Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with this Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken, a scrumptious and vibrant dish that combines the zesty flavors of salsa verde with the creamy kick of pepper Jack cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also delightful in taste. With just a handful of ingredients, you can have a meal ready in under 30 minutes that the whole family will love. Whether served alongside fluffy rice or fresh salads, this dish is sure to become a household favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces salsa verde
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- In the last minute of grilling, place a slice of pepper Jack cheese on each breast and close the lid to melt.
- Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg