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The taste is simply perfect. Great dinner side dish or potluck recipe for summer gatherings, or brunches and luncheons all year round. It’s so good\!   Pin this now to find it later [Pin It](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/&media=https://bellyfull.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/KFC-Coleslaw-600x1260-2-overlay-blog.jpg&description=KFC%20Coleslaw%20Recipe "Share on Pinterest") *This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we genuinely love.* ## 5 STAR REVIEW Jackie says, “I’ve actually never had KFC coleslaw so I can’t compare it to that BUT regardless, this is the absolute best coleslaw I have ever tasted. I tossed out all my other recipes – this is the only one I’ll make from now on.” My favorite thing on KFC’s menu is the coleslaw (or at least how they used to make it), but we don’t live close to any of their chain restaurants, so I set out to recreate it! This KFC Coleslaw Recipe is spot on, or at least as close as you can get without actually going and ordering it from KFC directly. ## Tips for Making Authentic KFC Coleslaw - **Chop the vegetables very fine.** The cabbage, carrots, and onions are all chopped very fine, almost like the size of rice. You can chop them with a sharp knife, or if you have a food processor with a shredding attachment, use that and then finely chop with a sharp knife. - **There are only 3 vegetables.** You can buy a bag of pre-shredded coleslaw and finely chop that, if you prefer. But keep in mind that true KFC Coleslaw only contains green cabbage, carrots, and onions, so don’t use the packaged cabbage that has red cabbage or any herbs. - **Don’t omit the sugar**. Every single ingredient in this recipe is important and what makes the coleslaw taste authentic, including the sugar. It balances out the acidity in the vinegar and lemon juice. If you’ve ever had their coleslaw, you know that it’s a little sweet. That’s from the sugar. - **Chill overnight.** At a minimum, the coleslaw should chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours, but for optimal flavor let it chill overnight. And if you have time (and can remember!) stir it occasionally. This will give you the absolute best results.   5 from 113 ## KFC Coleslaw Recipe Prep: 20 minutes mins Cook: 12 hours hrs Total: 12 hours hrs 20 minutes mins Servings: 10 (about 1 cup per serving)   [Rate](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comments) [Pin](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbellyfull.net%2Fkfc-coleslaw-recipe%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fbellyfull.net%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2021%2F04%2FKFC-Coleslaw-600x1260-2-overlay-blog.jpg&description=This+copycat+KFC+Coleslaw+Recipe+is+as+close+as+you+can+get+without+actually+ordering+it+from+the+restaurant+directly.+The+taste+is+simply+perfect.+Great+dinner+side+dish+or+potluck+recipe+for+summer+gatherings%2C+or+brunches+and+luncheons+all+year+round.+It%E2%80%99s+so+good%21&is_video=false) [Print](https://bellyfull.net/wprm_print/kfc-coleslaw-recipe) This **KFC Coleslaw Recipe** is as close as you can get without actually ordering it from the restaurant directly. The taste is simply perfect\! ### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x #### For the Coleslaw - ▢ 8 cups finely chopped cabbage - ▢ 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot - ▢ 2 & 1/2 tablespoons very finely minced yellow onion #### For the Dressing - ▢ 1/2 cup mayonnaise - ▢ 1/3 cup granulated sugar - ▢ 1/4 cup whole milk - ▢ 1/4 cup buttermilk - ▢ 2 & 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice - ▢ 1 & 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar - ▢ 1/2 teaspoon salt - ▢ 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper ### Instructions - Chop the vegetables very fine: the cabbage, carrots, and onions are all chopped very fine, almost like the size of rice. You can chop them with a sharp knife, or if you have a food processor with a shredding attachment, use that and then finely chop with a sharp knife. (See note about using a pre-shredded coleslaw mix.) - In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Whisk until smooth. - Add in cabbage, carrots, and onion; mix well until everything is thoroughly coated. - Cover and refrigerate overnight. (If you have time – and can remember! – stir it occasionally. This will give you the absolute best results.) Stir again before serving and enjoy\! ### Video ### Notes You can buy a bag of pre-shredded coleslaw and finely chop that, if you prefer. But keep in mind that true KFC Coleslaw only contains green cabbage, carrots, and onions, so don’t use the packaged cabbage that has red cabbage or any herbs. ### Nutrition Calories: 127kcal \| Carbohydrates: 11g \| Protein: 1g \| Fat: 9g \| Saturated Fat: 2g \| Trans Fat: 1g \| Cholesterol: 6mg \| Sodium: 209mg \| Potassium: 133mg \| Fiber: 2g \| Sugar: 10g \| Vitamin A: 617IU \| Vitamin C: 22mg \| Calcium: 39mg \| Iron: 1mg Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.   Did you make this? Leave a rating below\!   ## Make Ahead and Storing Leftovers - **Make Ahead:** You can make the dressing and vegetable mix up to 5 days ahead, and keep them stored separately. Then combine for a fresh batch. - **How long does KFC Coleslaw last in the fridge?** Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 3 days. Always stir before serving. The longer it sits, the more soupy it gets. If that bothers you, simply strain off the excess liquid. ## What to Serve with Coleslaw There are so many ways to serve this KFC coleslaw. It’s fantastic with pretty much anything that comes off the grill, making it perfect for summer BBQs. You can even use it as a sandwich topping. 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Amy here, founder and COO at BellyFull. If you’re looking for tried and true, fuss-free, budget-friendly, delicious, every day recipes, you’ve come to the right place. [More of Amy's Recipes](https://bellyfull.net/author/amy/) ## You May Also Like [](https://bellyfull.net/pineapple-casserole/) ### [Pineapple Casserole](https://bellyfull.net/pineapple-casserole/) [](https://bellyfull.net/cloverleaf-rolls/) ### [Cloverleaf Rolls](https://bellyfull.net/cloverleaf-rolls/) [](https://bellyfull.net/cabbage-casserole/) ### [Cabbage Casserole](https://bellyfull.net/cabbage-casserole/) [](https://bellyfull.net/sweet-noodle-kugel/) ### [Noodle Kugel](https://bellyfull.net/sweet-noodle-kugel/) ## Tried this recipe? Tell me how it turned out, or ask a question below! [Cancel reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#respond) ## 121 Comments 1. **Teresa Owen Woody** says: April 10, 2026 at 3:52 am  Taste exactly like KFC. My daughter, at first, didn’t believe me, I’m but then asked for the recipe. Received so many compliments. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-135521) 2. **Jennalee Lowe** says: March 20, 2026 at 9:41 am  Absolutely love this KFC coleslaw copycat. I followed the recipe exactly as written. We will be having it tonight with Reuben sandwiches. Thank you for such a great recipe. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-134749) 3. **Janis Mundy** says: March 12, 2026 at 1:00 pm  Good Afternoon Amy, Yesterday I made your faux KFC Coleslaw – it was delicious but I used way too many dishes attempting to get the cabbage just the right size. Would you please share with me your preferred method for shredding/cutting the cabbage? I have a Cuisinart Pro 11 food processor and ended up using the medium shredder blade. I would appreciate your thoughts on this. Love your recipes. Thanks. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-134532) 1. **Amy@BellyFull** says: March 14, 2026 at 6:40 am Hi Janis – I use my food processor with a shredding attachment, and then finely chop the mixture with a sharp knife. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-134575) 4. **Jane** says: February 8, 2026 at 2:55 pm  It was really close to KFC… we enjoyed it. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-133516) 5. **Jim Valenti Sr** says: December 18, 2025 at 6:19 am Can you use miracle whip instead of mayonnaise [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-131511) 1. **Amy@BellyFull** says: December 18, 2025 at 6:24 am No. Miracle whip is salad dressing and will not work for this recipe. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-131512) 6. **Steve D Dwyer** says: December 17, 2025 at 12:22 pm  I had recipe before and made it but lost it. It’s great everyone loved it. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-131490) 7. **ELIZABETH BROWN** says: December 14, 2025 at 12:57 pm  I’m eating this new, well-balanced mouth-explosion … for the first time now! Awesome improvement…or mmmistake?? DON’T THROW OUT THE RECIPE, KFC . . . and don’t change a thing! Wait, is this not a change…? Say, Yes-Yes. . .It’s-Aaah-certainly — iz\! It’s an awesome appetizer; if you can stop eating it and remember that aahwesuum chikin too😊 [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-131372) 8. **Pattie Gossar** says: November 5, 2025 at 10:26 am  I made your recipe in triple batch amounts for a church fish fry. Everyone loved it! Thank you\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-129872) 9. **Vicki Singer** says: September 20, 2025 at 10:19 pm  Yummmmm [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-128132) 10. **Tina Felizzi** says: September 19, 2025 at 3:36 pm  Hi!!! This is amazing! I literally just got done making it for a big party tomorrow. One question…it seems watery..meaning when it’s in the bowl you can see the dressing at the bottom. It’s too yummy to drain all of it, so I didn’t know if you had any ideas. Thanks so much!! It’s honestly the best I ever had. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-128065) 1. **Amy@BellyFull** says: September 19, 2025 at 6:59 pm Hi Tina! It definitely helps to stir it frequently as it chills (as mentioned) – not sure if you did that? But it’s not unusual for there to be some excess liquid. You could just add more cabbage to it. Glad you loved it\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-128072) 11. **John** says: September 4, 2025 at 2:31 pm  it was so good everyone liked it you have to try it for yourself your group will like it as well [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-127385) 12. **Donna** says: August 24, 2025 at 11:23 pm  I love this recipe! I bought the smallest cabbage I could find and it made a BIG batch! I didn’t mind tho, I love it. Due to dietary restrictions, I use allulose instead of white sugar but i think it tastes as good as i remember KFC slaw to be. I chopped everything using a food processor which all in all it took 20 minutes to make. It’s a crowd pleaser for me\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-126949) 13. **Victoria** says: August 23, 2025 at 5:58 pm  Perfect! Taste just like KFC! Thank you, Amy. