If you’re looking to make the very best coleslaw recipe, this copycat Chick-fil-A Cole Slaw is made for you! Creamy and delicious, it’s the perfect potluck recipe.
You know when you go out to a BBQ joint or a mom and pops restaurant and your meal is served with that sad little cup of coleslaw?
You didn’t ask for it.
You’re not paying for it.
And there is a really good chance it’s going to end up in the trash at the end of your meal.
But the coleslaw from Chick-fil-A is different. It’s delicious.
You need to order it as a side dish. It’s optional. You choose it and pay for it!
Sadly, though, they made an announcement and it is no longer available.
Favorite Potluck Recipes: Macaroni Salad | Loaded Potato Salad
How to make the best Coleslaw Recipe
Fortunately, the kind people over at Chick-fil-A (seriously, no joke, it is their pleasure) have given the world their recipe.
So I made it, and loved it, and it tastes just like the original (well, I guess it IS the original). And thought I would share it with you in case you love coleslaw as much as I do! Here it is. in all it’s original glory.
Step 1: Whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, and salt in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy!
Step 2: Add in shredded coleslaw mix and fold over until completely coated.
PRO TIP: The Chick fil A coleslaw recipe calls for two bags of shredded cabbage and 1/4 cup shredded carrots. I bought shredded coleslaw mix instead! Huge saver.
Step 3: Cover and refrigerate 2 hours, or overnight. Serve and enjoy!
The flavor of this coleslaw is perfect. Not too sweet, not too vinegary…it’s JUST RIGHT. Try it. You’ll see.
What you’ll need for Coleslaw recipe:
If you want a quick glance at what’s needed for today’s recipe, look no further. For the printable recipe with measurements, scroll all the way down!
Coleslaw Ingredients:
- Mayonnaise
- White Vinegar
- Granulated Sugar
- Dry Mustard
- Kosher Salt
- Shredded Cole Slaw Mix
More Potluck Recipes:
- Broccoli Salad
- Pistachio Salad
- Instant Pot Sloppy Joes
- Cucumber Salad
- Potato Salad
- Chinese Coleslaw
- 7 Layer Salad
- MORE Salads
Chick-fil-A Cole Slaw
If you're looking to make the very best coleslaw recipe, this copycat Chick-fil-A Cole Slaw is made for you! Creamy and delicious, it's the perfect potluck recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tsp white vinegar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp dry mustard
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 2 bags (14 oz each) shredded cole slaw mix
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayo, vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, and salt until smooth.
- Add in shredded cole slaw mix and fold over with spatula until completely coated. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours, or overnight.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 218Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 255mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 0gSugar: 7gProtein: 0g
*Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietitian for special diet advice.
Recipe originally published January 21, 2016
The BEST Copycat Chick fil A Coleslaw recipe. Creamy and zesty just like you expect it to taste!
How far ahead can you make the dressing? Would it last 2 or 3 days refrigerated without putting it in the cabbage mixture?
Thanks,
Joni
I have never measured anything when I make coleslaw. Taste is the key as it is always mayo, sugar and vinegar (apple cider is best) The key that sets mine apart and people love is some mustard seed which gives any coleslaw some zip ! It gets a little heat with time. To me most coleslaw is too bland without the seeds. I hope you try some I think you will be pleasantly surprised.
I’M DIABETIC, CAN I USE AN ARTIFICIAL SWEETENER SUCH AS EQUAL AND HOW MUCH SHOULD I USE.
Delicious! So glad I found this recipe, it is Identical to my grandmas. I lost it when I moved four years ago.
I used Miracle Whip and it was delicious. I have no idea what Chik a Fil Coleslaw tastes like so it worked for us. Really simple too 🙂
I used spicy mustard, sunflower seeds and bacon. Yummy!
Can I use Miracle Whip instead of mayonnaise?
No that will change the flavor as they taste different from each other.
I agree, NO Maricle Whip! (But I’m no a fan of MW 🤭) this looks delish! Will need to make it for sure. Thank you for sharing.
I did and it was good!
I shredded my own small head of cabbage and 2 carrots instead of using bagged simply because I needed to use it up. Followed the “sauce” ingredients exactly! It was the most delicious slaw recipe I’ve ever tasted (I’ve never eaten at a Chick-fil-A!) Yum! It’ll be my go to recipe for slaw from now on! 👍👍
Thank you 🙂 We love it too!
I’d like to make this, but using only one bag of cabbage mix. Do I cut the dressing ingredients i half?
Yes, just cut everything into half. Make to let set in refrigerator for a couple hours. Overnight for best results. It will become creamer the longer it sets.
To cut down on the sodium (for my hubby), I left the salt out completely and we didn’t miss it at all. Also used a light mayo for the same reason. He loves this dressing!
Love this recipe. Gets better after sitting in frig couple days.
cabbage can’t be 0 fiber… something is wrong with the calculator.
Delicious, thanks for the recipe
I made this for supper last night. It was perfect. I ate 2 helpings. Thanks!
Just made this for a funeral. Super simple and slimply the tastiest! I will make this forever. Never had chick fillets, love this recipe! Tyty
For health reasons, left the salt out completely (kosher salt has a LOT of sodium). It is just as goid.