Description
Italian Grinder Chicken Salad is a flavorful and easy-to-make chicken salad that combines shredded rotisserie chicken with Italian cured meats, cheeses, and zesty veggies tossed in a tangy red wine vinegar mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for quick lunches, it can be served chilled on toasted croissants or with crackers and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Meats and Cheese
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1/4 lb diced salami or soppressata
- 1/4 lb diced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup diced provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Vegetables
- 2/3 cup diced grape tomatoes
- 1/3 cup mild banana peppers
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and red wine vinegar. Mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add shredded rotisserie chicken, diced salami or soppressata, diced pepperoni, provolone cheese, feta cheese, grape tomatoes, banana peppers, and thinly sliced red onion. Mix thoroughly to combine all components.
- Mix Salad and Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the meat and vegetable mixture, tossing until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill and Store: Transfer the salad to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to four days. Serve chilled as a sandwich filling on toasted croissants or with crackers and fresh vegetables.
Notes
- This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to four days, making it perfect for meal prep.
- For a spicy kick, substitute mild banana peppers with hot pepperoncini or add a dash of crushed red pepper flakes.
- Serve on toasted croissants or your favorite sandwich bread for a delicious meal.
- To lighten the recipe, use light mayonnaise or substitute with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
