Merken Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of an Italian-American deli right at home with this Italian Deli Chopped Chicken Salad. This hearty and satisfying main dish combines tender chopped chicken, savory salami, and diced provolone cheese with a crisp base of romaine lettuce and fresh vegetables, all brought together by a tangy, herb-infused dressing.
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The key to this salad is the balance of textures—the crunch of the cucumber and romaine pairs beautifully with the richness of the provolone and the zesty bite of red onion and pepperoncini. It is a refreshing yet filling meal that is naturally gluten-free if you select your deli ingredients carefully.
Ingredients
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- Proteins: 2 cups cooked chicken breast (chopped), 3 oz Italian salami (chopped), 3 oz provolone cheese (diced).
- Vegetables: 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce, 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), 1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped), 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini, 1/2 cup cucumber (diced).
- Dressing: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 garlic clove (minced), 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried basil, 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
Instructions
- Schritt 1: Das Dressing vorbereiten
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Set aside.
- Schritt 2: Die Salatbasis mischen
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and sliced pepperoncini.
- Schritt 3: Proteine hinzufügen
- Add the chopped chicken breast, chopped salami, and diced provolone cheese to the bowl with the vegetables.
- Schritt 4: Den Salat anmachen
- Drizzle the prepared herb dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together thoroughly until every ingredient is evenly coated.
- Schritt 5: Abschmecken und Servieren
- Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra pepperoncini or fresh herbs if desired.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
For a lighter version of this salad, you can substitute the chicken breast with turkey breast or use a reduced-fat cheese option. To ensure the salad stays crisp, avoid adding the dressing until just before you are ready to serve.
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Varianten und Anpassungen
You can further customize this dish by adding sliced black olives or roasted red peppers for extra depth of flavor. If you prefer a more intense Italian experience, feel free to increase the amount of dried herbs in the vinaigrette.
Serviervorschläge
This Italian Deli Chopped Chicken Salad pairs exceptionally well with a glass of crisp Pinot Grigio or chilled Italian sparkling water. If you aren't strictly following a gluten-free diet, serve it with a side of crusty Italian bread.
Merken Enjoy this delicious and nutritious salad as a complete meal that brings together the best of Italian-American flavors. It is a simple yet sophisticated dish that is sure to become a favorite in your healthy recipe rotation.
