Chicken Coleslaw Recipe

This creamy, crunchy Chicken Coleslaw recipe is a Southern Living-inspired dream! Perfect for a light lunch or potluck side dish, this recipe features tender chicken and a tangy, sweet dressing that will have you coming back for more. Chill for 2 hours to allow flavors to meld before serving. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 280.1 kcal
Protein 29g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken Coleslaw

  • Green Cabbage
  • Cooked Chicken
  • Red Apple
  • Red Seedless Grapes
  • Celery
  • Walnuts
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Lettuce

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How to Make Chicken Coleslaw

  1. Cook chicken breast until fully cooked. Shred and set aside. (Approx. 30 min)
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 8 cups shredded cabbage, 1 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup shredded red bell pepper, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture.
  5. Gently toss to combine.
  6. Cover the coleslaw and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to blend.
  7. Before serving, spoon the coleslaw into a bowl lined with crisp lettuce leaves for an extra touch of freshness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

21g

Carbs

7g

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