Chickfila Coleslaw (with Video)
Chickfila may have discontinued their epic coleslaw, but with our Copycat Chickfila Coleslaw recipe you can still enjoy this creamy, crunchy and flavorful side salad for years to come.
Chickfila Coleslaw Recipe
For years, I’ve made Gwenyth Paltrow’s Coleslaw recipe almost every week for an easy lunch side salad. But two years ago I first made this Chickfila Coleslaw recipe for the first time and it quickly replaced her recipe as my absolute favorite coleslaw.
This homemade coleslaw recipe is everything a good coleslaw recipe should be: tangy, slightly sweet, crunchy and creamy. It’s only 6 ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes to whip up.
But my favorite thing about this recipe? It tastes even better the day after you make it. I make it almost every Sunday and eat it all week long. The cabbage mixture stays crisp and crunchy and the dressing never stops tasting amazing.
My copycat Chickfila coleslaw recipe varies a bit from Chickfila’s official recipe:
- we swapped out the white distilled vinegar for apple cider vinegar, giving this coleslaw a more rounded tang and a bit more depth of flavor
- I personally reduce the white sugar by half – from 1/4 cup to 2 Tablespoons. For me, that’s plenty but you can add the full 1/4 cup if you’d like
- we use English-style mustard in place of dry mustard powder, giving a bit of sharpness to this recipe (but again, you can use the 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder instead)
How long does Chickfila coleslaw last in the fridge? This recipe is the perfect prep-ahead recipe as it stays crunchy and flavorful for up to 7 days if kept covered in the fridge.
If you want a healthier coleslaw, swap out half of the mayonnaise for Greek Yogurt and replace the white sugar with honey. You can also add additional veggies, like chopped broccoli.
More Chickfila Copycat Recipes
- Copycat Chickfila Nuggets Recipe
- Chickfila Chicken Sandwiches
- Chickfila Dipping Sauce
- Chickfila Polynesian Sauce from The Soccer Mom Blog
- Chickfila Frosted Strawberry Lemonade from Sprinkles to Sparkles
Check out our quick recipe video to see how to make this copycat Chickfila Coleslaw for yourself – and then don’t forget to scroll down to grab your free printable recipe:
Copycat Chickfila Coleslaw Ingredients
Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.
Tip: swap out the English mustard for mustard powder and the apple cider vinegar for white vinegar for a more authentic version of Chickfila’s coleslaw recipe.
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula <– I like these spatulas because they are one solid piece and don’t have removable heads for bacteria to get trapped underneath. Plus they are heat-resistant and have a lifetime warranty.
How to Make Chickfila Coleslaw at Home
In a large bowl, stir or whisk together the mayonnaise and sugar until sugar appears to be mostly dissolved.
Stir in the vinegar, mustard and salt, to taste.
Add the coleslaw mix and toss to coat completely in the coleslaw dressing.
Refrigerate overnight for best flavor, but it can be served immediately as well.
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Chickfila Coleslaw
This homemade Chickfila coleslaw recipe is everything a good coleslaw recipe should be: tangy, slightly sweet, crunchy and creamy. It's only 6 ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes to whip up.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons White Sugar*
- 4 teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon English-style Mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 6 cups Shredded Coleslaw Mix
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir or whisk together the mayonnaise and sugar until sugar appears to be mostly dissolved.
- Stir in the vinegar, mustard and salt, to taste.
- Add the coleslaw mix and toss to coat completely in the coleslaw dressing.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
*Use 1/4 cup of white sugar for a more authentic Chickfila coleslaw.
The original recipe also uses white vinegar in place of the Apple Cider Vinegar we use, and mustard powder in place the English-style mustard.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 315Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 449mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 2gSugar: 15gProtein: 1g
Sugar, Spice and Glitter uses an auto-generate nutrition calculator. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate unless analyzed in a scientific lab, so these should be considered more of a guideline than medical information.
I hope your family loves this easy coleslaw recipe as much as mine does!
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