Spring and early summer seems to be the time when we have the most family gatherings besides the holiday season later in the year. Cook outs and pot lucks are king and our KFC Copycat Coleslaw Recipe is always a hit!
I love how easy it is to make this copycat coleslaw recipe, so check it out!
KFC Copycat Coleslaw Recipe
I don’t know much about other coleslaw recipes but this KFC copycat coleslaw recipe is that you can put it together quickly. I kind of always though that coleslaw was complicated but not really!
The ingredient list for this copycat coleslaw recipe is a bit longer than I usually like but once you start making it, it’s actually just some mixing together!
Using this copycat recipe, KFC coleslaw just might be your go to dish to take along when you spend time with family and friends! I’ve included some affiliate links for the kitchen supplies I usually use to make this recipe (just in case you need to order anything).
What you need:
- 1 (1 lb.) package coleslaw mix with cabbage and carrots
- 2 TBS minced onion
- 1/3 c. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 1/4 c. milk
- 1/2 c. mayo
- 1/4 c. buttermilk
- 1 1/2 TBS white vinegar
- 2 1/2 TBS lemon juice
- Dried Parsley
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What you do:
- Place coleslaw mix in a large bowl. Add onions. Mix well. (If you want the cabbage and carrots to be more the texture of KFC, place mix in a food processor and pulse to cut up finer.)
- In a medium bowl combine buttermilk, milk, mayo, sugar, salt, pepper, vinegar, and lemon juice. Whisk well.
- Pour over cabbage mix. Stir well.
- Sprinkle with dried parsley.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
We actually take this copycat coleslaw recipe on the go with us a lot so it’s important to find a great way to transport it. I’ve got two different containers that work well depending on how much of the KFC copycat coleslaw recipe I’m making! It’s all about a great lid!
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Printable Recipe Copycat Recipe – KFC Coleslaw
Copycat KFC Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 1 1 lb. package coleslaw mix with cabbage and carrots (see note below)
- 2 TBS minced onion
- 1/3 c. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 1/4 c. milk
- 1/2 c. mayo
- 1/4 c. buttermilk
- 1 1/2 TBS white vinegar
- 2 1/2 TBS lemon juice
- Dried Parsley
Instructions
- Place coleslaw mix in a large bowl. Add onions. Mix well. (If you want the cabbage and carrots to be more the texture of KFC, place mix in a food processor and pulse to cut up finer.)
- In a medium bowl combine buttermilk, milk, mayo, sugar, salt, pepper, vinegar, and lemon juice. Whisk well.
- Pour over cabbage mix. Stir well.
- Sprinkle with dried parsley.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Thank you to Everyday Mom’s Meals for the recipe. If you’re looking for another easy recipe to take with you to pot luck or cook outs, try out Easy Layered Bean Dip!
Click the photo below to pin this KFC Copycat Coleslaw Recipe for later!
Janet W. says
I love their coleslaw! Thanks for sharing this copycat recipe. I will try it myself soon!
Leila says
Seriously going to have to try this! KFC coleslaw is the best (and pretty much the only coleslaw I eat)! I’m pinning this for later! Yum!
Stephanie says
I absolutely love KFC’s coleslaw! Totally pinning this to make later!
Tammy Woodall says
I really like KFC coleslaw. Honestly though, I think yours looks more appetizing. Thanks for the recipe.
Carolsue says
I’ve been looking for this recipe! Thanks so much, can’t wait to try it!
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Laura J says
Oh we love KFC coleslaw!!! One of those must haves everytime we go! I will have to give this a try at home!
Sharon Powless says
I have made this recipe both with and without the onions. It tastes more like KFC’s without the onions.
Sharon Powless says
I have made this recipe both with and without onions. It tastes more like KFC’s recipe without the onions.
Cindy Carr says
My daughter loves KFC cole slaw. She will be so surprised.
BobbyM says
KFC coleslaw is the best and this recipe is spot on – thanks for posting.
Allen says
I use to work for the Giles company that made KFC’S coleslaws. I personally love KFC coleslaw. In your recipe its states “See Note below.: Where is it. and what is it.
Rich says
Excellent! I especially appreciate the comment about chopping prepared coleslaw mix more in a food processor. I created a perfect consistency!
vickie says
I don’t know what it means at the bottom, where it says, chill 2 hours, overnight?
Mariah says
Updated!