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-126891) 14. **Kellie Eppa** says: August 16, 2025 at 7:49 am  This was absolutely perfect [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-126550) 15. **Ali Ahmad** says: August 10, 2025 at 10:46 pm  Thank you so much for the “Superb KFC Coleslaw Recipe” share. I loved this recipe. I have tried several coleslaw recipes but this is one of the best at all. No recipe compares to this coleslaw recipe. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-126360) 16. **Louise Catanzano** says: August 5, 2025 at 5:51 pm  Excellent coleslaw recipe Everyone that tried it loves it [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-126122) 17. **Jamie** says: August 5, 2025 at 11:33 am  The recipe is very easy to follow. I make coleslaw frequently (using various recipes) but my husband says this is the best one I’ve ever made. As soon as the batch was gone he asked me to make another one\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-126113) 18. **Beth** says: July 30, 2025 at 3:20 pm  Wow I did not want to share this!! It was so good I also didn’t have the patience to let it sit but wow! Thank you for this amazing recipe [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-125878) 19. **Donna Arline** says: July 23, 2025 at 12:55 pm  I have tried several coleslaw recipes over 60 years. I’m 79. No recipe compares to this coleslaw recipe. I made some for Pioneer day tomorrow in Utah. I don’t think I will be taking much home. This is a 20 star recipe. Thank you for sharing. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-125464) 20. **ohhnurse** says: July 15, 2025 at 3:40 pm  It’s as delicious as the KFC original! I followed the exact directions and served mine two hours after I made it. It tasted great then but it sat overnight and it’s even better! Follow the directions exactly then comment. I think it’s not right to give a less than 5 ?? review if you modified it. Thanks for my new go-to recipe! Delish\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-124806) 21. **Sandra Goodson** says: July 8, 2025 at 3:42 am  Made this for a church cookout and received alot of compliments It was delicious. Thanks for sharing [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-124273) 22. **Bill** says: July 7, 2025 at 3:25 pm  I grow cabbage in my garden, my first picking I made KFC coleslaw, it is just like the original recipe at the chain it turned out wonderfully, do you have any other recipes for cabbage,as usual I plant too much, thanks,God bless,kind regards Bill [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-124233) 1. **Victoria** says: August 23, 2025 at 2:03 am  INCREDIBLE!! SCRUMPTIOUS!! THANK YOU [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-126770) 23. **Kim** says: July 4, 2025 at 10:11 am  Made exactly as written and OMG you knocked it out of the park! Thank you so much. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-123987) 24. **Yolanda White** says: June 27, 2025 at 5:28 pm  Absolutely delicious\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-123543) 25. **Marie Christopher** says: May 20, 2025 at 8:02 am  Perfect coleslaw… [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-122089) 26. **Annie** says: May 16, 2025 at 9:29 pm  Was SO good!! Tastes like how KFC used to make their coleslaw. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-121968) 27. **DYLAN L** says: March 16, 2025 at 10:12 am  It is so good, my favorite coleslaw and identical to KFC in taste. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-120170) 28. **Melchor de Vera** says: February 14, 2025 at 7:34 pm  Thank you for sharing! Sooo gooood\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-119325) 29. **Sally** says: January 12, 2025 at 2:13 pm  Delicious! I make this often. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-118289) 1. **Melissa** says: March 3, 2025 at 9:36 am  We love KFC cole slaw… this is even better!! I do add a bit more vinegar (we like it TANGY) ,and celery seed… then leave it in fridge at least 24 hours. It usually lasts us around 4 to 5 days… and it’s delicious!!!\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-119818) 30. **Heather** says: October 27, 2024 at 1:29 pm  I brought this to a family dinner, to serve with bbq pork sandwiches, it was all but gone! Thank you!! So delicious\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-116188) 31. **Vickie MCELHANY** says: October 6, 2024 at 12:06 pm  So good, just like KFC. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-115728) 32. **Stacey** says: September 4, 2024 at 9:00 am  Loved this recipe!! It’s a keeper :) [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-114974) 33. **Alan Hudgins** says: July 21, 2024 at 1:14 pm  Identical tasting yet better than KFC because it’s super fresh. The secret is to let cabbage marinate for at least 6 hours, I prefer 24 hours. I use the full dressing recipe and only 4 cups of cabbage instead of the 8 cups from the recipe. Would somebody please bottle this dressing and sell it in the grocery store. ? [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-114093) 34. **Valorie** says: July 5, 2024 at 5:36 am  Wow!! Honestly I wasn’t expecting much……it’s coleslaw.. This is the best coleslaw I ever had. Very close to KFC! I didn’t want to put it our on July 4th……I wanted to keep it all for myself\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-113811) 35. **Dave** says: July 4, 2024 at 8:31 pm  Fantastic and our guests raved about the coleslaw. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-113803) 36. **Angie** says: June 16, 2024 at 2:45 am  This tastes identical to KFC coleslaw. You do however, as the recipe states, need to leave it in the fridge for a few hours before consuming for the taste to be just right. If you taste it immediately after making it, you’ll notice the flavour difference versus having let it sit in the fridge for a few hours. It is worth the wait though\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-113436) 37. **Zalyna Huss** says: June 5, 2024 at 8:00 pm  This coleslaw is the only one I’ll eat\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-113237) 38. **Deborah** says: May 6, 2024 at 12:02 pm  This is a dead ringer for KFC Coleslaw!!!!!!! I made it this morning, I’m trying my BEST to let it marry in the fridge, but every time I take it out to give it a stir I have to take another bite. THIS IS THE ULTIMATE COLESLAW!!!!!!!! You are awesome!?? [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-112548) 39. **Cyrhen** says: May 2, 2024 at 7:49 pm  I made the KFC coleslaw! Flavor is spot on. I do think next time I may omit the buttermilk, simply for a creamer result. Family scarfed it up!\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-112427) 40. **Dennis** says: April 11, 2024 at 3:44 pm  Perfection [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-111897) 41. **Dianna** says: March 26, 2024 at 1:36 pm  OMG the best [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-111453) 42. **Shelly** says: March 14, 2024 at 5:56 am  This was a hit! We loved it. The flavors and textures are spot on. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-110876) 43. **Kyle** says: January 13, 2024 at 10:09 am  I liked this recipe so much. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-109036) 44. **Jackie** says: November 5, 2023 at 10:20 pm  I’ve actually never had KFC coleslaw so I can’t compare it to that BUT regardless, this is the absolute best coleslaw I have ever tasted. I threw out all my other recipes – this is the only one I’ll make from now on. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-107200) 1. **Holly** says: May 27, 2024 at 5:33 pm  I’ve been making this for years. I love KFC Coleslaw but it’s so pricey now for what you get. The only thing I change is the sugar amt I use a little less than 1/3C. Otherwise it’s perfect!! Also use Monk fruit for the sugar since I’m diabetic. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-112968) 45. **Jackie** says: November 3, 2023 at 2:46 pm  Best coleslaw recipe ever\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-107148) 46. **Cindy** says: September 29, 2023 at 1:01 pm  No more trips to KFC for cole slaw! Delicious [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-106321) 1. **Kay** says: March 17, 2024 at 12:59 pm  I have used this recipe several times. My family loves it! I regard this as my tried and true recipe from here on out. Thank you so much for sharing this. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-111043) 47. **Elaine** says: September 2, 2023 at 6:57 pm  I do like their coleslaw very much and this is a perfect copycat. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-105718) 48. **Katherine** says: August 17, 2023 at 9:06 am  I love KFC coleslaw and this recipe is spot on! I just made it for the 3rd time this summer, it is my go to recipe for coleslaw from now on. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-105317) 49. **Barbara Hibbeler** says: May 5, 2023 at 6:06 pm  Easy to make [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-103816) 1. **Sierra** says: May 9, 2023 at 3:19 pm  Coming from that worked at kfc when I was a teenager, this recipe will get you same yummy flavors that many of us love kfc’s coleslaw for. Also just to update on kfc sides, if you go under sides on kfc menu you can order coleslaw in sm or Lg size for those that might need a quick side dish. Otherwise I suggest making this delicious recipe at home & make extra as its great for many meals like spicy cajun shrimp tacos the next night. The little bit of spice & sweet of this coleslaw is yum. Love to trying your copycat recipes. Please keep sharing with us [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-103850) 50. **Chelsey** says: January 2, 2023 at 5:33 pm  Omg, this was a.ma.zing. We love KFC coleslaw and this was spot on. You need to recreate their biscuits\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-101629) 51. **Susan Whitfield** says: December 13, 2022 at 6:23 pm  I’m so happy to find this awesome recipe! Thanks!? [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-101160) 52. **Carol R** says: November 30, 2022 at 4:57 pm  This recipe is spot on!!! Delicious!