Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the zest of Tex-Mex cuisine to your dinner table. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and topped with melted pepper Jack cheese, creating a mouthwatering combination that everyone will love. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also versatile—perfect for a busy weeknight or a family gathering. Serve it alongside rice, in tacos, or with fresh vegetables for a complete meal that delights all ages. Whether you’re entertaining guests or cooking for your family, this dish is sure to impress.
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 (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill marinated chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- In the last minute of grilling, place pepper Jack cheese on top and close the lid to melt.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving with cilantro and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg