Is Fiesta Lime Chicken Coming Back to Applebee's? (2026 Update)
Applebee's Fiesta Lime Chicken was discontinued in 2024 during the chain's menu simplification — but it remains one of the most mourned items in Applebee's history, and fans still ask for it at the counter. Here's what happened and how to get something close today. See the current Applebee's menu with prices for what's available now.
Fiesta Lime Chicken was a menu mainstay for nearly two decades before the cut: a creamy lime-marinated grilled chicken breast topped with melted cheese, crispy tortilla strips, and fiesta rice. It sat alongside Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp as the go-to "crispy rice bowl" order — and its removal is still a sore spot for regulars.
Is Fiesta Lime Chicken still on the Applebee's menu?
No — Fiesta Lime Chicken is no longer on the Applebee's menu. It was discontinued in 2024 as part of Applebee's menu simplification, which trimmed dozens of items across the chain. It's not listed on the current Applebee's menu with prices, and Applebee's has not announced a return date as of 2026.
What was in the Applebee's Fiesta Lime Chicken?
The original dish was a lime-marinated grilled chicken breast topped with melted cheese, tortilla strips, and fiesta rice, served with a creamy lime sauce. It was priced around $12-14 before it was discontinued and was one of the most recommended entrees in Applebee's customer reviews, alongside Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp.
Why did Applebee's discontinue Fiesta Lime Chicken?
Applebee's cut Fiesta Lime Chicken during the menu simplification that began in 2024, when the chain removed slower-moving items to shorten cook times and streamline the kitchen. Fans pushed back online, and it's still one of the most-requested discontinued items on social media — which is why the chain has brought back fan favorites before.
How can I order Fiesta Lime Chicken at Applebee's?
Fiesta Lime Chicken is not available to order at Applebee's anymore — it's not on the menu and can't be special-requested. The closest current option is the Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp or a grilled chicken breast with rice from the current menu. Some fans recreate the dish at home using the classic combination of lime marinade, grilled chicken, melted cheese, and tortilla strips.
What are the best Applebee's alternatives to Fiesta Lime Chicken?
On the current menu, the closest alternatives to Fiesta Lime Chicken are Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp, the Grilled Chicken Breast with rice, and the Oriental Grilled Chicken Salad. For the fullest flavor, the Applebee's 2 for $25 deal is the cheapest way to try two of them at once.