Description
Recreate the famous Fiesta Lime Chicken from Applebee’s at home with this delicious copycat recipe. Tender grilled chicken topped with a zesty lime marinade, gooey cheese, and a crunchy tortilla chip crust.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- Chopped cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a resealable bag or dish, pour marinade over, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Prepare Toppings: Mix ranch dressing with salsa. Spread over grilled chicken, top with cheese, and broil for 2–3 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with crushed tortilla chips, garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Pairs well with Spanish rice, black beans, or a fresh corn salad.
- You can substitute sour cream for ranch if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
