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Easy Applebee’s Fiesta Lime Chicken Copycat (Better Than the Original!)

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This copycat Fiesta Lime Chicken recipe brings the bold flavors of Applebee’s to your kitchen—featuring grilled lime-marinated chicken, creamy Mexi-ranch sauce, and melted cheese on a bed of crispy tortilla strips.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • ¼ cup lime juice

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon cumin

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    Mexi-Ranch Sauce:

    • ½ cup ranch dressing

    • ¼ cup sour cream

    • ¼ cup salsa (mild or spicy)

    • 1 tablespoon lime juice

    • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning or chipotle powder

    Toppings:

    • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese

    • Crispy tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  • In a bowl or bag, mix lime juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire, garlic, cumin, and olive oil. Add chicken and marinate for 30 mins to 4 hours.

  • Mix all Mexi-ranch sauce ingredients. Chill until ready.

  • Grill or bake chicken until fully cooked (165°F internal temp).

  • Top cooked chicken with sauce and shredded cheese. Broil 2–3 mins until cheese melts.

  • Serve over tortilla strips with optional sides

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for a juicier option.

  • Sauce can be made 2 days in advance.

  • Serve with Spanish rice, corn, or salad.

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