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Colorful grilled chicken topped with vibrant salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, plated on a rustic wooden surface with fresh herbs and lime wedges, showcasing juicy textures and lively garnishes.

Flavorful Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

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Juicy grilled chicken smothered in spicy salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 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, season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. During the last few minutes, top with salsa verde and sprinkle with pepper jack cheese.
  5. Close grill to melt cheese, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from grill, garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate chicken in salsa verde for 30 minutes prior to grilling.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg
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