Description
If you’re craving a quick and flavorful meal, Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is the perfect choice! This dish features tender marinated chicken breasts, infused with zesty salsa verde and topped with gooey pepper Jack cheese. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it promises to impress your family and friends alike. In just a short time, you can serve up a dish that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing with fresh garnishes. Whether paired with rice, tortillas, or a light salad, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
- Lime wedges (optional for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess marinade. Grill each breast for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In the last minute of grilling, place a slice of pepper Jack cheese on each breast to melt.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (175g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg