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Jersey Mike's Chicken Salad Recipe

Jersey Mike’s Chicken Salad Recipe 2026

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This homemade interpretation of Jersey Mike’s chicken salad combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing to deliver the same fresh, satisfying flavors you crave from your favorite sub shop.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Chicken Breast, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 cup Celery, diced
  • ½ cup Red Onion, diced
  • 4 large Hard-Boiled Eggs
  • 1½ teaspoons Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • ¼ teaspoon Paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in a large pot and cover with cold water by two inches.
  2. Bring water to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce to medium-low.
  3. Simmer chicken for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. Remove chicken from hot water and place on a cutting board to cool completely.
  5. Cut cooled chicken into bite-sized pieces, approximately quarter-inch cubes for ideal texture.
  6. Dice celery into small, uniform pieces about quarter-inch in size.
  7. Finely chop red onion into small pieces.
  8. Peel hard-boiled eggs and chop them finely.
  9. Combine mayonnaise and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl, stirring until smooth.
  10. Add cooled, diced chicken to the mayonnaise mixture and gently fold together.
  11. Fold in celery, red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs until evenly distributed throughout the salad.
  12. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika, mixing gently to combine.
  13. Stir in fresh dill, adjusting herbs to taste.
  14. Chill chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Chef Tips: Poach chicken gently in simmering water rather than boiling aggressively to keep it moist. Cool chicken completely before chopping to prevent mushiness. Dice all vegetables uniformly into quarter-inch pieces for a balanced bite. Use quality mayonnaise for the best creaminess. Add lemon juice last to prevent the mayo from breaking. Fold ingredients gently. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

  • Author: Madeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich Filling
  • Method: Poaching and Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 385
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 23g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg