Fiesta Lime Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 hrs 10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
523 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Fiesta Lime Chicken
Description
Fiesta Lime Chicken involves marinating chicken breasts in a blend of water, teriyaki sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, liquid smoke, garlic salt, and ground ginger for at least two hours. This infuses the chicken with citrus brightness and subtle smoky depth. After discarding the marinade, the chicken is grilled to retain juiciness and develop a slight char.
The creamy sauce combines mayonnaise and plain Greek yogurt, seasoned with Cajun spice, parsley, Tabasco (chipotle variety), dried dill, and cumin. Once the chicken is grilled, it is brushed with the sauce, sprinkled with shredded Colby Jack cheese, and placed under the broiler just long enough to melt the cheese and add richness.
Topping the finished chicken with pico de gallo adds fresh acidity and crunch, providing textural and flavor contrast. The resulting dish balances tender marinated chicken with a creamy, spicy-scented cheese topping and fresh salsa.
For lighter options, reduced-fat mayonnaise and non-fat Greek yogurt can be used, though non-fat sour cream is less recommended. Nutrition facts exclude the discarded marinade, which helps reduce excess sodium and flavors. Grilling times vary depending on thickness; make sure the chicken is cooked through but remains moist.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 lime juiced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 /2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless, 4 filets
Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise reduced-fat ok
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon parsley dried
- 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce I like to use the Chipotle Tabasco Sauce
- 1/8 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1/8 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup Colby jack cheese shredded
- Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- Whisk together the water, teriyaki sauce, lime juice, garlic, liquid smoke, garlic salt, and ginger.
- Coat chicken in mixture, and marinate for at least 2 hours.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, Cajun spice, parsley, hot sauce, dill week, and cumin. Cover, and chill until ready to use.
- Preheat oven to broil.
- Discard marinade.
- Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 5-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Place grilled chicken on a baking sheet.
- Brush grilled chicken with reserved dressing, sprinkle with cheese, and broil until cheese has melted, about 1-3 minutes.
- Serve topped with pico de gallo.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least two hours to develop depth of flavor with the lime and teriyaki base.
- Use reduced-fat mayonnaise or non-fat Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce version if desired.
- Discard marinade before grilling to avoid flare-ups and excessive saltiness.
- Broil chicken briefly after adding sauce and cheese to achieve melted cheese topping without drying out chicken.
- Serve with pico de gallo for added freshness and acidity that complements the creamy spiced sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 523 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 523kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 59g | 118% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 183mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 1489mg | 62% |
| Potassium | 990mg | 21% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 640IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 267mg | 27% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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