Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken is a flavorful dish that combines juicy, marinated chicken breasts with zesty salsa verde for a smoky, tangy experience. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress. Each bite bursts with freshness and vibrant flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix salsa verde, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat your grill to medium-high (around 400°F/200°C).
- Place marinated chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Brush additional salsa verde on the chicken just before removing it from the grill.
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 85mg