Creamy Chicken Coleslaw Salad : Quick, Crunchy, and Satisfying
Loaded with tender shredded chicken, crunchy cabbage, and a creamy dressing with just the right tang, it’s the kind of salad that fills you up and keeps things fresh. Perfect for lunch, dinner, potlucks, or meal prep, it comes together fast and tastes even better the next day. Whether you’re after something light or a dish that feeds a crowd, this recipe checks all the boxes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- chill time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
1 bag (14 oz) coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar or honey (optional, to taste)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix and shredded chicken.
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar or lemon juice, mustard, and sugar or honey (if using).
Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
Add green onions and herbs if desired, and mix again.
Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving to let the flavors blend, or serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g