Description
Juicy Grilled Salsa Verde Chicken is your go-to dish for flavor-packed gatherings. This easy recipe features boneless chicken breasts marinated in a zesty homemade salsa verde, then grilled to juicy perfection. Each bite delivers a burst of fresh cilantro and lime that will transport you to summer barbecues, no matter the season. Serve it in tacos, salads, or alongside your favorite sides for an unforgettable meal that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 jalapeños, minced (adjust heat to preference)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 ripe avocado
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine cilantro, lime juice, jalapeños, and garlic. Whisk until blended.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish; pour in marinade. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
- Grill Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade; discard excess marinade. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Make the Sauce: Blend avocado with sour cream until smooth; add salt to taste.
- Serve: Drizzle grilled chicken with avocado sauce and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg