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Colorful plated grilled chicken topped with vibrant green salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro, set on a rustic wooden table with lime wedges and sliced jalapenos, highlighting the juicy texture of the chicken and the zesty, cheesy toppings.

Flavor-Packed Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken with Pepper Jack Cheese

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Juicy grilled chicken breast topped with vibrant salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, garnished with fresh herbs and lime slices.

  • 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
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat 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 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. During the last minute, spoon salsa verde over each chicken breast.
  5. Sprinkle shredded pepper jack cheese on top and close lid until cheese melts.
  6. Remove from grill, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. For extra flavor, marinate chicken in salsa verde for 30 minutes before grilling.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg