Best 6 Skillet Slaw Recipes

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Craving a refreshing and tangy side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite barbecue or grilled meats? Look no further than this skillet slaw made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing. You can prepare this dish in a single skillet, making cleanup a breeze.

Our collection of skillet slaw recipes offers a variety of flavors to satisfy every palate. From the classic creamy coleslaw to the spicy Asian slaw, there's a recipe here for everyone. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and cooking tips to ensure your slaw turns out perfectly.

1. **Classic Creamy Coleslaw**: This recipe is a timeless classic, featuring a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing that coats the shredded cabbage and carrots. It's the perfect accompaniment to any barbecue or picnic.

2. **Asian Slaw**: If you're looking for a slaw with a kick, this Asian-inspired recipe is sure to deliver. It features a tangy dressing made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil, along with shredded cabbage, carrots, and red bell pepper.

3. **Healthy Skillet Slaw**: For a lighter and healthier option, try this skillet slaw made with Greek yogurt and olive oil. It's packed with fresh vegetables and tossed in a tangy dressing that won't weigh you down.

4. **Skillet Slaw with Bacon**: Bacon lovers, rejoice! This recipe combines the classic flavors of creamy coleslaw with the smoky, savory goodness of bacon. It's a surefire hit at any potluck or tailgate party.

5. **Warm Skillet Slaw**: Looking for a twist on the traditional cold slaw? This warm skillet slaw is made with sautéed cabbage and carrots, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. It's a flavorful and unique side dish that will impress your guests.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WEEKNIGHT SKILLET SLAW



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When you get home from work, you hardly want a big production for dinner. That's when this recipe can be your standby. Cook your ground turkey, then add veggies, cole slaw mix, and sauce and in 10 minutes you've got a hearty meal for everyone to enjoy.

Provided by Matt Wencl

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon chipotle hot sauce (such as Cholula®)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 ½ teaspoons minced ginger
1 teaspoon agave syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 pound ground turkey
½ teaspoon salt
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package coleslaw mix
½ red bell pepper, diced
2 green onions, chopped, or more to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Mix chipotle hot sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, and agave syrup together in a small bowl to make sauce.
  • Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey; cook, stirring to break up clumps, until juices run clear, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl, reserving juices in the wok.
  • Combine coleslaw mix, red bell pepper, green onions, and garlic in the wok; cook and stir over medium heat until slaw is slightly wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add sauce; mix to combine, about 1 minute. Return turkey to the wok and stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over slaw before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 682.2 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

MOM'S HOT SKILLET BACON COLE SLAW WITH APPLES



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Mom makes this recipe and it's a different take on traditional slaw. It's a fairly simple side dish to serve for a quick meal. Cooking times and serving sizes are approximates.

Provided by HappyMommy1422

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 slices bacon
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded cabbage
1 peeled and grated apple

Steps:

  • Fry bacon, remove from the skillet and crumble.
  • In the bacon fat, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, celery seed and salt.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce the heat.
  • Stir in the cabbage and apple.
  • Simmer about 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle bacon on top and serve hot.

SPICY CAJUN BACON CABBAGE SLAW SKILLET



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Make and share this Spicy Cajun Bacon Cabbage Slaw Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by loof751

Categories     Greens

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 slices bacon
1 head purple cabbage
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Fry the bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Drain, reserving the drippings.
  • Slice the cabbage fairly thin. Saute in the reserved bacon drippings just until tender.
  • Stir in the tomatoes with chilis, sugar, and vinegar.
  • Cook over low heat for 10 minutes, just until heated through, stirring often.
  • Crumble the bacon and stir into the cabbage mixture. Serve warm.

SLAW TACO SKILLET



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Make and share this Slaw Taco Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by David04

Categories     Meat

Time 25m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 (1 1/2 ounce) package taco seasoning
2 1/2 cups diced tomatoes, canned
5 cups cabbage, fresh and shredded
5 ounces low-fat cheddar cheese
5 tablespoons fat free sour cream
10 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Brown the ground beef, onion and garlic over medium heat.
  • Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with their juice.
  • Simmer 5 minutes.
  • Add the shredded cabbage and cook 5-8 minutes, until cabbage is tender. Stir as needed.
  • Melt cheese on top.
  • Serve either topped with Sour Cream and Tortillas on the side, or wrapped in a tortilla with sour cream.

SKILLET SLAW



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A combination of farm-fresh vegetables and crispy bacon gives this recipe from chef Sam Beall's "The Blackberry Farm Cookbook" its delicious flavor. Also Try: Carrot Souffle

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces bacon, chopped
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 small head green cabbage, cored and very thinly sliced
1/2 small head of red cabbage, cored and very thinly sliced
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 teaspoon oil and white cabbage to skillet. Using tongs, toss cabbage until lightly coated with oil and bacon fat. Cover, and cook, stirring frequently, until cabbage is just tender, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
  • Add remaining teaspoon oil and red cabbage to skillet. Using tongs, toss cabbage until lightly coated with oil and bacon fat. Cover, and cook, stirring frequently, until cabbage is just tender, about 8 minutes. Transfer to bowl with white cabbage.
  • Add 2 tablespoons vinegar to skillet and stir, scraping up browned bits from bottom of skillet. Pour heated vinegar over cabbage and toss to coat. Add remaining teaspoon vinegar to slaw, along with caraway seeds, salt, and pepper; toss until well combined. Sprinkle with reserved bacon and serve warm.

SKILLET SLAW



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serves 4

Provided by Patsy V Seay

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 1

4 ounces bacon, chopped 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1/2 small head green cabbage, cored and very thinly sliced 1/2 small head of red cabbage, cored and very thinly sliced 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 teaspoon coars

Steps:

  • 1. Directions 1.In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. 2.Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside. 3.Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 teaspoon oil and white cabbage to skillet. 4.Using tongs, toss cabbage until lightly coated with oil and bacon fat. 5.Cover, and cook, stirring frequently, until cabbage is just tender, about 8 minutes. 6.Transfer to a large bowl and set aside. 7.Add remaining teaspoon oil and red cabbage to skillet. 8.Using tongs, toss cabbage until lightly coated with oil and bacon fat. 9. Cover, and cook, stirring frequently, until cabbage is just tender, about 8 minutes. 10.Transfer to bowl with white cabbage. 11.Add 2 tablespoons vinegar to skillet and stir, scraping up browned bits from bottom of skillet. 12.Pour heated vinegar over cabbage and toss to coat. 13.Add remaining teaspoon vinegar to slaw, along with caraway seeds, salt, and pepper; toss until well combined. 14.Sprinkle with reserved bacon and serve warm.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a variety of cabbages and slaws. Green cabbage, red cabbage, and Savoy cabbage are all good choices.
  • To make the slaw ahead of time, simply combine the cabbage mixture and dressing in a bowl and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, just add the bacon and nuts.
  • If you don't have a skillet, you can make this slaw in a large bowl. Just be sure to heat the dressing in a small saucepan over medium heat until it's warmed through before adding it to the cabbage mixture.
  • This slaw is also great served as a side dish with grilled or roasted meats or fish.

Conclusion:

Skillet slaw is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's made with a variety of cabbages and slaws, and tossed in a tangy dressing. The addition of bacon and nuts adds a nice crunch and flavor to the slaw. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or a main course, skillet slaw is sure to be a hit.

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