Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that brings together the zesty notes of salsa verde and the creamy richness of pepper Jack cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknight dinners or lively weekend barbecues. With its tender, juicy chicken and vibrant toppings, it’s guaranteed to impress your family and friends alike. Serve it in tacos, on a bed of rice, or as a hearty salad topping—this dish is versatile and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces salsa verde (Trader Joe’s recommended)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices pepper Jack cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for about 4–5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- In the last minute of grilling, place a slice of pepper Jack cheese on each chicken breast and close the grill lid to melt.
- Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg