Description

Experience a burst of flavor with Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken! This dish features tender, marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection and topped with creamy, melting pepper jack cheese. Infused with zesty salsa verde and fresh herbs, it’s a delightful meal perfect for summer barbecues or casual weeknight dinners. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1 cup salsa verde
8 oz pepper jack cheese, sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure even grilling.
In a bowl, combine chicken breasts with salsa verde and lime juice; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Grill marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Place cheese slices on top of the chicken during the last 2 minutes of grilling; cover the grill to melt the cheese.
Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Feel free to substitute pepper jack cheese with Monterey Jack or gouda. Enhance your dish by adding diced jalapeños or roasted corn.