\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-100832) 53. **Amy** says: November 10, 2022 at 3:56 pm  Excellent copycat recipe! Made a batch of this to go with pulled pork sliders. Gets better over the next few days\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-100411) 54. **Ed Hughes** says: September 30, 2022 at 8:58 am  Very Good, I made it a second time. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-99410) 55. **Julia** says: September 28, 2022 at 2:21 pm  This is wickedly good! I just mixed it up and couldn’t stop eating it! If it’s this good now- tomorrow will be amazing\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-99377) 56. **Camp cook** says: September 21, 2022 at 5:33 am  You said it “spot on” great job [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-99193) 57. **Jim Lawson** says: September 16, 2022 at 2:33 pm  This is the best coleslaw I’ve ever eaten. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-99076) 58. **Annette kraft** says: September 14, 2022 at 11:53 pm Question about tarragon. My aunt worked for KFC at one time and mentioned they used tarragon in the recipe. If I did how much would I use? [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-99045) 59. **Melissa** says: September 7, 2022 at 2:33 pm  I’ve made this four times and it is absolutely perfect. It really is a KFC copycat. Bravo\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-98887) 60. **Barbara J. Stephan** says: July 12, 2022 at 9:16 am  My aunt gave me a similar copy cat recipe years ago. Hers calls for equal amounts vinegar and lemon juice and green onion, not yellow. Definitely as good if not better than KFC. Especially since they are getting stingy on their dressing now. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-97326) 1. **Theda** says: April 22, 2024 at 10:50 pm Yes!! I noticed how stingy they’ve been on the dressing too. That’s the BEST part\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-112152) 61. **Anne** says: July 4, 2022 at 4:18 am  Love this recipe! Followed instructions to the letter, and it tastes and looks exactly like KFC’s! It was a breeze to make, pulsing in my Cuisinart just a few times around (no need for the shredding attachment). I chopped the cabbage in 2” chunks and did it in batches, adding the carrot and onion to one of them. A medium head of cabbage makes 8 cups. Now I can have my favorite coleslaw whenever I want. Thanks, Amy, for taking the time to create this recipe. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-97116) 62. **Michelle Collins** says: July 1, 2022 at 8:00 pm  Absolutely love this !! I have been making it for years!! I always get volunteers asking me to make it for get together! If it’s not sweet enough I add more sugar, milk and buttermilk as I like mine juicy! Just depends on how much I make [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-97063) 63. **Terri** says: June 13, 2022 at 7:28 pm  This is my husband’s favorite and was so excited to make it – it tastes SPOT ON! Thank you so much for sharing!\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-96649) 64. **Ritz** says: June 2, 2022 at 9:51 am  Simply the best – thank you for sharing\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-96440) 65. **B2** says: May 25, 2022 at 11:47 am  As a former KFC cook who was responsible for preparation of coleslaw, I have to say this recipe is spot on. Taste exactly like it came from the restaurant. Thank You for posting this recipe. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-96321) 1. **Mary** says: September 9, 2022 at 7:29 pm I saw another comment on a copycat recipe from a former KFC cook that did they use tarragon vinegar at the restaurant to make the slaw, is that the case or just use what’s listed here in this recipe? [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-98934) 66. **Donna** says: May 10, 2022 at 2:15 pm  it tastes just like KFC without the cost [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-95956) 67. **Deanna M** says: May 7, 2022 at 10:29 am  A family favorite and one friends ask for after trying\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-95867) 68. **Lynn Miller** says: May 3, 2022 at 4:32 pm  KFC is my 85 year old Dads favorite! Made this for him snd he loved it!! Great recipe! I mean it is spot on! Thank you for sharing\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-95777) 69. **Robert** says: March 21, 2022 at 2:06 pm  This is as close as you can get. We loved it. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-94558) 70. **Denzil Joshua** says: March 2, 2022 at 2:13 am  My whole family really enjoyed this Coleslaw. I tasted like the real thing and I didn’t have to tweek anything this time. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-94103) 71. **Chris** says: February 13, 2022 at 11:35 am  Perfect every time\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-93684) 72. **Roberto Soriano** says: February 7, 2022 at 9:53 am  EXCELLENT. We made this for a large party. OMG!!! The best cole slaw. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-93536) 73. **Flygirl** says: February 3, 2022 at 6:55 pm  I’m a southern cook from way back, we love our coleslaw and this recipe is the bomb. I cut back just a smidge on the sugar but don’t decrease it much – you need that sweetness. Thank you so much for the recipe\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-93455) 74. **Becky** says: January 18, 2022 at 12:28 pm  Easy to make and very tasty! Bringing it to a birthday party tonight with cornbread muffins to go with bbq ribs! Yum\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-93033) 75. **Dee** says: January 10, 2022 at 10:21 am  Great recipe taste the same the only thing I would do different is soak cabbage in salt and rinse [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-92833) 76. **Mari Q** says: January 8, 2022 at 8:43 pm  Thank you thank you thank you. Ive been on chemo…on and off since 2014….last 5 years stage 4 so on it all the time so low immunity…not allowed coleslaw from restaurant or grocery Finally found THIS RECIPE..MADE IT JUST NOW 930 ON A SAT NIGHT( big night lol) Its AMAZING!!! I am so happy :) This is exactly what I was looking for !!!!! Thank you for putting a much loved food back on my menu …and letting me feel normal…ps gonna share this like mad and make buckets of it :) [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-92795) 77. **Nam** says: December 21, 2021 at 6:45 am  This was awesome! I did as suggested and let it chill overnight. I think it would have been great even without doing that but it was definitely worth the wait. We enjoyed it over pulled pork. Would make this again and again. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-92255) 78. **J.L.B** says: December 7, 2021 at 2:23 pm  Made it twice, taste great\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-91918) 79. **Ken** says: November 20, 2021 at 3:10 pm  Best coleslaw I’ve ever had. Thanks for posting this. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-91515) 80. **Andy** says: November 16, 2021 at 11:30 am  Spot on copycat. Loved it. Thanks for sharing. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-91409) 81. **Becky** says: November 7, 2021 at 10:16 am  This really is the best coleslaw. We didn’t want to stop eating it! Thank you for this awesome recipe. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-91226) 82. **Christopher** says: November 5, 2021 at 5:36 pm  Will be making this again and again and again ! I am a guy just used a knife , wish I had some fried catfish to go with it\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-91196) 83. **Pamela Carter** says: October 31, 2021 at 4:39 am  I do love this recipe it is one of my favorite go-to recipes thank you for sharing. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-91080) 84. **Stacy Akins** says: October 28, 2021 at 1:50 pm  Girl I tried your KFC copycat coleslaw and you nailed it, it was so good, I most definitely will be making it this way from now on, thanks bunches [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-91024) 85. **Amy L** says: October 7, 2021 at 8:04 am  This was perfect. I like mine a little less sweet so I would reduce the sugar just a little—but it does taste just like KFC!!! Thank you\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-90649) 86. **Linas** says: September 28, 2021 at 12:59 pm  Great recipe!!! However, I can’t find buttermilk at the stores. Just used regular milk. Any thoughts on a substitute? Added a tad extra apple cider vinegar. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-90407) 1. **Danielle** says: October 16, 2021 at 12:33 pm  BEST coleslaw ever! Thank you for this recipe. I made a double batch. We can’t get enough of it. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-90804) 2. **J.L.B** says: December 7, 2021 at 2:27 pm Let the whole milk sit with the vinegar and lemon juice it will become buttermilk. that’s what I did cuz I didn’t have buttermilk either. I will get buttermilk for the next time I make it but in a pinch it works for me and it was great. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-91919) 3. **Laurie** says: May 16, 2022 at 6:52 am Add lemon juice too your milk and let it sit 5 min. Thats buttermilk\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-96116) 87. **Colleen** says: September 24, 2021 at 6:11 pm  I have made this recipe a few times now and it’s always good. I usually skip the buttermilk as I never seem to have it in the fridge at the time, and I haven’t been able to find the powdered one in Australia. I just add a little more milk instead, or a bit of cream if I have it on hand. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-90327) 88. **Sophia Jenkins** says: September 8, 2021 at 12:00 am  Always love KFC coleslaw. I finally made this for a family gathering. Everyone including my boyfriend loved and enjoyed it. The best. I served it with barbecue, baked beans and fresh fruit. Thank you for sharing. I love and enjoy to cook, grill and bake. I rate this recipe with 5 stars. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-90036) 89. **Denise** says: July 29, 2021 at 9:32 am  Excellent recipe, love the texture too. I love kfc coleslaw, but since going low carb three years ago haven’t had it from the restaurant though it is my favorite, so I made this recipe but substituted the sugar with allulose, amazing and highly recommended\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-89285) 90. **Pat** says: July 15, 2021 at 6:12 pm  I love KFC Coleslaw it’s the best!\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-89047) 91. **Stacey Warren** says: July 4, 2021 at 6:05 pm  My husband fell in love with this cole slaw! I followed the recipe exactly as written and its the best\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-88795) 92. **Patty** says: July 1, 2021 at 7:27 am  This is a wonderful rendition of KFC’s coleslaw! I followed the recipe as written. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-88707) 93. **Dwight** says: May 15, 2021 at 2:45 pm  It was very good to my taste. I love it but that is a lot of coleslaw and we are the only two here most of time. Kids will be here tomorrow so the extra won’t go to waste. TY [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87834) 94. **Donna T** says: May 7, 2021 at 8:15 pm  I’ve made this KFC coleslaw copycat recipe, at least 5 times! I love this recipe, whole family says it’s better than KFC restaurant! Love it, love it, love it\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87699) 95. **Verónica Eslava** says: April 24, 2021 at 1:51 pm  Sorry for my last message. I don’t know why the quantities didn’t display. I reloaded the recipe and I could see them. I love it. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87454) 96. **Lauren** says: April 24, 2021 at 1:50 pm  Best coleslaw ever – loved it\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87453) 97. **Val M.** says: April 24, 2021 at 7:46 am  This coleslaw is the best!! It not only looks like KFC’s coleslaw; it TASTES like it! I’m so, so happy! Thanks for creating this, Amy. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87439) 98. **Marcia** says: April 22, 2021 at 2:05 pm  This is my favorite coleslaw recipe\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87391) 99. **Deb Strauss** says: April 18, 2021 at 4:01 pm  This was SO good! My new favorite coleslaw! I hope others like it, because this is going to be my new contribution to all the summer cook outs. LOL. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87302) 100. **Diane W** says: April 18, 2021 at 2:32 pm  Really easy and tasty\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87300) 101. **Carla** says: April 18, 2021 at 1:04 pm  I worked at KFC years ago when the recipe was just Miracle Whip, oil, sugar, vinegar, and salt. I think this recipe is similar to how they make it now? It’s a million times better. If you’re lazy, you don’t have to chop up the veggies so fine, but I do prefer the tiny pieces – it’s a textural thing. Great recipe, thanks\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87299) 102. **Victoria** says: April 18, 2021 at 11:33 am I worked at KFC in the 1970s. Back then, we made the coleslaw using Miracle Whip and Sugar. We shredded the veggies with a machine in the store, so it wasn’t chopped as fine as what they serve now. P. S. Amy isn’t kidding when she says to stir and chill overnight. The worst thing you can do is ignore that step [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87297) 103. **Joan O'Hare** says: April 18, 2021 at 11:31 am  This recipe is the best! Absolutely delicious!!!\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87296) 104. **David** says: April 18, 2021 at 11:15 am  I’ve been using this recipe for years . People just love it. However since I don’t have buttermilk I just use 1/2 cup whole milk as the vinegar and lemon juice makes it like butter milk. Seems to work and taste just as good. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87295) 105. **Diedre Hall** says: April 18, 2021 at 8:43 am  I’ve never been to a KFC (is that crazy?) but I love coleslaw so much and wanted to try this recipe. It’s probably the best recipe I’ve ever had. I loved how the veggies are cut so small, which makes it so easy to eat with every spoonful filled with everything. And the dressing is absolutely delicious! Thank you for this – it will be my new go to. [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87292) 106. **Brenda** says: April 17, 2021 at 7:16 pm  The second I saw this recipe pop up in my email I knew I had to make it – it’s my favorite thing on their menu. It’s actually my favorite coleslaw ever. This recipe did not disappoint. It is perfectly on point with the dressing and ratio of ingredients. If I was blindfolded and ate this, I wouldn’t know it wasn’t KFC. Thank you so much for this!\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87284) 107. **Susan** says: April 17, 2021 at 9:36 am  Admittedly, I’ve never had KFC coleslaw so I can’t compare it to that, but I made this recipe anyway and we LOVED it. It’s now the only coleslaw I’ll ever make\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87229) 108. **Kari** says: April 16, 2021 at 11:28 am  I was skeptical, but this recipe really is spot on. If you love KFC coleslaw and want to make it at home, this is it\! [Reply](https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/#comment-87218)   Hi, I’m Amy\! I started Belly Full in 2009 after being a new mom and wanting to share quick and easy recipes for busy families. Since then it’s become a trusted resource for simple, mostly from-scratch, delicious recipes. Here, you’ll find tried-and-true tested dinners, breakfast ideas, appetizers, desserts, and everything in between even the novice cook can make. My goal is to show you that cooking does not need to be a chore, and you can feed your family tasty food quickly and easily\! 