Chicken Salad Recipe for a Crowd

5 from 1 vote

Chicken Salad Recipe for a Crowd

This big batch chicken salad is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, church luncheons, or anytime you need to feed a crowd. It’s a classic, simple chicken salad made with tender shredded chicken, celery, onion, mayonnaise, and seasoning. It also makes a great base if you want to add grapes, nuts, fresh herbs, or a squeeze of lemon.

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 430kcal

Author Stacey Little

Ingredients

5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 ribs celery (finely diced)
1/2 medium sweet onion (finely diced - about 1 cup)
2 1/2 cups mayonnaise (I recommend Duke’s)
2 to 3 teaspoons Y’all Salt (or your favorite seasoned salt)
Additional salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Place the chicken breasts in a very large pot and add just enough water or broth to cover them. Season the water with a few teaspoons of your favorite seasoning. Bring the pot up to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat so the water is barely simmering. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through - about 20 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool enough to handle. Shred or chop the chicken into bite-size pieces.
Place the shredded chicken in a large bowl. Add the diced celery, diced onion, mayonnaise, and 2 teaspoons of Y’all Salt. Stir everything together until well combined.
Taste and add additional mayo and seasoning as needed. You may want to add a little more Y’all Salt, along with salt and black pepper to taste.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Before serving, give the chicken salad a good stir and taste again to see if it needs a little more seasoning.
Serve on sandwich bread, croissants, crackers, or over a bed of lettuce. This recipe makes a large batch that’s perfect for feeding a crowd.

Nutrition

* If nutritional values are provided, they are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used. The values do not include optional ingredients or when ingredients are added to taste.

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