Homemade Arby's Market Fresh Pecan Chicken Salad Sandwich
This copycat Arby's Pecan Chicken Salad recipe perfectly balances tender chicken, sweet fruits, and crunchy pecans in a creamy dressing. Versatile enough for sandwiches, wraps, or salads.
Servings 4
Calories 363kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced red apple
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (juice of one small lemon)
- 2 1/2 cups grilled chicken breast
- 1 cup halved grapes
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- salt and pepper to taste
- lettuce leaves optional
- thick-sliced wheat bread optional
Instructions
- Place the diced apples in a medium-sized bowl. Add one tablespoon of lemon juice and stir to coat the apples to prevent them from turning brown.
- Add the chicken, grapes, celery, and pecans to the bowl and mix well.
- Add 1/2 cup mayonnaise and stir to combine. If the mixture is too dry you can add another 1/4 cup of mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow the flavors to marry in a covered bowl in the refrigerator for about 1 hour before serving.
- If you would like to serve the chicken salad as a sandwich, place about 1 cup of chicken salad and a few lettuce leaves between two thick slices of wheat bread.
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Recipe Tips
Troubleshooting
- If too dry: Add mayonnaise 1 tablespoon at a time
- If too wet: Add more diced chicken or nuts
- If too sweet, Add celery or onion for balance
- If not flavorful enough: Add salt and pepper gradually
Pro Tips
- While Arby’s does not toast its pecans, you could easily elevate this salad by toasting the pecans in a skillet on medium-high heat until fragrant. Allow the pecans to cool completely before adding them to the salad.
- Dice chicken and vegetables uniformly for the best texture
- Toast nuts for enhanced flavor
- Chill salad before serving to develop flavors
- Keep ingredients cold while preparing
- Use fresh, crisp apples for the best texture
- Pat chicken dry before dicing to prevent excess moisture
Nutrition
Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 669mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 6.2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1.2mg
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