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This recipe for Italian Grinder Chicken Salad is loaded with tender shredded chicken, deli meats, tomatoes, and cheeses with a homemade tangy and creamy dressing!<\/em><\/p>\n

A SANDWICH INSPIRED CHICKEN SALAD<\/h2>\n

If you love all the flavors and textures in the Italian Grinder Subs<\/a> or my Italian Grinder Pasta Salad<\/a>, you\u2019re going to love this Italian Grinder Chicken Salad. It\u2019s everything you know and love from those but as a chicken salad version. The great thing about salads is they\u2019re so customizable, right? Leave out what you don\u2019t like and\/or substitute with what you do like. This recipe is great for making as a lunch or light dinner.<\/p>\n

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:\u00a0<\/h2>\n
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What\u2019s the best way to serve this Chicken Salad?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

It\u2019s great in sandwiches but honestly good on it\u2019s own with some crackers or slices of baguette.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Where should I look in the store to find pickled onions? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

Typically, they\u2019re in the pickle aisle, usually, near the peperoncini peppers, or occasionally among the salad items at your local grocery store.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

What are marinated mozzarella balls and where do I find them?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

These balls of cheese are small circles of fresh mozzarella that have been soaked in a flavorful marinade, usually made with olive oil, herbs, garlic, and sometimes spices like red pepper flakes or lemon zest. They can be found wherever your store usually displays other specialty cheeses. If you can\u2019t find them there, just grab some whole milk mozzarella and cut it into chunks. No need to add any additional oil to replace the marinade from the mozzarella balls though.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

What if I don\u2019t have time to make chicken or have rotisserie chicken? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t want to make Instant Pot Shredded Chicken<\/a> or have a rotisserie chicken to use you can use canned chicken. If you need to use canned chicken, grab two cans and drain them really well. If you don\u2019t have canned chicken, you can use tuna or imitation crab meat instead.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

What other meats can I try? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

You can swap any of the meats with your favorite deli meats: capicola, prosciutto, mortadella, pancetta, Soppressata, etc.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

What other add ins can I add on? <\/strong> <\/p>\n

You can also try adding black and\/or green olives or artichoke hearts.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

How long is this chicken salad good for?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Leftover Italian Grinder Chicken Salad can be transferred to an airtight container and should be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)<\/h3>\n