Grilled Chicken with Salsa Verde
A bright and flavorful Grilled Chicken with Salsa Verde made with marinated chicken breasts, melted Monterey Jack, jalapeños, red onion, and fresh cilantro. A simple yet vibrant dish perfect for any occasion.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 jar salsa verde divided
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice of ½ lime
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 jalapeño thinly sliced
- ½ red onion finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ½ cup salsa verde, extra-virgin olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, and ground cumin. Whisk until the mixture is fully blended.
Marinate the Chicken
- Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them thoroughly in the marinade. Allow the chicken to marinate for 20 minutes to enhance flavor absorption. Reserve an additional ½ cup salsa verde for basting and ½ cup for serving.
Grill the Chicken
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 6 minutes. Flip each piece, brush generously with the reserved salsa verde, and continue grilling for an additional 6 minutes.
Add the Cheese and Toppings
- Place a slice of Monterey Jack cheese on each chicken breast, followed by jalapeño slices and finely chopped red onion. Cover the grill and cook for approximately 4 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the chicken is fully cooked through.
Serve
- Transfer the grilled chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and additional lime wedges as desired. Serve with the remaining salsa verde.
Notes
This recipe for Grilled Chicken with Salsa Verde is naturally gluten-free, as all primary ingredients—chicken, salsa verde, cheese, lime, spices, and vegetables—contain no gluten. To ensure full gluten-free compliance, verify that the salsa verde and spices are certified gluten-free and free from additives or stabilizers that may contain gluten. Serve with gluten-free sides such as corn tortillas, rice, or roasted vegetables to maintain a completely gluten-free meal.