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Colorful grilled chicken breasts topped with vibrant green salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, arranged on a rustic wooden platter with fresh herbs and lime wedges, showcasing a smoky, juicy texture and appetizing presentation.

Juicy Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

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This grilled salsa verde pepper jack chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish perfect for summer nights. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated, topped with spicy salsa verde, and finished with gooey pepper jack cheese, then grilled to perfection.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. In the last few minutes of grilling, top each piece with salsa verde and shredded pepper jack cheese.
  5. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add chopped cilantro or sliced jalapenos for extra flavor.
  • Serve with rice or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg