Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken with Pepper Jack is a mouthwatering dish that brings together succulent marinated chicken and the rich creaminess of melted pepper Jack cheese. This recipe features a vibrant salsa verde marinade that infuses the chicken with zesty flavors, making it perfect for casual gatherings, weeknight dinners, or meal prep. Whether served in tacos, over rice, or as part of a refreshing salad, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 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
- Marinate the chicken: In a zip-top bag, combine chicken, salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Seal and shake to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 5 minutes on one side with the lid closed. Flip and cook for another 4 minutes until fully cooked.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, place cheese on top of each breast, close the lid for about 1 minute until melted.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 130mg