Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that will elevate your grilling game. Juicy chicken breasts marinated in zesty salsa verde and topped with creamy pepper jack cheese are grilled to perfection, making this dish ideal for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. Each bite offers a delightful combination of smokiness, tanginess, and spice, ensuring your family and friends will be asking for more. Pair it with fresh sides for a complete meal experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
- In a large bowl, mix the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- In the last few minutes of grilling, top each breast with a slice of pepper jack cheese and close the grill lid to melt.
- Remove from the grill and drizzle with remaining salsa verde. Let rest for five minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg