are still 2 KFC buffets here in southern California that i know of. I used to pig out on mac and cheese and their biscuits. 🙂 Oh man, now i want some crispy strips, potato wedges and a biscuit!!! I’m going to give the recipe a try 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Okay, you have to tell me where so I can stop by next time we’re down there 🙂
Paulette says
I love love love KFC cole slaw and, like you, could make a meal out of it. I’m definitely going to try this one because it appears to be much healthier then the recipe I use now but supposedly, the one I use is an authentic KFC recipe but has waaaaay too much sugar in it in addition to Miracle Whip which has its own health issues http://www.recipelink.com/msgbrd/board_14/2005/MAR/16646.html
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Awesome Paulette! Cole slaw definitely needs a little sugar but not too much 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
denise smith says
this is how i feel, because i too love love love this coleslaw….HAPPY HAPPY JOY JOY HAPPY HAPPY JOY JOY …lol..thanks for recipe!!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
LOL! Thanks Denise!! And thanks for stopping by 🙂
tracy says
Is it mayo or miracle whip for the KFC recipe?
sister says
what kind of mayonaisse?they all have different tastes..thanks
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I use Best Foods. Have a wonderful weekend!
Elisha says
I feel the same way about KFC coleslaw! I have a similar copycat recipe as you’ve posted but mine calls for 1T. Minced onion and no celery seed and variable amounts of the same ingredients as yours. It is almost spot on the same as KFC coleslaw!
carrian says
Love this copycat recipe!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Carrian!
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
I love coleslaw and I’ve always had a weakness for KFCs! Pinned!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Averie!
Deborah says
I have to admit – I’m not the biggest coleslaw fan, but on the rare occasion we have kfc, I always have to have coleslaw!! I’m sure I’d like this even better!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Deborah! KFC coleslaw has always been my fave 🙂
Carolyn Bogart says
this really looks great….I did notice that you’re using Mayo..I’ve seen copy cat KFC coleslaw before…and they used KRAFT MIRACLE WHIP (that’s the only time I ever bought that) and it was fairly close. I’m dying to try you’rs since it uses regular Mayo (Hellman’s/Best Foods all the way) thank you for this version…
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Interesting Carolyn – now I want to try it with the miracle whip and taste the difference 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
Genny says
Hi, I just can’t believe there is Miracle Whip in this slaw. I can SMELL miracle Whip. MAYO all the way
meg says
YUM! when i was pregnant with my first, i used to drive through KFC just to get their coleslaw 🙂 i need to try this! thanks for sharing 🙂
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Natasha in Oz says
This looks amazing! I love KFC coleslaw and have often tried to replicate it but never can. I’ll give your recipe a try!
If you have a minute to spare I’d be thrilled if you could link this yummy recipe post to my weekly ‘Say G’Day Saturday’ linky party which is on now. Hope you can join in!
Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Natasha! This really is a greaty copycat recipe 🙂 Thanks for visiting!
Diana Rambles says
YUM!
Bill Beaman says
Wow! Am I reading this? Amazing! lol.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Bill! It really is amazing!
Heather Who Needs a Cape? says
KFC Coleslaw is one of my absolute fav’s. This looks so good – I’m going to have to try it!
Found you at Cheerio’s and Latte’s!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Isn’t is the best? Thanks for stopping by Heather!
Darlene says
Hi Trish,
I love KFC coleslaw. The only KFC in town closed a couple of years ago. I use to pick up a family meal and head over to the nearest park for a picnic. Good memories.
Thanks so much for sharing. I look forward to giving it a try.
Bye for now, Darlene
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I just love it Darlene! I sure hope you give it a try!
Chelsea @ Making Home Base says
Stopping by from TT&J! I loveeee KFC coleslaw but I’ve never made coleslaw myself even though bbq all the time! Totally pinning and trying this recipe!! Thanks Trish 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Definitely perfect for bbqs Chelseas! Thanks for the pin 🙂
Tonya @ Love of Family & Home says
Love me some KFC coleslaw!! Thanks for sharing! Stopping by from the weekend wrap-up party at TT&J! Have a great weekend!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Me too! Thanks for stopping by Tonya!
Wendy @ AMFT says
Love the recipe and beautiful photos! Although…I have to admit the sammy looks totally delish too!
I loved meeting you last weekend and hanging out at BBC! 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you Wendy! It was absolutely awesome to meet you guys too 🙂 We had so much fun!
Shannon {Cozy Country Living} says
I can’t wait to try that coleslaw! I usually do not like fast foods, but I love KFC coleslaw…and you are right, once you really like that, I ruins all other coleslaw recipes for you. Thanks so much for sharing this:)
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Totally! It’s the best!
Kara says
I love KFC’s cole slaw so I’m definitely going to be making this!! Thanks for sharing!
Tonia@thegunnysack says
Fantastic Trish! And your pictures are gorgeous, as always!
Stephanie says
This looks SO good. I wish my bunch liked coleslaw!
Amy @ So There by Amy says
Haha, this was like one of my first ever blog posts several years ago! (Your photos are obviously better, since I didn’t even take any!)
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I love KFC coleslaw…it IS the best by far!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
That’s too funny Amy! Thanks for visiting!
Gloria @ Simply Gloria says
This is going to blow my hubby’s mind! This is the only kind of coleslaw he’ll eat! Thanks, Trish!
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says
There is just something about KFC’s coleslaw! I am so excited to try this copycat recipe out!!!
Kathy says
Oh yum! My family would love this!
Happy Valley Chow says
I like to consider myself a coleslaw connoisseur, I tend to always get a side of coleslaw if a restaurant offers it and see what I think. I do, actually, really enjoy KFCs coleslaw, I will have to give this recipe a try. I absolutely LOVE the pulled pork popper, that just looks off the chart delicious!
Happy Blogging!
Happy Valley Chow
Meghan @ The Tasty Fork says
When I was in High School (Gosh, a LOOOONG time ago!), I would go to KFC and always order biscuits and coleslaw. I loved eating both of those things together…who needs the chicken! lol
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Yeah right – couldn’t be more than a couple of years ago right? Mmmm, now you’ve got me thinking of biscuits!
Becca {Crumbs and Chaos} says
I’m kind of a coleslaw hoarder myself…can’t get enough of the stuff!! This looks perfect, Trish!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Glad to not be alone in this Becca 🙂 Thanks so much for the sweet comment!
Lisa says
We owned a KFC for many years….there is NO mayonnaise in it, rather Miracle whip!!! It also does not include any buttermilk! Sorry!
Giggle Fairy says
I’m a big time KFC coleslaw fan. I love the sweetness of it! Don’t get me wrong, I’ll eat coleslaw from other places, but KFC’s is by far my favorite. And like other’s have mentioned, I’ve also been guilty of going to KFC strictly for their sides, not their chicken. Lisa, I can believe Miracle Whip is the product used for the sweet flavor rather than mayo. I’ve preferred Miracle Whip on my sandwiches and in my potato salads since childhood. No mayo for, but I’m most definitely trying this recipe. Trish, I chose your recipe over the other “copycat” recipes because of the look of your coleslaw (beautiful photos and looks like what I am used to getting at KFC) and there aren’t large chunks of foods that I know aren’t in KFC’s slaw, onions, green onions, celery, grapes, etc. While I like to eat these things, I’m simply looking for what I get at the restaurant. Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us! Can’t wait to give this a try.
Fredrico says
I have been going to KFC just for their sides too. Coleslaw & potato wedges both in large size. I just have to remember to ask first for my senior discount. This coleslaw is something I will have to try. However my favorite coleslaw of all time was at the old ( now telling my age) L & K restaurants which closed down many, many years ago. Have searched internet for information on the recipe but have never found out how they made such a creamy sauce. Used to go out late at night just for their bowl of coleslaw and some French fries. Believe me it was the best coleslaw ever made.
lewis says
Thanks for the info.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
Love it Trish! Your photos are gorgeous!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Dorothy!