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Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

This Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a flavor-packed dish perfect for summer BBQs or quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Plates
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese

Equipment

  • Grill

Method
 

How to Make Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F to 400°F.
  2. Mix the marinade by combining olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-covered.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, until golden-brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Top each chicken breast with salsa verde and shredded pepper jack cheese.
  6. Close the grill lid and allow the chicken to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of freshness.

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