If you’re looking to bring bold flavor and festive Latin energy to your table, my 20 favorite Mexican recipes are the perfect way to do it!
Whether you’re planning a casual Taco Tuesday, hosting a special occasion or celebrating Cinco de Mayo, this roundup is packed with crowd-pleasing favorites inspired by the Mexican cuisine and Tex-Mex classics we know and love.
From appetizers, side dishes and main courses, I’ve got you covered. Let’s dive into the ultimate Mexican meal lineup!
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
If you’re in a dinner rut, you’ll love this flavorful meal! With protein, carbs and veggies, it’s a balanced meal that’s bursting with vibrant flavors.
We’re talking tender chicken on a bed of fluffy rice with a creamy street corn topping that gives all those elote feels. The whole family will love this one!
Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
This pasta salad is the fusion recipe we never knew we needed!
If you’re obsessed with everything street corn, from elote itself to elote dip, you’re going to love this creamy pasta salad. It’s got all the flavors of elote that we love, plus tender pasta.
It doesn’t get much better!
Mexican Macaroni Salad
Creamy and tangy, this cold mac salad brings the party to any summer cookout!
Fully loaded with sweet corn and crunchy veggies in a tangy, creamy dressing, it’s the perfect side dish for whatever main dish you’re serving.
More authentically known as ensalada de coditos, this side dish offers zesty flavors and exciting textures to complement a variety of main dishes.
Bring it to your next barbecue – it’s a guaranteed crowd pleaser!
Mexican Red Rice
Easy to make and full of flavor, this gluten free Mexican red rice recipe is the perfect side dish for all of your favorite Mexican dishes.
Whip it up in less than 30 minutes with very simple ingredients. It’s so much better than the box!
This rice tastes just like the kind you get at Mexican restaurants. I love serving it on the side of Mexican dishes like chicken fajitas, enchiladas and tacos.
Mexican food is a big thing in our house, especially in the warmer months. It’s one of the friendlier cuisines for people following a gluten-free diet. This easy recipe is in our regular rotation!
Easy Hot Elote Dip
If you’ve ever had Mexican street corn, you know the love. This hot elote dip is everything we love about Mexican street corn in dip form.
Warm, creamy, a little sweet, a little spicy and all around addictive, this easy recipe will have you going for seconds and thirds!
Like a lot of Mexican food, this dip is gluten free. And with super simple ingredients and a quick process, it’s the perfect appetizer for any party – from game day to Cinco de Mayo and beyond.
Baja Shrimp Tacos with Crispy Slaw
Take your taste buds on a trip south of the border with these Baja shrimp tacos!
Juicy, pan-fried shrimp loaded into warm corn tortillas and piled high with tangy slaw, then drizzled with a creamy Baja sauce.
The whole family will love this one. It’s the perfect dish for summer!
Chicken Fajita Pasta
This one-pot chicken fajita pasta is a favorite meal that your whole family will love!
It’s got tender chicken and all of your favorite fajita veggies simmering a creamy tomato sauce that’s full of bold Southwestern flavors.
Grab yourself a big bowl of this one!
Best Ever Guacamole
This easy and delicious guacamole recipe is something you’ll want to be making on repeat!
With simple ingredients like ripe avocados, juicy tomatoes, fresh lime juice and all the good seasonings, you can make homemade guacamole that beats any store-bought version.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Bowl
Need an easy dinner that will please the whole family while also keeping it lean and healthy? Try this Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Bowl.
It’s got all those fresh bell peppers and onions we love on a fajita platter, plus lean protein from chicken and a healthy dose of leafy greens. Top this bowl with your favorite fajita fixins like sour cream and pico de gallo.
It’s one of those easy recipes that I love having on a busy night.
Turkey Burrito Bowl
This turkey burrito bowl is everything that’s great about Mexican cuisine – fresh ingredients, gluten free, high in fiber and huge on flavor.
It’s loaded with protein-rich ground turkey, black beans, sweet corn, buttery avocado and seasoned rice. Healthy eating should always be this delicious!
Air Fryer Chicken Chimichangas
Enjoying a chicken chimichanga used to be a guilty pleasure, but no longer! With this air fryer recipe, we can indulge in this Mexican restaurant favorite without the guilt.
This easy recipe has everything we love about Mexican food, all wrapped up in a crispy, golden brown package.
It’s loaded with flavorful chicken, rice, beans and cheese that get melty and yummy in the air fryer, and you can top it with anything you like.
Crispy Baked Tacos with Ground Turkey
These oven baked crispy tacos are so crunchy, you won’t believe they’re not fried!
We’re also saving fat and calories by using ground turkey instead of ground beef, but not sacrificing any of the flavor.
These amazingly crunchy tacos are an easy weeknight meal that will please the whole family. Because after all, taco night is still the best night!
Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito
Juicy grilled chicken wrapped in a tortilla with rice, beans, and a smoky chipotle ranch sauce. A bold and satisfying option.
Enjoy a better version of Taco Bell right in your own home with this chipotle ranch grilled chicken burrito recipe!
It’s loaded with tender chicken, Mexican rice, black beans, creamy chipotle sauce and all the yummy fixins, wrapped up in a warm flour tortilla.
Dip your burrito in homemade avocado ranch sauce and you’ve got the perfect better-than-takeout situation.
Chicken Chalupa Supreme (Taco Bell Copycat)
If you haven’t tried a chalupa, get ready for a next level taco experience!
This Taco Bell chicken chalupa recipe starts with a puffy, crispy shell and ends with seasoned chicken, cheese and all the fixins.
Homemade chalupas are easy and fun to make, and they’re incredibly yummy. No wonder they’re such a cult favorite!
Buffalo Wild Wings Ultimate Nachos
Inspired by the famous Buffalo Wild Wings ultimate nachos recipe, these crispy tortilla chips are piled high with seasoned chicken, melty cheese and all the fixins’.
Easy Taco Bake
This yummy taco bake has layers of all the best taco ingredients like seasoned ground meat, refried beans and sharp cheese and it’s topped with your favorite taco toppings like lettuce, tomato, green onions and salsa.
Best of all, it’s got a crunchy layer of Fritos inside, plus more on top to give it just the right amount of salty, satisfying texture.
This is one of the easiest weeknight meals yet, and the whole family will love it!
Baja Fish Tacos with Chili Lime Crema
There are certain flavors that just scream “fresh”! And many of them are in these Baja Fish Tacos with Chili Lime Crema.
There’s something about avocado, fresh fish, grilled corn and crispy slaw that make me feel like I’m doing something good for my body.
Baked Chicken Rolled Tacos
You will not believe how crispy these baked chicken rolled tacos get in the oven!
There’s no frying required in this recipe, and the taste and texture will fool even the most critical foodies.
They’re crispy outside, cheesy and yummy inside, with all the good Tex Mex flavors. Perfect for Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo or any time.
Black Bean, Corn and Avocado Salad
This easy salad is fully loaded with fresh produce like creamy avocado, sweet corn and fresh tomatoes.
Finished with a simple honey lime dressing, this black bean corn salad basically goes with everything.
Tex Mex Jalapeño Poppers
These spicy bites are stuffed with two kinds of melty cheese, smoky bacon and taco seasoning. Then, they’re baked until bubbly.
Perfect for those who like a little heat!
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