Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken
A vibrant and flavorful chicken dish marinated in zesty salsa verde and topped with creamy pepper Jack cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual meals.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts)
- 12 ounces salsa verde (Trader Joe’s recommended)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt (or more, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 slices pepper Jack cheese (or as desired)
- Fresh cilantro, finely minced (optional, for garnishing)
- Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Add cheese during the last minute to melt.
- Let the chicken rest before serving.
Notes
Great for customization; adjust spice levels and cheese as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg