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Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken captures summer flavors with zesty salsa verde and creamy pepper jack cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner Plates
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts perfectly tender
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil helps keep the chicken moist
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cumin adds warmth
  • Salt and pepper to taste essential for enhancing flavors
For the Topping
  • 1 cup salsa verde the zesty glaze
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese melts beautifully

Equipment

  • Grill

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F.
  2. Mix the olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well blended.
  3. Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly with the seasoning mixture.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, checking for a nice char.
  5. Top each chicken breast with salsa verde and shredded pepper jack cheese.
  6. Close the grill lid and let the chicken 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: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh cilantro or avocado slices for extra freshness.

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