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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 dish is quick to prepare and combines tender chicken with spicy cheese and zesty salsa.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Tender chicken cooks quickly on the grill
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For moisture and flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup salsa verde Adds a tangy kick
  • 4 slices pepper jack cheese Provides spiciness and creaminess
For the Spice Mixture
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to desired heat level
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds aromatic richness
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Enhances flavors

Equipment

  • grill

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F to 400°F.
  2. In a bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat chicken breasts dry, rub with olive oil, and coat with spice mixture.
  4. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Spoon salsa verde over each chicken breast during the last 2 minutes of grilling.
  6. Add pepper jack cheese on top of the salsa and close the grill lid to melt.
  7. Remove from grill, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize these ingredients according to your kitchen’s treasures!

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