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A vibrant plate featuring perfectly grilled chicken breasts topped with chunky salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, served on a rustic wooden table with a colorful background highlighting the zesty and cheesy textures

Flavorful Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts topped with zesty salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, garnished with fresh herbs, perfect for an easy 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 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. During the last 2 minutes of grilling, top each chicken with salsa verde and shredded pepper jack cheese, close lid, and cook until cheese melts.
  5. Remove from grill, garnish with cilantro and lime wedges, and serve hot.

Notes

Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. Use fresh salsa for the best flavor. Feel free to customize with your favorite hot sauce or additional toppings.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 340 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Cholesterol: 105 mg