If you’ve had Fiesta Lime Chicken form Applebee’s and loved it, then this is the recipe for you! Packed full of Tex Mex flavors, this easy chicken dinner is perfect for a tasty weeknight meal.
Have you guys tried the Fiesta Lime Chicken at Applebee’s? I have and I loved it, so wanted to make my own version at home. It’s so easy to make and it’s a great way to spice up your weekly meal routine.
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How To Make This Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe
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In a large bowl, mix tequila, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, fiesta lime seasoning blend, pepper, and cilantro. Place the chicken into 2 gallon sized ziplock bags (2 per bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal in the fridge for 6-8 hours.
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After marinating, take the chicken out of the bags and grill on medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until chicken is cooked through. Brush each chicken liberally with the ranch, and top with a slice of cheese. Allow the cheese to melt over the chicken before taking off the grill.
A Healthier Version Of An Applebee’s Classic
Fiesta Lime Chicken is a classic on the Applebee’s menu, and it’s always one of my top choices when I want a treat! My recipe not only contains all of the flavors of the original dish, but it’s actually healthier for you too! If you order it at the restaurant, it will contain 1200 calories, but my version is lees than 500!
What To Serve With Fiesta Lime Chicken
I love to serve this chicken with rice, fresh pico de gallo, and lime slices for a flavorful and full meal. You can also serve it with a fresh green salad or even refried beans.
Marinated Mexican Chicken
The chicken breasts are marinated in a delicious mix of Mexican flavors that really bring the Fiesta Lime Chicken alive. Marinate it for as long as possible for the best results. The marinade ingredients are:
- tequila
- lime juice
- orange juice
- garlic
- fiesta lime seasoning
- cilantro
These ingredients make such an amazing marinade that really flavor the chicken and make it tender and succulent.
Top Tips To Make Fiesta Lime Chicken
- Leave the chicken to marinate for as long as possible (overnight is best)
- Any good melting cheese will work with this recipe you could also use cheddar, gruyere or mozzarella
- If unsure if the chicken is cooked use a meat thermometer and check it reaches 165F
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days
Be sure to check out these other Mexican chicken recipes!
Spicy Mexican Chicken Soup Recipe
Mexican Chicken Sheet Pan Nachos
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Salad
Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe
Mexican Chicken Salad Sandwiches
If you have tried this Fiesta Lime Chicken recipe, or any other recipe on my blog, then please rate it and let me know how it turned out in the comments below!
Fiesta Lime Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup good quality tequila
- 3/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tablespoons Mrs. Dash Fiesta Lime Seasoning Blend If you don't have access to this, use 1 tps. Paprika, 1 tsp. cumin, and 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. fresh black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 slices Ultra Thin Colby Jack or Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Lite 3-Cheese Ranch I used Kraft
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix tequila, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, fiesta lime seasoning blend, pepper, and cilantro. Place the chicken into 2 gallon sized ziplock bags (2 per baand pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal in the fridge for 6-8 hours.
- After marinating, take the chicken out of the bags and grill on medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until chicken is cooked through. Brush each chicken liberally with the ranch, and top with a slice of cheese. Allow the cheese to melt over the chicken before taking off the grill.
- Serve with rice, fresh pico de gallo, and lime slices.
Notes
Any good melting cheese will work with this recipe you could also use cheddar, gruyere or mozzarella
If unsure if the chicken is cooked use a meat thermometer and check it reaches 165F
Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days
Taylor says
Love the fresh and bold flavors in this chicken recipe. SO delicious!
Becky Hardin says
Thanks Taylor!
Stephanie says
The seasoning was perfect and the slice of cheese on top was a great touch!
Becky Hardin says
LOVE THAT!
Courtney says
We loved this fiesta chicken – so easy and so much flavor!!
Becky Hardin says
That seriously makes me so happy
Sara says
Totally drooling over this right now! Yum!
Becky Hardin says
Yay! Hope its a huge success
Laura Reese says
This chicken has amazing flavor and tastes perfect every time.
Becky Hardin says
I’m so glad!
Sheree says
This looks great! Where do you find the fiesta lime seasoning? Any particular brand? Thanks.
Becky Hardin says
Mrs. Dash has one I love! Hope you love the recipe!!
Angelina says
The Caesar Chicken & the Lime Chicken recipes I’ll definitely try. As for the Chicken Wings, they’re a different story. To me, Chicken Wings are garbage! They’re nothing but fatty skin & bones, and are only worth saving to make chicken broth & stock. Why they’re so popular I’ll never know. Actually, I’d rather have drumsticks,. At least there’s some ‘actual meat’ to sink your teeth into there. But hey, this is only MY opinion, & I’m sticking to it, but thanks for posting it, for those who like ’em 🙂
Becky Hardin says
I hope you love the recipes that you do try! Have a great week 🙂