Homemade Copycat Arby’s Chicken & Pecan Salad Recipe
Description
Make this Homemade Copycat Arby’s Chicken & Pecan Salad using air-fried chicken, crunchy pecans, crisp apples, and creamy dressing—perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or lettuce cups.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt, for seasoning the chicken (To Taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, for seasoning the chicken (To Taste)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt, for dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, for dressing
- 1/2 cup red apple, diced
- 1/2 cup pecans, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup grapes, diced
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Set the air fryer temperature to 375 degrees F (190°C) and set cook time for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix the air-fried chicken, diced apples, diced grapes, chopped pecans, and optional celery.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve chilled on its own, in a sandwich, or over fresh greens.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 294kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 1347mgPotassium: 118mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 71IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg