Go Back
–+ servings
Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken That'll Wow Your Guests

This Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a vibrant dish that combines the zest of salsa verde with creamy pepper Jack cheese, perfect for summer gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 22 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1 cup Salsa Verde Feel free to substitute with homemade salsa.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Replace with avocado oil for a twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Use lemon juice in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground coriander can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Substitute with white pepper for milder flavor.
Chicken Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Thighs can be used for a juicier taste.
  • 4 slices Pepper Jack Cheese Swap for Monterey Jack or cheddar if less intense flavor desired.
Garnish Ingredients
  • Fresh Cilantro (optional) Omit if cilantro isn’t preferred.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Grill
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Marinating and Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper, whisking until well blended.
  2. Add thinly sliced chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375–400°F.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 4-5 minutes per side, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. In the final minute of grilling, place a slice of pepper Jack cheese over each chicken breast and close the grill lid to melt.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, marinate your chicken overnight and ensure your grill is preheated to avoid sticking.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!