Description
A flavorful Italian Grinder Chicken Salad that’s quick, easy, and perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Combines the best flavors of an Italian grinder sandwich into a vibrant, protein-packed salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup banana peppers, sliced
- 1/4 cup provolone cheese, diced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, red onion, celery, banana peppers, and provolone cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir well to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the Italian Grinder Chicken Salad on crusty rolls or in lettuce wraps.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your preference.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve in crusty rolls, lettuce wraps, or over crackers.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 cal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Italian Grinder Chicken Salad, chicken salad, Italian salad, easy lunch, quick recipe, no bake recipe, provolone cheese, banana peppers
