Description

Applebee’s Fiesta Lime Chicken is a vibrant dish that infuses succulent grilled chicken with zesty lime marinade, topped with fresh pico de gallo and a sweet honey sauce. This flavor-packed recipe brings the essence of summer barbecues to your dining table, making it perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 cup pico de gallo (fresh diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños)
2 tbsp honey
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, and cumin. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat Your Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Alternatively, preheat the oven to broil.
Cook the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade (discard marinade). Grill each side for about 6-7 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Prepare Pico de Gallo: Mix diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, and lime juice in a bowl; season with salt.
Make Your Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey and chicken broth. Simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
Serve It Up: Plate the chicken and top generously with pico de gallo and drizzle with sauce.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (168g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 43g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: For added flavor, marinate overnight. This dish is versatile; feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or beef. Add vegetables like bell peppers or corn for an extra crunch.