Classic Chicken Mayo

Elevate your lunch game with this irresistible Classic Chicken Mayo recipe—a creamy, flavorful twist on a timeless favorite. Tender poached chicken breasts are shredded and folded into a luscious dressing made with rich mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, and zesty Dijon mustard. Crispy celery and sweet red onion add delightful crunch, while a splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley brighten every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or as a protein-packed salad topping. Discover the perfect balance of texture and flavor in this easy-to-make classic chicken salad that’s guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 120 grams mayonnaise
• 60 grams Greek yogurt
• 2 pieces celery stalks
• 0.5 pieces red onion
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Start by boiling water in a medium-sized pot over high heat.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts into the pot and reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.

Step 3

Cook the chicken for about 15-20 minutes, or until it is fully cooked through and no longer pink inside.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, finely chop the celery and red onion. Set aside.

Step 5

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the water and let it cool for a few minutes.

Step 6

Shred the chicken using two forks or chop it into small chunks according to your preference.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Mix until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.

Step 9

Add the chopped celery, red onion, and shredded chicken into the bowl with the dressing.

Step 10

Stir everything together until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated with the mayo dressing.

Step 11

Finely chop the fresh parsley and fold it into the chicken mayo mixture.

Step 12

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 13

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Perfect for sandwiches, salad toppings, or stuffing into wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(714.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1528.8

Total Fat 101.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 406.6mg	0%
Sodium 1916.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 113.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.9mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 482.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.2%

Protein: 29.8%

Carbs: 10.0%