Grilled Chicken Salsa Verde

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Grilled Chicken Salsa Verde
290 min.
6
242kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your grilling game with a dish that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this Grilled Chicken Salsa Verde! This delightful recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a fantastic choice for those with dietary restrictions, but it also packs a punch of vibrant flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine succulent, marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection, served alongside a zesty tomatillo salsa that’s fresh and invigorating. The combination of fresh cilantro, garlic, and jalapeño creates a salsa that complements the juicy chicken beautifully, making it an ideal starter, snack, or appetizer for gatherings with friends and family.

With a preparation time of just under five hours, including marinating, this dish is perfect for those who love to plan ahead. The result? A mouthwatering meal that serves six, with each serving containing only 242 calories. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking for a healthy weeknight dinner, this Grilled Chicken Salsa Verde is sure to impress. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a deliciously satisfying meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh loosely packed (10 to 15 sprigs)
  • large cloves garlic halved
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  •  jalapeno medium to large seeded cut in half lengthwise,
  • small onion quartered
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 2.3 lb chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.8 lb tomatillos ( 7)
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • plastic wrap
  • grill
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Add garlic and onion; cook about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until onion is tender.
  3. Remove husks from tomatilllos; rinse tomatilllos well.
  4. Cut around stem area of each to remove core; cut tomatillos into quarters. In large food processor, place garlic and onion, tomatillos, jalapeo chile, cilantro, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Cover; process about 15 seconds or until almost smooth.
  5. Pour 1 cup tomatillo mixture into small serving bowl; cover and refrigerate to serve as salsa. To make marinade, add remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the cumin to remaining mixture in food processor. Cover; process 10 seconds.
  6. Place chicken breasts in glass baking dish. Spoon marinade over chicken; spread marinade over chicken to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 4 hours but no longer than 8 hours, turning chicken at least once while marinating.
  7. Heat gas or charcoal grill. Carefully brush additional oil on grill rack.
  8. Place chicken on grill over medium heat; discard marinade. Cover grill; cook 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170F).
  9. Serve each chicken breast with about 2 tablespoons salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories242kcal
Protein62.73%
Fat27.97%
Carbs9.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.68
Glycemic Load
0.65
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
19.41391287161%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.58mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:241.73kcal
12.09%
Fat:7.32g
11.26%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.75%
Carbohydrates:5.48g
1.83%
Net Carbohydrates:4.07g
1.48%
Sugar:3.18g
3.53%
Cholesterol:108.86mg
36.29%
Sodium:586.84mg
25.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.94g
73.89%
Vitamin B3:18.86mg
94.29%
Selenium:55.01µg
78.59%
Vitamin B6:1.35mg
67.49%
Phosphorus:386.75mg
38.68%
Vitamin B5:2.54mg
25.43%
Potassium:816.69mg
23.33%
Vitamin C:12.97mg
15.72%
Magnesium:58.25mg
14.56%
Vitamin K:12.81µg
12.2%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.65%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.64%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.2%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.76%
Iron:1.16mg
6.46%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.67%
Fiber:1.41g
5.63%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.56%
Copper:0.1mg
5.2%
Vitamin A:188.29IU
3.77%
Folate:14.09µg
3.52%
Calcium:20.39mg
2.04%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%