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A bowl of Copycat KFC Coleslaw with creamy dressing and fresh cabbage.
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Copycat KFC Coleslaw Recipe

This Copycat KFC Coleslaw Recipe captures the beloved flavor of KFC right in your kitchen. It's creamy, tangy, and perfect for summer BBQs!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 90kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 4 cups finely chopped cabbage
  • 1/2 medium carrot, very finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 4 teaspoons white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 4 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix together chopped cabbage, carrot, and minced onion.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, milk, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

For a homemade buttermilk substitute, add 1 tablespoon vinegar to regular milk and let it sit for 5 minutes. For best flavor, chill for several hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcal | Fat: 5g