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Colorful grilled chicken topped with vibrant green salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, served on a rustic wooden plate with fresh herbs and lime wedges, showcasing juicy, charred textures and appetizing presentation.

Flavorful Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

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Juicy grilled chicken topped with fresh salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. Top with salsa verde and shredded pepper jack cheese during the last 2 minutes of grilling.
  5. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute with turkey or chicken thighs for variation.
  • Use homemade salsa verde for added freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 43 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg