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Colorful grilled chicken breast topped with vibrant green salsa verde, melted pepper jack cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, presented on a rustic wooden platter with grilled vegetables in the background, showcasing a juicy, flavorful, and visually appealing dish.

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken Delight

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A savory grilled chicken breast topped with spicy salsa verde and melty pepper jack cheese, served garnished with fresh cilantro and lime, perfect for a hearty and flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless 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 the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  4. During the last few minutes, top each chicken breast with salsa verde and shredded pepper jack cheese.
  5. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese and warm the salsa.
  6. Remove from the grill, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken in salsa verde for 30 minutes before grilling. Use thick-cut salsa for a more saucy topping.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 380 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 42 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg