Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a flavor-packed delight that combines juicy marinated chicken, creamy pepper jack cheese, and zesty salsa verde. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, filling your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas. With its vibrant colors and explosive flavors, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while creating unforgettable culinary memories. Get ready for a grilling adventure that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well; let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (375°F / 190°C).
- 3. Grill the Chicken: Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 4. Add Salsa Verde & Cheese: Spoon salsa verde over each piece of chicken and top with shredded cheese. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese for about 2-3 minutes.
- 5. Serve: Remove from the grill and serve hot with extra salsa on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg