Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken, a dish that elevates your mealtime with its zesty marinade and gooey cheese. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe features tender chicken breasts marinated in tangy salsa verde and topped with melted pepper jack cheese. Each bite is a delightful combination of crunch from the grill and savory goodness that will keep your guests coming back for more. Easy to prepare, this dish promises to impress without the hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup salsa verde
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, salsa verde, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Lightly oil the grill grates with a paper towel dipped in olive oil.
- Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- In the last minute of cooking, top each breast with shredded pepper jack cheese and close the grill lid to melt.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 682mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 108mg