Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup salsa verde
– 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Flavor-Packed Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken with Pepper Jack Cheese is a simple process. Just follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the salsa verde, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
4. Grill the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
5. Add the Cheese: In the last few minutes of grilling, sprinkle the shredded pepper jack cheese over the chicken. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
6. Remove from Grill: Once the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve hot.
These straightforward steps will guide you in preparing this incredible dish with ease!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 40g