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The best Mexican recipes!
Cinco de Mayo is just a few days away so I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to share some of the BEST Mexican Recipes. These are my favorite Mexican recipes from my kitchen and some from other amazing bloggers. Together, I have formed a list of over 100 of the best Mexican recipes.
Let’s be honest here…. do you really need an excuse to eat Mexican food? Cinco de Mayo is a good excuse to eat Mexican, but in my house – we can eat it almost any day. You may want to try these Cinco de Mayo Recipes.
Next time you are in the mood for some delicious Mexican food save yourself the money and eat in. Try one of these delicious recipes to save money and still satisfy that craving.
We have the recipes separated in categories to make it super easy to find what you are looking for. Make your menu plan in minutes and easily find what you need quickly.
What's in this post: Over 100 of the BEST Mexican Recipes
Choose from an assortment of beverages to serve for Cinco de Mayo. Try these easy drinks with your Mexican fiesta.
Cinco De Mayo Drinks
In support of our neighbor to the south, Cinco de Mayo has emerged as the day to celebrate Mexican culture and heritage in the United States. Very few people know what the day actually represents in Mexican history, but what they do know is how to celebrate it – with the best of Mexico’s cuisine, drinks and music!
Only 3 ingredients and you can enjoy this non alcoholic pina colada in minutes. Whip up this frozen treat perfect for Mexican Monday.
Virgin Piña Coladas
Enjoy a cool, tropical treat this summer with these creamy, refreshing and non-alcoholic Virgin Piña Coladas that are perfect for the whole family to enjoy!
Refreshing coconut and healthy avocado combine for a tasty drink. With only a few ingredients, this avocado smoothie is so easy to make.
Avocado Coconut Smoothie Shake
I am rediscovering the wonders of smoothies. Mostly because they’re a foolproof way to get all my kids to eagerly gulp down a glass full of healthy nutrients. This Avocado Coconut Smoothie was a result of housing too many avocados that needed to be eaten. Or slurped.
Never buy over-priced taco seasoning packets again. Learn how to make Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe that is easy and budget friendly.
Taco Seasoning Recipe
This delicious Homemade Taco Seasoning recipe is so easy to make. You will save a ton of money by making your own. Try out this Homemade Taco Seasoning.
This cheese dip is similar to white cheese sauces served in many delicious Mexican restaurants. It is so delicious and so versatile. It is the best authentic white queso dip recipe you will find.
Best Mexican White Cheese Dip
This is the Best Mexican White Cheese Dip recipe. An Authentic queso dip that tastes just like the Mexican Restaurant white sauce. Your entire family is going to love this queso blanco.
This appetizer is light and packed with fresh veggies. Pico is the perfect snack and easy appetizer for family dinner or parties.
Easy Pico De Gallo
Try making this easy Pico de Gallo Recipe for the perfect addition to tacos, grilled chicken and more. Learn how to make pico de gallo that is authentic.
Make tortilla chips in just seconds thanks to the microwave. Homemade chips are healthier than store bought and tasty too.
How to Make Homemade Tortilla Chips in the Microwave
How to make homemade tortilla chips right in the microwave! All you need is 3 simple ingredients for a quick & healthy snack made in less than 5 minutes!
Make homemade taco bowls for the perfect appetizer. Serve mini taco salads and more in these taco shells.
How to make Homemade Taco Shells
Learn how to make these delicious and Homemade Taco Shells. They are so simple to make and these homemade taco bowls taste great and are budget friendly.
Salsa is so easy to make at home when you use canned fire roasted tomatoes. Homemade salsa is so easy and the perfect appetizer.
Fire Roasted Salsa
I know that you can buy a big ‘ol jar of generic red salsa for a buck-fifty at the grocery store, but sometimes you want a little more. This Fire Roasted Salsa will no doubt leave you wanting more… and more… and more.
Some people call this fiesta guacamole and it is super yummy. Fresh tomatoes, onion and garlic combine with loaded guacamole for a great snack.
Loaded Guacamole
You know that guacamole, in any setting, is my love language. But loaded guacamole…is next level incredible. Creamy smashed avocados with bacon, sun dried tomatoes, cotija and a few extra mix ins… sign me up!
Mix up this easy salsa full of corn, red bell peppers and more. Each bite is flavor packed and delicious.
Southwest Grilled Corn Salad
Southwest Grilled Corn Salad is a fresh and healthy dish that's packed with zesty flavors and crunchy textures. Serve as a side dish, or topping for salads and tacos!
Everyone will love the combination of sweet and spicy in this delicious mango salsa recipe. Serve this for a delicious salsa option.
