Grilled Salsa Verde Pepper Jack Chicken
Juicy, tender chicken infused with zesty salsa verde and melted cheese.
Equipment
- Grill
- Large Bowl
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 4 pieces
- 12 ounces Salsa verde Trader Joe’s recommended
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper freshly ground
- 4 slices Pepper Jack cheese slices
- Fresh cilantro minced, optional garnish
- Lime wedges optional for serving
Instructions
- Combine salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
- Add chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade, discarding excess marinade.
- Grill chicken 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal).
- In the last minute, place a slice of pepper Jack cheese on each piece and close the lid to melt.
- Take off the grill, let rest briefly, then garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Feel free to adjust seasoning or garnish with additional cilantro and lime for extra flavor.
