Description
Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken is a vibrant dish bursting with flavor, perfect for summer barbecues. This juicy chicken, marinated in a zesty salsa verde, combines smoky and tangy notes that will delight your palate. Ideal for gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit various diets. Serve it with warm tortillas or atop a fresh salad for a satisfying meal that brings friends and family together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 6 firm tomatillos (about 1 lb)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (2 limes)
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 jalapeño pepper (adjust for heat)
Instructions
- Blend tomatillos, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, and olive oil until smooth to make the marinade.
- Marinate chicken in salsa verde for at least one hour (up to four hours for best flavor).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade (reserve some for basting) and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Baste with reserved marinade while grilling; let rest for five minutes before slicing.
- Serve with tortillas or a fresh salad topped with extra salsa verde.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 53g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For maximum flavor, marinate chicken overnight. - Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp if desired. - Add diced avocados for a creamy texture.