Fresh Mango Salsa
Fresh Mango Salsa is irresistibly sweet and spicy, super simple to make, and outrageously delicious. Plus, it’s so colorful that it almost looks like confetti up-close.
Black Bean Salsa is super easy to make and tastes so fresh and delicious. Serve with grilled chicken, shrimp or eat as a snack with tortilla chips. You can’t go wrong with this easy recipe.
Black Bean Corn Salsa
Next time you need a delicious dip try this easy and amazing Black Bean Salsa recipe. Your family will love the flavor of this black bean and corn dip.
You are going to love this cream cheese taco dip. The base is made easily with cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning. It is always a crowd favorite and perfect for family gatherings and game day parties.
Taco Dip Recipe
This is the best taco dip recipe. With a few ingredients you can throw together this easy taco dip recipe in minutes. Try this simple taco dip recipe today!
These mini taco cups are the perfect easy appetizer or are filling enough to serve as a meal too!
Wonton Taco Cups
Try this Easy Wonton Taco Cups Recipe! Mini taco cups are perfect to feed a crowd or just your family. Taco wonton cups recipe will be a hit! They are packed with yummy taco meat, cheese and more!
Rice, cheese, red bell peppers and more combine for one amazing casserole. This rice casserole is so yummy that you might want to make a double portion.
One Skillet Mexican Rice Casserole
One Skillet Mexican Rice Casserole is an easy option for dinner with almost zero clean up. It’s gluten-free and can easily be made vegan too!
Chicken Nachos is everything you love about easy Mexican food. Mexican shredded chicken on top of tortilla chips top with delicious melted cheese is always a crowd pleaser!
Chicken Nachos Recipe
Chicken Nachos is everything you know and love about nachos, made with juicy shredded Mexican CHICKEN! With mandatory melted cheese, quick guac and a dollop of sour cream, this nachos recipe is weekend worthy yet easy enough for dinner midweek.
You will save so much money when you make refried beans in the slow cooker. With very little effort, you will have refried beans that are so healthy and delicious.
Crockpot Refried Beans
Learn how to make refried beans by cooking them in the crockpot! It is so easy to make Crock Pot refried beans and saves a ton of money.
Skip the box mixes and make easy Spanish rice at home. Once you make this and can freeze it, there is no reason to use those box mixes for Mexican Rice.
Spanish Rice Recipe
This recipe for homemade spanish rice tastes just like the restaurants.Try this easy Spanish rice recipe. Learn how to make spanish rice.
Save time and money and make this amazing and delicious fajita crock pot recipe. Only 4 ingredients and you can have an easy appetizer to serve for the next Mexican night.
Crock pot Chicken Fajitas – only 4 ingredients!
You have to try this EASY crock pot chicken fajitas recipe. With just 4 ingredients you can have dinner ready in no time. This easy chicken fajitas taste amazing
Enjoy this meal with very little effort, hardly any clean up and everyone will enjoy this flavorful recipe. Try making mini taco salads to serve as an appetizer.
Crock Pot Taco Salad Recipe
Crock Pot Taco Salad Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. You can enjoy this meal with very little work and hardly any clean up.
This hearty soup is perfect any day of the week and has the best cilantro flavor. It is so easy because you just toss all the ingredients in the crockpot. No fuss, no mess!
Crock Pot Black Bean Cilantro Soup
Crockpot Black Bean Soup Recipe is sure to impress. Hearty ground beef, black beans and more give Crock Pot Black Bean Soup the best flavor.
If you are looking for a simple and delicious idea, try this easy fajita soup. It’s packed with flavor, low carb and sure to impress the entire family.
Crock Pot Chicken Fajita Soup
Crock Pot Chicken Fajita Soup is easy to make and tasty. The entire family will enjoy this Low Carb Crock Pot Chicken Fajita Soup recipe. It’s also budget friendly.
Jazz up traditional chili and make this easy Crockpot taco chili for an easy one pot recipe. Everyone can choose their favorite toppings for this recipe that is sure to be a hit.
Crockpot Taco Chili
Easy crock pot recipe! With a few ingredients, enjoy this crock pot taco chili recipe on a cold day. You have to try this taco chili crock pot recipe today!
Mexican Chicken is the perfect recipe to turn plain chicken into something absolutely fabulous. Lots of cheesy goodness and delicious salsa make each bite so flavorful and tasty.
Baked Mexican Chicken
This is the BEST Baked Mexican Chicken recipe. You actually use tortilla chip crumbs to coat your chicken!
Enjoy Taco Lasagna Recipe any night of the week for a meal full of cheesy and delicious layers. Lots of ground beef, salsa and more blend for an amazing Mexican style lasagna.
Taco Lasagna Recipe
Enjoy Taco Lasagna Recipe any night of the week for dinner full of cheesy and delicious layers. Lots of ground beef, salsa and more blend for a great meal.
Get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes with this Mexican shredded chicken recipe. The options are endless for salads, tacos, burritos and much more!
Mexican Shredded Chicken
Get dinner on the table in 30 minutes with Mexican shredded chicken recipe. The options are endless for salads, tacos, burritos and more!
This easy one pot meal will make dinner a breeze. If you love classic chili, your family will love this Tex Mex twist.
41. Crock Pot Mexican Lasagna Recipe
Layers of delicious cheese, refried beans, beef and more make the best dinner idea. Toss it all into your crockpot and come home to a great lasagna dinner.
Crock Pot Mexican Lasagna
Crock Pot Mexican Lasagna Recipe has layers of delicious cheese beef and more for the best dinner. Let the crockpot do all the work!
Learn how to make taco bell mexican pizza at home and skip the drive-thru. Enjoy your Taco Bell fix at home when you make this delicious pizza recipe.
Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
Enjoy your Taco Bell fix at home when you make this delicious Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe. Learn how to make taco bell mexican pizza at home for less.
Need a budget friendly soup? Try making this taco soup made in just minutes with a few ingredients. It is so easy.
Crockpot Original Taco Soup Recipe
Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe is one of my go to meals on busy weeks because it is so easy. The flavor is just amazing and the entire family goes crazy over it.
The absolute best comfort food and it is so simple to make in the slow cooker. This tortilla soup can feed a crowd and it is so easy on the budget while tasting incredible.
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe is the absolute best comfort food and it is so simple to make in the slow cooker. This recipe can feed a crowd and it is so easy on the budget while tasting incredible.
Try this taco soup when when you need a delicious dinner fast. Simply toss all the ingredients in the slow cooker and dinner will be waiting to impress the family.
Easy Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup
Try Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup when you need a tasty dinner fast. Simply toss all the ingredients in the slow cooker and Taco Chicken Soup will be ready!
This Easy Salsa Chicken Skillet Recipe is the best low carb recipe! The salsa and cheese make such a yummy Skillet Chicken Recipe for your keto diet. Salsa Chicken Keto Recipe is so easy!
Delicious layers of cheese, ground beef, tortillas and more. This Mexican casserole is perfect for dinner any night of the week and loaded with tons of flavor.
Easy Mexican Casserole Recipe
Easy Mexican Casserole Recipe has the most delicious layers of cheese, ground beef, tortillas and more. This casserole is perfect any day of the week.
Try this easy dinner idea that is also freezer friendly. It is a great casserole recipe to stretch your meat and easy on the budget.
Taco Rice Casserole
Looking for a freezer friendly recipe? You are going to love this easy taco casserole recipe! It is a simple casserole recipe that is packed with flavor.
Learn how to make restaurant style fajitas at home for less. Everyone will enjoy the tender beef, veggies and toppings.
Crock pot Steak Fajitas
Enjoy Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas Recipe with very little work thanks to this easy recipe. You just need 5 ingredients for the best crockpot steak fajitas.
We have the easiest enchilada recipe packed with chicken, cheese and an amazing sour cream sauce. They get even better the next day and freeze great.
Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
We have the easiest Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas Recipe packed with chicken, cheese and an amazing sour cream sauce. These are the best Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas and they get even better the next day and freeze great.
Delicious layers of cheese, ground beef, tortillas and more. This casserole is perfect for dinner any night of the week and loaded with tons of flavor.
Easy Mexican Casserole Recipe
Easy Mexican Casserole Recipe has the most delicious layers of cheese, ground beef, tortillas and more. This casserole is perfect any day of the week.
Spice things up with this green chili. The ingredient list is minimal and the recipe can be tossed together with little effort.
Crock pot Green Chili Stew Recipe
Crock Pot Green Chili Stew Recipe has so much flavor and the salsa verde really takes the stew to the next level. Give this green chile stew recipe a try.
This easy marinade is perfect for the grill, crockpot, or the oven. It is perfect for Taco Tuesday or just because! Your family will be asking for grilled Mexican chicken over and over again!
Chicken Taco Marinade
This easy Taco Chicken Marinade is perfect for the grill, crock pot, or the oven. We made it on chicken but really this marinade is perfect for pork too!
Try this Tex-Mex version of a quesadilla when you make this easy chicken fajita quesadillas recipe. The cheese is ooey and gooey and delicious!
Chicken Fajita Quesadillas
Everything you love about fajitas is packed into these Chicken Fajita Quesadillas. Each bite is loaded with sautéed chicken and veggies and topped with cheese.
Enjoy this super easy skillet meal that is packed with lots of southwestern flavor. Enjoy this meal alone or with rice for a meal the entire family will love in only 20 minutes.
Tex Mex Chicken Skillet
Tex Mex Chicken Skillet Recipe is so easy to make and has tons of southwestern flavor. Enjoy with rice for a quick meal in 20 minutes your family will love.
Make this Taco Bell Quesarito for a cheesy, crunchy, and delicious copycat recipe. This was one of our favorite menu items and now we can make it at home.
Taco Bell Quesarito
Make this Taco Bell Quesarito for a cheesy, crunchy, and delicious copycat recipe. This was one of our favorite menu items and now we can make it at home.
Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos is a flavorful taco recipe and made with easy ingredients. Change up Taco Tuesday with this easy taco slow cooker recipe.
Queso Chicken Tacos
Slow Cooker Queso Chicken Tacos is made with easy ingredients. Change up Taco Tuesday with this easy and flavorful taco slow cooker recipe.
This easy nacho meal combines all the flavors of nachos and a casserole without much work at all. In fact, if you are felling really lazy you can mix it all in one dish and only have one dish for clean up!
Nacho Chicken Casserole
You will love this easy nacho chicken casserole recipe. With rice, chicken, salsa and cheese this baked nacho chicken casserole will satisfy your taste buds! Try this today! We love easy chicken casserole recipes.
If you are looking for a fun and easy sandwich recipe then you have to make this Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Avocado Sandwich. The flavor will surprise you! It will be your new favorite crock pot recipe for Spring and Summer.
Mexican Chicken Sandwich
Looking for an easy dinner ideas? Then you have to make this Mexican Chicken Sandwich. This sandwich recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor too!
Make this chicken chili for under $5 whenever you need a super frugal dinner idea that is delicious. Serve with a topping bar and your family will love this easy meal idea.
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
Crockpot White Chicken Chili is a family favorite around here and so easy to prepare. You can make this meal for under $5 making this a frugal meal idea.
This Tamale pie recipes is a delicious one pot meal recipe layered with beef, enchilada sauce, corn and a delicious masa topping to give it that delicious tamale flavor!
Tamale Pie
This Mexican Tamale Pie recipe is a delicious one-pot meal made with ground beef, corn, enchilada sauce and spices, topped with a tamale inspired masa topping.
Try this one pot meal perfect for busy weeknights. This crockpot chicken recipe is loaded with lots of creamy chicken, cheese, tomatoes and more for a dinner everyone will love.
Crockpot Santa Fe Chicken
Dinner is a breeze when you make Crock Pot Santa Fe Chicken Recipe. Loaded with chicken, beans and more, this recipe is simple to make.
This taquitos recipe is so easy and requires little work because the slow cooker does all the cooking for you! The shredded chicken and cream cheese make an amazing combination.
Crock Pot Chicken Taquitos
Try this easy homemade chicken taquitos recipe. Crockpot Chicken Taquitos will be a hit. Chicken and Cheese taquitos recipe is such an easy taquito recipe.
Enjoy deep fried ice cream recipe at home with this simple recipe. The crispy outside and the creamy ice cream combine for a restaurant style treat for much less.
Easy Fried Ice Cream Recipe
Enjoy Deep Fried Ice Cream Recipe at home with this simple recipe. The crispy outside and the creamy ice cream combine for a restaurant style treat for much less.
Turn churros into a cupcake dessert. Fluffy cupcakes topped with a delicious churro topper make this such a cute dessert.
Churro Cupcakes
The churro flavor in this recipe paired with the rich buttercream frosting makes Churro Cupcakes irresistible. Enjoy everything you love about churros in this luscious cupcake recipe.
Layers of flaky pastry, creamy cheesecake and a delicious cinnamon mixture make this cheesecake recipe the best. Slice into bars and serve this at parties for an easy dessert everyone will enjoy.
Sopapilla Cheesecake Recipe
Layers of flaky pastry, creamy cheesecake and a delicious cinnamon mixture make this Sopapilla Cheesecake Recipe the best. Slice into bars and serve this at parties for an easy dessert everyone will enjoy.
Hi, I’m Carrie Barnard — a professional food blogger with over 14 years of experience helping busy families make dinner fast, easy, and affordable.
At Eating on a Dime, I share simple, budget-friendly recipes that are tested in my own kitchen and approved by my 8 kids. With millions of readers each month, I’m here to help you cook real food for real families — without the stress.
Do you have a Mexican Recipe Book ?
No, not yet but maybe in the future!
Wow! You’ve got an incredible list of Mexican food. Thanks so much for including my recipe.
Thanks so much for stopping by Christie!
Yum! These all look fantastic!!