Cheesy Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken
A flavorful and easy grilled chicken dish topped with zesty salsa verde and gooey pepper jack cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts The star of the show! They’re lean, healthy, and when cooked right, incredibly juicy.
- 1 cup salsa verde This stuff is gold. It enhances the chicken with its fresh, zesty flavor.
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese The key ingredient for that melty goodness. It adds creaminess and just the right amount of kick.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Just a bit to coat the chicken and keep it juicy.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Garlic makes everything better, no arguments here.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder A little hint of sweetness with each bite.
- to taste salt Because, well, flavor!
- to taste pepper Because, well, flavor!
- for garnish fresh cilantro Brings brightness and a touch of freshness to the dish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bowl or drizzle the marinade over them and ensure they're fully coated.
Cooking
- Once the grill is ready, place the chicken breasts evenly apart on the grate and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
- During the last minutes of grilling, spoon salsa verde over each chicken breast.
- Top with shredded pepper jack cheese and close the grill lid to let the cheese melt.
- Remove the chicken from the grill once fully cooked (internal temperature should be 165°F) and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Let your chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling for tender bite. Serve with sides like grilled veggies or a salad.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 36gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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