Description
Italian Grinder Chicken Salad is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that transforms the classic Italian grinder sandwich into a delightful chicken salad. Packed with shredded rotisserie chicken, savory deli meats, and fresh vegetables, this salad is dressed in a creamy, tangy dressing that perfectly balances the richness of its ingredients. Ideal for casual lunches, picnics, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings, this versatile recipe can be enjoyed on its own, stuffed in sandwiches, or served with crackers and veggies for dipping. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a delicious dish that will satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1/4 lb salami or soppressata, diced
- 1/4 lb pepperoni, diced
- 1/4 cup provolone cheese, diced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2/3 cup diced grape tomatoes
- 1/3 cup banana peppers (mild)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced or diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1–2 tablespoons banana pepper juice from the jar (to taste)
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- freshly cracked pepper
- salt to taste (about 1/4 tsp)
Instructions
- In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, parmesan cheese, banana pepper juice, oregano, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, salami, pepperoni, provolone cheese, feta cheese, grape tomatoes, banana peppers, and red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Lunch/Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg