Applebee's Fiesta Lime Chicken (Family-Friendly Healthier Version)
⏱️ 40 minutes👥 4 servings❤️ Taste: 9/10
Nutrition Facts
Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag
Health Benefits
Gut Health7/10
Anti-Inflammatory8/10
Blood Sugar Control7/10
Ingredients
- •• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- •• 2 tbsp olive oil (instead of vegetable oil)
- •• 1/4 cup lime juice
- •• 3 tbsp honey (instead of sugar)
- •• 2 tsp garlic powder
- •• 2 tsp cumin
- •• 1 tsp chili powder
- •• 2 cups brown rice, cooked (instead of white rice)
- •• 1 cup Greek yogurt (instead of sour cream)
- •• 1/4 cup low-fat Mexican blend cheese (instead of full-fat)
- •• 1 cup fresh pico de gallo
- •• 1 avocado, sliced
- •• Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 11. Marinate chicken in lime juice, honey, olive oil, and spices for 30 minutes
- 22. Grill or bake chicken at 375°F for 20-25 minutes
- 33. Serve over brown rice
- 44. Top with Greek yogurt, cheese, pico de gallo, and avocado
- 55. Garnish with cilantro
Smart Substitutions
• Vegetable oil→Olive oil
Heart-healthy fats, anti-inflammatory
• White rice→Brown rice
More fiber, better blood sugar control
• Sour cream→Greek yogurt
More protein, less fat, same creamy taste
• Regular cheese→Low-fat Mexican blend
Less saturated fat, same melty goodness