Juicy Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken
A succulent chicken marinated in vibrant salsa verde, perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the salsa verde, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage to coat the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F / 200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra salsa verde on top or on the side.
Notes
For healthier options, consider skinless chicken thighs or homemade, low-sodium salsa verde.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg