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Cheesy Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

Savor Cheesy Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken Tonight

This Cheesy Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken transforms everyday ingredients into a festive, mouthwatering meal in just 30-35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
For the Salsa
  • 1 cup Salsa Verde Homemade can be substituted.
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Pepper Jack Cheese Can swap for Monterey Jack or mozzarella.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground coriander can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust depending on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for a more robust taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Grilling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil for different flavor.

Equipment

  • Grill

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Pat chicken breasts dry and prepare the seasoning mix with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over chicken breasts and coat evenly with the spice mixture. Let it sit for a few minutes.
  3. Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes on each side, aiming for an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. In the last 2 minutes, spoon salsa verde over each chicken breast and add slices of pepper jack cheese on top. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
  5. Remove chicken from the grill, let it rest for a minute, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully thawed and patted dry before seasoning. Marinate for deeper flavor if time permits.

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