Get ready to transform your ordinary weeknight dinner into a Mediterranean culinary adventure! This Italian Salsa Verde Grilled Chicken is not just a recipe—it's a flavor explosion that combines the bold, herbaceous punch of traditional Italian salsa verde with perfectly grilled, juicy chicken. In just 35 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that will transport you straight to the sun-drenched hills of Italy, right from the comfort of your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup capers, rinsed
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a food processor, combine chopped parsley, minced garlic, rinsed capers, olive oil, and lemon juice. Pulse until a smooth, vibrant green sauce forms, creating the salsa verde.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400-425°F. Ensure grill grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
- Place chicken breasts on the hot grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on the first side, allowing nice grill marks and ensuring even cooking.
- Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 3-4 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Drizzle the prepared salsa verde generously over the grilled chicken before serving.
- Optionally, garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve with a lemon wedge for extra brightness.
Tips
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure perfect grill marks and crispy exterior.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken is cooked precisely to 165°F—no guesswork, just perfectly juicy meat.
- Let chicken rest after grilling to allow juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and flavorful.
- For extra flavor, consider marinating chicken in some of the salsa verde for 30 minutes before grilling.
- If you don't have a grill, this recipe works beautifully with a grill pan or even oven-roasting.
- Fresh herbs are key—use vibrant, fresh parsley for the most authentic and bright salsa verde.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 95mg
