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Copycat Chick-fil-A Coleslaw

Published: Aug 28, 2020 · Modified: Apr 28, 2021 by Brooke Fajcz · This post may contain affiliate links, which can earn us a commission.

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Are you craving Chick-fil-A's coleslaw and are upset they removed it from their menu?  Cheer up!  We've got their original recipe, and in under 20 minutes, you'll have their famous slaw chilling in your fridge as you prepare the rest of your meal.

Love copycat recipes? You'll love our recipes for Chick-fil-A mac and cheese and Chick-fil-A fruit cup. Also, don't miss our 20+ reader favorite Chick-fil-A copycat recipes!

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Ingredients

glass bowls of ingredients for Chick-fil-A coleslaw

Chick-fil-A had coleslaw as a side item on their menu since 1967, a whopping 49 years, and used only seven pantry staple ingredients to make their famous slaw.  Here's how they describe this salad, "cabbage and carrot blend finely chopped mixed with a creamy dressing."  Here's what they used:

  • Vegetables: green cabbage and carrots
  • Spices: kosher salt and dry mustard
  • Sweetener: white granulated sugar
  • Fat: good quality mayonnaise

See recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Variations

  • Like your slaw with more bite?  Add some de-flamed yellow onion.
  • Like it more crunchy?  Don't chop the cabbage and carrots as small.
  • Like it less sweet?  Add less white granulated sugar.
  • Don't want to use white vinegar?  Use apple cider vinegar for a different taste.
  • Want more color?  Add red cabbage and flat leaf parsley.

How to Make

Gather all the ingredients.  Measure out the vinegar, sugar, spices, and mayo, then finely chop the matchstick carrots.

whisking the coleslaw dressing together
  1. In a bowl, pour in the vinegar, sugar, and spices, and whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
  2. Next, add the mayo.  You'll probably need a small spatula to scrape the mayo out of the measuring cup or bowl. Whisk the dressing until it's smooth, then set aside.
chopping the cabbage and adding the carrots

3. On a large cutting board, chop the cabbage into very fine pieces with a chef's knife.  Do this in three batches.  Add the cabbage to a large bowl.

4. Chop the julienned carrots until they are in very small pieces.

mixing the carrots and cabbage and adding the dressing

5. Stir the cabbage and carrots together until combined.

6. Pour in the dressing, and use a spatula to scrape it all out of the bowl.

stirring the coleslaw together and serving in a white bowl

7. Mix until all the cabbage is coated with the dressing.

8. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for a minimum of two hours or overnight, then enjoy with your favorite chicken sandwich or pulled pork sandwich.

Recipe FAQs

When did Chick-fil-A remove the coleslaw from their menu?

The coleslaw was removed on January 18, 2016 and was replaced with the superfood salad. CFA announced their plans to the public a month earlier in December 2015. If you are a die hard fan and are in the Atlanta area, The Dwarf House restaurants will continue to serve this as part of their expanded menu.

Why did Chick-fil-A discontinue coleslaw?

Chick-fil-A announced in December 2105 that they would be removing coleslaw from the menu "to add variety". Customers wrote them asking to bring it back, and as a result, they released the original recipe on their website in December 2015.

What does Chick-fil-A coleslaw taste like?

It has a mild, sugary taste and the mayo makes it creamy. The cabbage and carrots are on the softer side since they are finely chopped, and with the two hour chill time, the dressing softens them.

Serve

If you're looking for desserts to serve with Chick-fil-A coleslaw, try our buttermilk pie, no bake cherry cheesecake, cranberry apple galette, sour cherry pie, and sour cream pound cake.

Savory sides that would taste great with this coleslaw include Southern baked beans, Southern potato salad, easy broccoli salad, Chick-fil-A coleslaw, and Italian pasta salad.

Expert Tips

  • To save some time, start with finely shredded green cabbage, then chop it to ⅛ of an inch.
  • Buy matchstick carrots, then finely chop them.
  • Use a good quality mayo like Duke's, which has a bit of a lemon flavor.
  • Give this coleslaw time to chill.

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Recipe

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Copycat Chick-fil-A Coleslaw

This Chick-fil-A copycat coleslaw uses the authentic recipe to make this easy Southern classic.  The dressing uses mayo, vinegar, sugar, and spices to make a creamy and sweet coleslaw that is a real crowd pleaser.  Bring this side to your next cookout and watch it disappear!
4.5 from 4 votes
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Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 376kcal
Author: Brooke & Emma

Ingredients
 

For the Dressing

  • 4 teaspoons white vinegar
  • ¼ cup white granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup good quality mayo, like Duke's

For the Slaw

  • 2 10 oz bags shredded cabbage, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup julienned carrots, finely chopped

Instructions

Making the Dressing

  • To make the dressing, whisk the first four ingredients together until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the mayo and continue whisking, then set aside.

Making the Slaw

  • Chop the cabbage into very small pieces in three batches, then place it in a large bowl.
  • Mix in the finely chopped carrots.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables, then stir the mixture with a spatula until all the veggies are well coated.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours so it can chill and the flavors can meld.

Notes

  • Chop the finely shredded green cabbage to ⅛ of an inch.
  • Start with matchstick carrots.
  • If you can't find Duke's mayo, add a bit of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the dressing.
  • Allow 2 hours for chill time.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cupCalories: 376kcal (19%)Carbohydrates: 17g (6%)Protein: 2g (4%)Fat: 34g (52%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 20gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 19mg (6%)Sodium: 427mg (19%)Potassium: 223mg (6%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 15g (17%)Vitamin A: 1209IU (24%)Vitamin C: 42mg (51%)Calcium: 52mg (5%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

Serving sizes and nutritional information are only an estimate and may vary from your results.

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  1. Steve

    December 17, 2022 at 8:47 pm

    5 stars
    Before I tried this recipe, I didnt care for coleslaw. I now love it and am very particular about what I eat when Im out. I have made this several times for my extended family. They love it so much they've requested it for Christmas!!

    Reply
    • Emma

      December 18, 2022 at 8:11 pm

      That makes us so happy to hear, Steve! We're thrilled that this recipe has been such a hit with you and your family!

      Reply
  2. Alex

    August 28, 2020 at 9:38 am

    5 stars
    The coleslaw is sweet, crunchy, and the carrots are lovely. I love the dressing because it's sweet.

    Reply
    • Emma

      August 28, 2020 at 9:41 am

      Glad you liked the slaw, Alex!

      Reply
  3. Beth

    August 28, 2020 at 9:36 am

    5 stars
    This is a creamy slaw that has just a bit of mouthwatering crunch. It has wonderful texture and looks so yummy.

    Reply
    • Emma

      August 28, 2020 at 9:41 am

      Thanks for your comment, Beth!

      Reply

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