Juicy Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken
Juicy Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings together succulent chicken breasts and a zesty salsa verde marinade. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make recipe delivers bold flavors and moist, tender meat in every bite. Serve it with grilled veggies or toss it in tacos for a satisfying meal your family and friends will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large 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 or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is recommended for enhanced flavor).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Remove chicken from the marinade and discard excess liquid.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra salsa verde if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Marinate your chicken overnight for deeper flavor infusion. For a plant-based option, substitute chicken with tofu. Pair with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.