Chopped Italian Sandwich

Name: Chopped Italian Sandwich with Deli Meats
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 lb sliced ham; 1/4 lb sliced salami; 1/4 lb sliced pepperoni; 1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crispy; 1/4 lb sliced provolone cheese; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp Italian seasoning; 1 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce; 1 medium tomato, sliced; 1/2 red onion, sliced; 1/2 cup sliced banana peppers; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 8 hot dog buns or sub rolls; Crumbled bacon, for topping

This Chopped Italian Sandwich combines sliced ham, salami, pepperoni, crispy bacon, and provolone cheese tossed in a creamy Italian mayo dressing, making it an ideal no-cook meal for feeding a crowd.

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Total

25 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$29–$48

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1/2 lb sliced ham
1/4 lb sliced salami
1/4 lb sliced pepperoni
1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crispy
1/4 lb sliced provolone cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakesoptional
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
1 medium tomato, sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced
1/2 cup sliced banana peppers
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 hot dog buns or sub rolls
Crumbled bacon, for toppingoptional

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Instructions

1
On a large cutting board, layer the sliced ham, salami, pepperoni, cooked bacon, and provolone cheese.
2
Roughly chop all the meats and cheese together until they are in small, bite-sized pieces.
3
Drizzle mayonnaise over the chopped mixture.
4
Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
5
Top with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
6
Add the sliced banana peppers and grated Parmesan cheese.
7
Using a large knife, chop and mix everything together on the board until well combined.
8
Spoon the chopped sandwich mixture generously into split hot dog buns or sub rolls.
9
Garnish with additional crumbled bacon if desired and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cook bacon until completely crispy, then crumble finely so it distributes evenly throughout the chopped mixture.
Chop all ingredients to roughly the same size so they blend together uniformly when tossed with the dressing.
Mix the mayo with Italian seasoning, black pepper, and red pepper flakes at least 30 minutes ahead to let the flavors bloom.
Lightly toast rolls before filling to add structure and prevent them from becoming soggy when holding the moist meat mixture.

Substitutions

Salami → Capicola or mortadella (maintains Italian cured-meat profile)
Provolone → Fresh mozzarella or sharp cheddar (adjusts richness and tang)
Mayonnaise → Greek yogurt mixed with mayo (reduces calories, adds tang)
Iceberg lettuce → Arugula or shredded romaine (adds peppery bite or texture)

Storage & make-ahead

Store assembled sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or serve cold.

Common Questions

Can I make this sandwich ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble and refrigerate up to 4 hours before serving. The flavors meld as it sits. Add dressing just before serving to keep rolls from getting soggy.