Description
A flavorful and protein-packed Italian Grinder Chicken Salad inspired by the viral grinder sandwich. Loaded with rotisserie chicken, salami, pepperoni, cheeses, and a zesty grinder-style dressing, this creamy and tangy salad is perfect for lunch, meal prep, or entertaining.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
1/4 lb salami or soppressata, diced
1/4 lb pepperoni, diced
1/4 cup provolone cheese, diced
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2/3 cup grape tomatoes, diced
1/3 cup banana peppers, mild
1/2 red onion, sliced thin or diced
For the Grinder Dressing:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp banana pepper juice
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, apple cider vinegar, and banana pepper juice until smooth. Add oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and mix until combined.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded rotisserie chicken, diced salami, and pepperoni. Mix gently to distribute the meats evenly.
- Add diced provolone, crumbled feta, diced grape tomatoes, banana peppers, and sliced red onion to the bowl.
- Pour about three-quarters of the dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated. Add more dressing if needed.
- Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled with crackers, in lettuce wraps, or on toasted croissants.
Notes
Add chopped olives or roasted red peppers for extra flavor.
Use hot banana peppers or pepperoncini for a spicy kick.
Replace some mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Mix in chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce before serving for crunch.
Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 200 g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 960 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
