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Applebee's Tequila Lime Chicken Restaurant Recipe with Mexi-Ranch Dressing

Make Applebee's Tequila Lime Chicken with Mexi-Ranch Dressing at home tonight for your family.  Our Secret Restaurant Recipe for their Tequila Lime Chicken tastes just like Applebees'.
Prep Time1 day 15 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time1 day 35 minutes
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican, TexMex
Keyword: Applebee's, Chicken Recipe
Yield: 1 Serving

Ingredients

  • 1 5- ounce boneless, skinless Chicken Breast
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed Lime Juice
  • 1/4 cup Tequila (Non-Alcoholic may be used)
  • 1/2 cup Tortilla Chips
  • 1/4 cup Mexi-Ranch Dressing (Recipe below)
  • 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese

Instructions

  • Set oven to broil.

To Prepare Chicken

  • Pour lime juice and tequila into a sealable plastic bag.
  • Place chicken in bag and chill.
  • Marinate chicken overnight.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and grill over medium heat 10 minutes or until thoroughly cooked.

To Assemble

  • Scatter tortilla chips on an oven-safe plate.
  • Place chicken on top of tortilla chips.
  • Pour Mexi-ranch dressing over chicken.
  • Cover with the shredded Cheddar jack cheese.
  • Place chicken under the broiler until cheese is melted. Be careful, plate will be hot!
  • Serve Applebee's Tequila Lime Chicken with Pico de Gallo and Spanish rice on the side.

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