Description
Applebee’s Fiesta Lime Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the Southwest to your home. This easy copycat recipe captures the essence of the beloved restaurant classic with its zesty marinade, creamy dressing, and deliciously grilled chicken. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this meal is a crowd-pleaser that can be customized to suit any palate. Serve it over a bed of greens, alongside crispy corn chips, or topped with fresh ingredients for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ⅓ cup teriyaki sauce
- ½ cup lime juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chunky & spicy salsa
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp Cajun blackened seasoning
- ¼ tsp dried parsley
- ¼ tsp hot sauce
- ⅛ tsp dried dill weed
- 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 cups crushed corn chips
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix water, teriyaki sauce, lime juice, garlic, and other marinade ingredients. Add chicken and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, salsa, milk, Cajun seasoning, and herbs in another bowl. Refrigerate until needed.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to 375–450°F. Grill chicken for 3–5 minutes per side until it reaches 165°F.
- Add dressing & cheese: Brush grilled chicken with dressing and top with cheese; broil for 1–2 minutes.
- Serve: Plate over crushed corn chips and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg