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Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken: A Flavor Explosion!

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  • Author: Skylar
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a delicious and spicy dish that combines the flavors of grilled chicken, zesty salsa verde, and creamy pepper jack cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 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
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken breasts with the olive oil mixture.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  5. During the last few minutes of grilling, top each chicken breast with salsa verde and shredded pepper jack cheese.
  6. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
  7. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in salsa verde for a few hours before grilling.
  • Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • Adjust the amount of salsa verde based on your spice preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg