A Famous Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe

Craving that Arby's chicken salad taste? This recipe delivers a fresh, homemade version that's even better! Made with juicy chicken, crisp apples, sweet grapes, crunchy celery, and pecans, all tossed in creamy mayo and served on your favorite bread. This isn't your grandma's chicken salad – it's a flavor explosion in every bite! Get ready to elevate your lunch game with this easy, 10-minute recipe.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 372.8 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for A Famous Chicken Salad Sandwich

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How to Make A Famous Chicken Salad Sandwich

  1. Cook or use 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with 1/4 cup mayonnaise. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated and no longer appears dry.
  3. Add 1/2 cup diced apple (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended), 1/2 cup halved red grapes, 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, and 1/4 cup chopped pecans. Gently fold to combine.
  4. Chop 1 hard-boiled egg and add it to the chicken salad mixture. Stir gently to incorporate.
  5. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Add a dash of paprika or other spices for extra flavor.
  6. Spread the chicken salad onto your favorite bread (whole grain wheat recommended). Add lettuce and tomato slices.
  7. Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken salad sandwich!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

80g

Fat

16g

Carbs

9g