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Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken: Easy and Flavor-Packed Delight

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This grilled salsa verde pepper jack chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy dish that will impress your guests.

  • Total Time: 30 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 garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Brush the chicken breasts with the oil mixture.
  4. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
  5. During the last few minutes of grilling, top each chicken breast with salsa verde and shredded pepper jack cheese.
  6. Close the grill lid and cook until the cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from the grill, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, add jalapeños to the salsa verde.
  • Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 50g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg