Italian Grinder Chicken Salad (Print Version)

Savory grilled chicken meets classic Italian sub flavors. Tossed with provolone, salami, and crisp veggies in a zesty homemade dressing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Salad Base

06 - 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
08 - 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
09 - 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini
10 - 1/2 cup roasted red peppers sliced

→ Italian Grinder Mix

11 - 4 slices provolone cheese chopped
12 - 4 slices deli ham sliced into strips
13 - 4 slices Genoa salami sliced into strips
14 - 4 slices pepperoni sliced into strips

→ Dressing

15 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
16 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
17 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
18 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
19 - 1 garlic clove minced
20 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill or sear the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice thinly.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
05 - In a large bowl, layer the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, and roasted red peppers.
06 - Add chopped provolone, ham, salami, and pepperoni on top.
07 - Place sliced grilled chicken over the salad ingredients.
08 - Drizzle with the Italian dressing. Toss gently to combine, or serve with dressing on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all the savory, vinegary satisfaction of a deli grinder without the heavy bread crash.
  • It is a protein powerhouse that keeps you full for hours while still feeling light.
02 -
  • Slicing the deli meats into strips instead of leaving them whole makes every bite much easier to eat.
  • The salad wilts quickly, so only dress the portion you are going to eat immediately.
03 -
  • A microplane is perfect for getting that fresh garlic into the dressing without any harsh chunks.
  • Add a teaspoon of the juice from the pepperoncini jar to the dressing for an extra kick.

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