Description
Cheesy Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken is a flavorful, cheesy chicken dish perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Tender grilled chicken is topped with zesty salsa verde and melted pepper jack cheese for a spicy, delicious bite.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 slices pepper jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Top each chicken breast with 2 slices of pepper jack cheese and a spoonful of salsa verde. Close the grill lid for 1–2 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Remove from the grill, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Use a grill pan indoors if you don’t have an outdoor grill.
- Salsa verde can be homemade using tomatillos for extra freshness.
- Pair with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired