How much mayonnaise should you use to make 10 lbs chicken salad?

For 10 lbs of chicken salad, a general guideline is to use about 1 to 1.5 cups of mayonnaise per pound of chicken. This means you would need approximately 10 to 15 cups of mayonnaise for the entire batch. Adjust the amount based on your desired creaminess and other ingredients, such as vegetables or seasonings, that may also contribute moisture.