Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is the ultimate summertime dish, blending the smoky essence of the grill with the bright, zesty flavors of salsa verde and the creamy, spicy goodness of pepper jack cheese. With its easy-to-prepare marinade and straightforward grilling technique, this recipe is a surefire way to impress your family and friends at your next backyard gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together salsa verde, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
4. Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and place on the grill.
5. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6. During the last few minutes of grilling, top each chicken breast with two slices of pepper jack cheese and close the lid to melt the cheese.
Notes
Serve topped with extra salsa verde, diced avocado, and fresh chopped cilantro. Pair with Mexican rice, black beans, or grilled tortillas for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg