Chicken Cole Slaw
Elevate your next meal with this refreshing and protein-packed Chicken Cole Slaw, a vibrant twist on the classic recipe. Combining tender shredded chicken with a colorful blend of green and purple cabbage, crunchy carrots, and crisp scallions, this dish offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors. The tangy dressing, made with creamy mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, a touch of honey, and Dijon mustard, perfectly complements the fresh ingredients. Garnish with sunflower seeds and parsley for an extra layer of crunch and freshness! With just 20 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this easy-to-make coleslaw is perfect for lunch, picnics, or as a side dish at your next barbecue. It's a wholesome, crowd-pleasing recipe that's both satisfying and versatile!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded cooked chicken
- 3 cups Shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 3 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds (optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, shredded green cabbage, shredded purple cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced scallions. Toss lightly to mix.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined. This will be your cole slaw dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Using a pair of tongs or a large spoon, gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste the cole slaw and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the chicken cole slaw to a serving dish. If desired, sprinkle sunflower seeds and chopped parsley on top for added texture and freshness.
Serve immediately for a crisp, crunchy texture, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Stir again before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2809 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.5 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.6 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 641 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 2339 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 157.5 g | 315% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2263 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