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This **KFC Coleslaw Recipe** is as close as you can get without actually ordering it from the restaurant directly. The taste is simply perfect. Great dinner side dish or potluck recipe for summer gatherings, or brunches and luncheons all year round. It’s so good\!  Pin this now to find it later [Pin It](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://bellyfull.net/kfc-coleslaw-recipe/&media=https://bellyfull.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/KFC-Coleslaw-600x1260-2-overlay-blog.jpg&description=KFC%20Coleslaw%20Recipe "Share on Pinterest") *This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we genuinely love.* ## 5 STAR REVIEW Jackie says, “I’ve actually never had KFC coleslaw so I can’t compare it to that BUT regardless, this is the absolute best coleslaw I have ever tasted. I tossed out all my other recipes – this is the only one I’ll make from now on.” My favorite thing on KFC’s menu is the coleslaw (or at least how they used to make it), but we don’t live close to any of their chain restaurants, so I set out to recreate it! This KFC Coleslaw Recipe is spot on, or at least as close as you can get without actually going and ordering it from KFC directly. ## Tips for Making Authentic KFC Coleslaw - **Chop the vegetables very fine.** The cabbage, carrots, and onions are all chopped very fine, almost like the size of rice. You can chop them with a sharp knife, or if you have a food processor with a shredding attachment, use that and then finely chop with a sharp knife. - **There are only 3 vegetables.** You can buy a bag of pre-shredded coleslaw and finely chop that, if you prefer. But keep in mind that true KFC Coleslaw only contains green cabbage, carrots, and onions, so don’t use the packaged cabbage that has red cabbage or any herbs. - **Don’t omit the sugar**. Every single ingredient in this recipe is important and what makes the coleslaw taste authentic, including the sugar. It balances out the acidity in the vinegar and lemon juice. If you’ve ever had their coleslaw, you know that it’s a little sweet. That’s from the sugar. - **Chill overnight.** At a minimum, the coleslaw should chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours, but for optimal flavor let it chill overnight. And if you have time (and can remember!) stir it occasionally. This will give you the absolute best results. #### For the Coleslaw - ▢ 8 cups finely chopped cabbage - ▢ 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot - ▢ 2 & 1/2 tablespoons very finely minced yellow onion #### For the Dressing - ▢ 1/2 cup mayonnaise - ▢ 1/3 cup granulated sugar - ▢ 1/4 cup whole milk - ▢ 1/4 cup buttermilk - ▢ 2 & 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice - ▢ 1 & 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar - ▢ 1/2 teaspoon salt - ▢ 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper - Chop the vegetables very fine: the cabbage, carrots, and onions are all chopped very fine, almost like the size of rice. You can chop them with a sharp knife, or if you have a food processor with a shredding attachment, use that and then finely chop with a sharp knife. (See note about using a pre-shredded coleslaw mix.) - In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Whisk until smooth. - Add in cabbage, carrots, and onion; mix well until everything is thoroughly coated. - Cover and refrigerate overnight. (If you have time – and can remember! – stir it occasionally. This will give you the absolute best results.) Stir again before serving and enjoy\! You can buy a bag of pre-shredded coleslaw and finely chop that, if you prefer. But keep in mind that true KFC Coleslaw only contains green cabbage, carrots, and onions, so don’t use the packaged cabbage that has red cabbage or any herbs. Calories: 127kcal \| Carbohydrates: 11g \| Protein: 1g \| Fat: 9g \| Saturated Fat: 2g \| Trans Fat: 1g \| Cholesterol: 6mg \| Sodium: 209mg \| Potassium: 133mg \| Fiber: 2g \| Sugar: 10g \| Vitamin A: 617IU \| Vitamin C: 22mg \| Calcium: 39mg \| Iron: 1mg Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.   ## Make Ahead and Storing Leftovers - **Make Ahead:** You can make the dressing and vegetable mix up to 5 days ahead, and keep them stored separately. Then combine for a fresh batch. - **How long does KFC Coleslaw last in the fridge?** Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 3 days. Always stir before serving. The longer it sits, the more soupy it gets. If that bothers you, simply strain off the excess liquid. ## More Side Salads To Try: - [Broccoli Salad](https://bellyfull.net/broccoli-salad/) - [Creamy Cucumber Salad](https://bellyfull.net/creamy-cucumber-salad/) - [Esquites](https://bellyfull.net/mexican-street-corn-salad-esquites/) (Mexican Street Corn Salad) - [Deli Fruit Salad](https://bellyfull.net/creamy-delicatessen-fruit-salad/) *I hope you love this delicious and easy recipe – be sure to give it a review below! 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