Flavor-Packed Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken with Pepper Jack Cheese
This Flavor-Packed Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken with Pepper Jack Cheese is a delicious and easy recipe, perfect for any barbecue.
Equipment
- grill
Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings and Garnish
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish optional
- Lime wedges, for serving optional
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a bowl, mix together the salsa verde, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- During the last few minutes of grilling, sprinkle the shredded pepper jack cheese over the chicken and close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes. This helps retain the juices.
- Slice the chicken and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
This dish is perfect for summer barbecues and can be served with rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 34gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
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