Description
Applebee’s Fiesta Lime Chicken is a vibrant and delicious dish that brings the flavors of summer to your table any time of year. This recipe features juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in a zesty lime dressing, topped with creamy sour cream and melted cheese, creating a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its bold flavors and stunning presentation, this dish is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
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: crushed tortilla chips, cooked Spanish rice, fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a mixing bowl, coat the chicken breasts in lime dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Add toppings: Spread sour cream on each breast and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Broil: Place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve: Top with crushed tortilla chips if desired, alongside Spanish rice garnished with cilantro and lime.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg