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Cheesy Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken

Cheesy Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken for a Zesty Summer Feast

A delicious family-friendly recipe for Cheesy Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken, perfect for summer BBQs and weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 0.5 cup Signature SELECT Salsa Verde Use your favorite mild version for an authentic taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to swap with vegetable oil if needed.
  • 1 each Lime Freshly squeezed lime juice is best.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic provides the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on your preferred spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Essential for that Mexican twist; omit if you can't find it.
For the Chicken and Toppings
  • 4 pieces Signature Farms Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Opt for larger breasts for ideal grilling.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Try Pepper Jack for an extra kick.
  • 1 each Jalapeño Offers heat; swap with bell peppers if desired.
  • 0.5 each Red Onion Can be replaced with white or yellow onion.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional for allergies or personal preference.
  • 1 each Tomato Any variety works; fresh is best.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the marinade and coat the chicken. Marinate for about 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F) while the chicken marinates.
  3. Grill the marinated chicken breasts, cooking each side for about 6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  4. Layer each grilled chicken piece with Monterey Jack cheese and jalapeño slices. Close the grill lid and melt cheese for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Garnish with red onion, cilantro, and tomatoes; serve immediately with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 20 minutes to enhance flavor; monitor grill temperature to avoid charring. Experiment with different cheeses for a twist on the recipe.

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