Can I make this chicken salad with cooked chicken breast instead of rotisserie chicken?

Yes, you can use 2 cups of cooked and shredded chicken breast, though rotisserie chicken adds more flavor and moisture.

Is there a lower-fat alternative to mayonnaise for the dressing?

Greek yogurt works well as a substitute, though it will slightly change the flavor profile and make the dressing more tangy.

Can I freeze this Italian Grinder Chicken Salad?

I don't recommend freezing this salad as the mayonnaise-based dressing and fresh vegetables don't thaw well and may become watery or grainy.

Irresistible Italian Grinder Chicken Salad: Protein-Packed Recipe

Name: Italian Grinder Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded; 1/4 lb salami or soppressata, diced; 1/4 lb pepperoni, diced; 1/4 cup provolone, thick-sliced, diced; 1/4 cup crumbled feta; 2/3 cup diced grape tomatoes; 1/3 cup banana peppers, mild; 1/2 red onion, sliced thin or diced; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup grated parmesan; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 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)

Italian Grinder Chicken Salad

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This Italian Grinder Chicken Salad combines all the elements you love about a Grinder sandwich and turns it into a deliciously tangy chicken salad perfect for an easy lunch with crackers or veggies for dipping, or served on toasted croissant for an amazing sandwich.

Author: James Carter Jr
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Chicken
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
1/4 lb salami or soppressata, diced
1/4 lb pepperoni, diced
1/4 cup provolone, thick-sliced, diced
1/4 cup crumbled feta
2/3 cup diced grape tomatoes
1/3 cup banana peppers, mild
1/2 red onion, sliced thin or diced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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)

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Instructions

Start by making the dressing. Combine all dressing ingredients in a bowl or liquid measuring cup. Taste and adjust if needed.
In a large bowl combine all toppings: rotisserie chicken, diced deli meats, red onion, tomatoes, banana peppers, and cheeses.
Pour most of the dressing over the bowl of toppings, toss well to coat, adding remaining dressing if needed.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Serve with veggies, crackers or tortilla chips or on a sandwich.

Notes

Dressing may need a few splashes more of red wine vinegar for tanginess
Can use either provolone or feta or both
Stores well in fridge for up to 4 days

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 980 mg
Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 26 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg

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