Applebee's Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe
This copycat Applebee's Fiesta Lime Chicken is perfect for a summer cookout! This delicious recipe features tender chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant mix of tequila, fresh lime, and orange juice, with a hint of garlic and fiesta lime seasoning. Topped with melted Colby Jack cheese and brushed with creamy three-cheese ranch dressing, it's sure to impress. Serve with rice, fresh pico de gallo, and lime slices for a complete meal. 🌮🍋🔥
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup tequila
- ¾ cup fresh lime juice from 6 limes
- ½ cup fresh orange juice from 2 oranges
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lime seasoning blend see note
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 slices ultra-thin Colby Jack or Cheddar Cheese
- ½ cup lite three-cheese ranch dressing
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix tequila, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, lime seasoning blend, pepper, and cilantro.
- Place the chicken breasts into two gallon-sized ziplock bags (2 per bag) and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal and refrigerate for 6-8 hours.
- After marinating, remove the chicken from the bags and grill on medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Brush each chicken breast liberally with the ranch dressing and top with a slice of cheese. Allow the cheese to melt over the chicken before removing it from the grill.
- Serve with rice, fresh pico de gallo, and lime slices.
Notes
Seasoning Substitute: If you don’t have a lime seasoning blend, you can use a combination of chili powder, cumin, lime zest, and salt to taste.