Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken, a quick and delightful dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender chicken breasts marinated in zesty salsa verde, lime juice, and cumin, all topped with creamy melted pepper Jack cheese. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or prepping meals for the week, this dish is sure to impress with its explosion of flavors and ease of preparation.
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
- Lime wedges (optional for serving)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours is best).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- In the final minute of grilling, place a slice of pepper Jack cheese on each breast to melt.
- Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 319
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1020mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinate longer for deeper flavor. Serve over rice or in tacos for versatile meal options. Customize toppings based on your preference.