Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumber, diced
– 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
– ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup black olives, sliced
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– ½ cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
Creating Italian Grinder Chicken Salad is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Chicken: If you haven’t already, cook the chicken by boiling, grilling, or baking until fully cooked. Once done, let it cool and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion. Slice the black olives.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, black olives, and parsley.
4. Dress the Salad: Pour the Italian dressing over the salad mixture. Use just enough to coat the ingredients without drowning them.
5. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine all ingredients well.
6. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Serve: Before serving, give the salad a good stir. If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible salad effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 30g