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Copycat Applebee's Fiesta Lime Chicken

A copycat of Applebee's Fiesta Lime Chicken - lime-marinated grilled chicken topped with melted cheese and a creamy Mexi-ranch sauce, served over tortilla strips.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Marinade
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend shredded
Mexi-Ranch Sauce
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons salsa
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
To Serve
  • 2 cups tortilla strips

Equipment

  • Skillet or grill
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Whisk the lime juice, oil, garlic, and cumin. Marinate the chicken 20 minutes.
  2. Mix the Mexi-ranch sauce ingredients.
  3. Grill or sear the chicken 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. Top each breast with cheese and broil briefly to melt, then drizzle with Mexi-ranch sauce.
  5. Serve over crispy tortilla strips with extra sauce and cilantro.

Notes

The tangy lime marinade and creamy Mexi-ranch sauce are the stars. Top with cheese and broil briefly, then finish over crispy tortilla strips.