Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the perfect blend of zesty salsa verde, tangy lime, and spicy pepper Jack cheese. This quick and easy recipe is a fantastic choice for weeknight dinners, BBQs, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests.
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 freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and ensure they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Add a slice of pepper Jack cheese on top of each breast during the last minute of grilling to melt.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg