Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a flavor-packed delight that transforms simple chicken breasts into a zesty fiesta. Marinated in vibrant salsa verde and topped with creamy pepper jack cheese, this dish is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners. The smoky grilled flavors combined with fresh herbs create an unforgettable meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup salsa verde (fresh or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts, salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat grill to medium-high.
- Place marinated chicken on the grill and cook each side for about 6-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- In the last few minutes of grilling, sprinkle shredded pepper jack cheese over each breast and close the lid until melted.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra salsa if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 125mg