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Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a Must-Try!

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with zesty salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 4 ounces pepper jack cheese shredded
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  3. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. During the last few minutes of grilling, spoon salsa verde over the chicken and sprinkle the shredded pepper jack cheese on top. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños to the salsa verde before grilling.
  • Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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