Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is the ultimate summer dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with zesty salsa verde and creamy pepper jack cheese. This flavorful recipe is perfect for backyard barbecues, family dinners, or romantic date nights. With each bite, experience a delightful burst of smoky, spicy, and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. Impress your guests or enjoy it as a weeknight treat—it’s guaranteed to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh salsa verde
- 8 oz pepper jack cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C) and clean the grates.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and drizzle with olive oil. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Spread a layer of fresh salsa verde over each chicken breast.
- Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes until grill marks appear; flip.
- Top each piece of chicken with sliced pepper jack cheese, close the lid, and grill for an additional 3-4 minutes until melted.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 110mg