Grinder Chicken Salad

Name: Grinder Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked shredded chicken; 1/2 cup chopped pepperoni; 1/2 cup chopped salami; 1/2 cup chopped provolone cheese; 1/3 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers; 1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 3 tablespoons pepperoncini pepper liquid; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; Red pepper flakes for garnish

This creamy chicken salad packs all the savory flavors of an Italian sub into one easy, delicious bowl.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 15, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

15 minutes

Serves

If you are a fan of those popular grinder sliders, you are going to love this chicken salad version. It features shredded chicken combined with salami, pepperoni, provolone cheese, and crunchy veggies, all tossed in a zesty garlic Parmesan dressing that brings it all together perfectly.

This recipe is a lifesaver for busy lunch days because it keeps so well in the fridge. The secret is the pepperoncini juice in the dressing, which gives it that classic tangy flavor you expect from a great deli sandwich.

Ingredients

3 cups cooked shredded chicken
1/2 cup chopped pepperoni
1/2 cup chopped salami
1/2 cup chopped provolone cheese
1/3 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons pepperoncini pepper liquid
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, pepperoni, salami, provolone cheese, pepperoncini peppers, grape tomatoes, and red onion.
2
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic, and pepperoncini liquid.
3
Stir the grated parmesan cheese into the dressing mixture.
4
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
5
Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if you like a little heat and serve immediately on lettuce, crackers, or croissants.

💡 Tips

Store this salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. If the salad seems a bit dry when you pull it out for a second serving, just stir in an extra tablespoon of mayonnaise to refresh the texture.

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