Description
Applebee’s Fiesta Lime Chicken is a vibrant and mouthwatering dish that brings the essence of summer to your dining table. This recipe features juicy, grilled chicken breasts marinated in zesty lime dressing, topped with creamy sour cream and melted cheese. It’s not just another chicken dish; it’s a flavor-packed meal that impresses without demanding hours in the kitchen. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this colorful entree will satisfy your cravings for something deliciously refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup zesty lime dressing
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Optional: ½ cup crushed tortilla chips for topping
- For serving: 1 cup cooked Spanish rice, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breasts in lime dressing for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Top each piece with sour cream and cheese, then broil for 1–2 minutes until bubbling.
- Serve hot with optional crushed tortilla chips, Spanish rice, cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to maintain juiciness. Feel free to customize toppings with jalapeños or olives for added flavor.