Description
This Fiesta Lime Chicken Copycat recipe is a delicious Tex-Mex dish featuring grilled chicken topped with a zesty fiesta sauce, gooey cheeses, and a crunchy tortilla chip crust. It’s a perfect blend of flavors that will satisfy your craving for a restaurant-style meal at home.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Creamy Fiesta Sauce:
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional)
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl or resealable bag, combine lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, taco seasoning, and garlic powder. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the Fiesta Sauce: Mix together ranch dressing, sour cream, and salsa in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill or sear for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Assemble: Place cooked chicken breasts on a baking sheet. Spread fiesta sauce over each breast and top with cheeses. Broil on high for 1–2 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve: Top with crushed tortilla chips, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve hot.
Notes
- Great served with Spanish rice, black beans, or a side salad.
- You can also make it into a sandwich or wrap for a different presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
