Description
This Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken recipe features tender, marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection, topped with melty pepper jack cheese and vibrant salsa verde for a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup salsa verde (fresh or store-bought)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts with salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the chicken is evenly coated. Cover and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat, preparing it for cooking the chicken thoroughly and evenly.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill. Cook each side for about 6 to 7 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), indicating the chicken is fully cooked.
- Add the Cheese: During the last few minutes of grilling, sprinkle the shredded pepper jack cheese evenly over each chicken breast. Close the grill lid to allow the cheese to melt perfectly.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. This step allows juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist. Slice and serve with extra salsa verde if desired.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for longer than 30 minutes, up to 2 hours, will enhance the flavor even more.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfectly cooked chicken.
- For a spicier kick, add some chopped jalapeños into the salsa verde.
- Serve with rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan on the stovetop as an alternative.
