53 Mexican-Inspired Recipes Full of Big, Bold Flavor

From Taco Tuesdays to the next party for that big game, these 53 Mexican-inspired recipes give you plenty of options for serving up big, bold flavors. From tacos to dips and more, you'll find delicious, flavorful dishes everyone will love. Try crock pot shredded chicken tacos, queso dip, beef and rice taco skillet, and more.

Easy Cream Cheese Mexican Corn Dip Recipe

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Homemade Easy Cream Cheese Hot Mexican Corn Dip Recipe is spicy and filled with jalapenos, black beans, served with chips, Fritos and more!
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Instant Pot Queso

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Instant Pot Queso is sure to be your new favorite way to make chili con queso for parties. Cheese lovers know that a good queso dip can turn any gathering into a truly special event.
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Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Tacos

Close-up of three soft tacos filled with shredded chicken, bell peppers, cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeño slices, and sour cream—perfect for quick weeknight dinners full of vibrant Mexican flavors. — Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Tacos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Learn how to make the easiest Crockpot pulled chicken tacos that need just minutes of hands-on kitchen time to put together. Saucy, savory, and oh-so delicious.
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Salsa Pesto

A bowl of fresh guacamole garnished with cilantro, onions, and tomatoes, served with tortilla chips—one of the 28 dips offered. — Salsa Pesto. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Salsa Pesto is a tasty and fresh fusion recipe that combines tomato salsa and basil pesto to create a brand-new condiment. It is tart, light, and bursting with amazing garlic flavor.
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Quick And Easy Walking Taco Bake (Taco Casserole)

Closeup of a bowl of Walking Taco Bake. — Quick And Easy Walking Taco Bake (Taco Casserole). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This walking taco bake recipe with Fritos is an easy walking taco casserole full of Fritos, ground beef, Mexican seasonings, cheese, and more
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Spaghetti Verde Pasta

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This spaghetti verde pasta is loaded with the delicious flavors of salsa verde and served with spaghetti noodles.
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Pollo Fundido

A close-up of a fork lifting a bite of creamy Mexican chicken pot pie, showing layers of flaky crust and rich, savory filling. — Pollo Fundido. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This pollo fundido recipe is loaded with delicious shredded chicken and topped with a delicious cheese sauce. It's perfect for Tacot Tuesday!
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Mexican Chicken Spaghetti

Closeup of spaghetti in bowl. — Mexican Chicken Spaghetti. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Mexican chicken spaghetti is loaded with tender, white meat chicken, spaghetti, cheese, and of course, a ton of Mexican flavor.
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Pollo Con Papas

Pollo con Papas is chicken and potatoes cooked in a flavorful and spicy sauce. This comforting dish makes for a great family dinner.
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Simple Mexican Chicken Casserole With Doritos

A close-up of a baked casserole filled with layers of melted cheese, diced tomatoes, corn chips, and chopped onions, garnished with fresh parsley—one of those must-have recipes for every occasion. — Simple Mexican Chicken Casserole With Doritos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Mexican chicken casserole with Doritos is always a hit. A simple tortilla casserole, it's a new twist on classic fiesta chicken casserole
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Air Fryer Taco Bell Taquitos

Close-up of a hand holding a partially bitten cheesy roll up, showing the filling inside. — Air Fryer Taco Bell Taquitos. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Cook up copycat Taco Bell taquitos in the air fryer for a tasty, crunchy, and easy snack. Made with only four ingredients in about 15 minutes.
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Mexican Tacos With Pork Carnitas (Slow Cooker)

Two carnitas on top of each other. — Mexican Tacos With Pork Carnitas (Slow Cooker). Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas makes the best Mexican tacos. The meat is so tasty and versatile to use to create meals such as tacos or burritos.
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Mexican Corn Casserole With Cheese

A serving of creamy corn casserole garnished with green onions and parsley on a white plate, perfect as one of your favorite vegetable sides. — Mexican Corn Casserole With Cheese. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Mexican Corn Casserole recipe has all the bright flavors of Mexican street corn, right off the cob! It is easy-to-make and incredibly delicious.
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Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas

A plate of enchiladas topped with melted cheese and red sauce, served with carrot and celery sticks, garnished with chopped green onions and pieces of rotisserie chicken. — Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas. Photo Credit: Kitchen DIvas.

These buffalo chicken enchiladas are filled with flavorful filling and topped off with a creamy ranch and buffalo sauce. Easy dinner idea!
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Chili Relleno Soup

Close-up of a wooden spoon serving a creamy white soup with vegetables, herbs, and a touch of Mexican Inspired flair from a pot. — Chili Relleno Soup. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Chili relleno soup is a rich, creamy soup loaded with the flavor and kick of poblano peppers, cheese, and classic Mexican spices.
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Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Casserole

A spoonful of casserole being lifted from a slow cooker. — Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Casserole. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Mexican street corn casserole is so good and so easy. This slow cooker corn casserole, also called elote corn casserole, is the perfect side.
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Chorizo Sausage Stuffed Peppers

Chorizo Sausage Stuffed Pepper on a white plate. — Chorizo Sausage Stuffed Peppers. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Chorizo Sausage Stuffed Peppers are packed full of delicious Mexican flavors! With spicy chorizo, veggies, and cooked rice, it makes a perfectly balanced meal.
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Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme Ring

This Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme ring is loaded with all the flavors we love in the Taco Bell classic, and it's so easy to make!
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Pork And Bean Burritos

A close-up of a burrito cut in half, showcasing a filling of beans, meat, and sauce, with cheese on the exterior – perfect for fun meals for children. — Pork And Bean Burritos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Pork and Bean Burritos or Mexican Pork Wraps are fast or slow cooked, with ground pork, pork chops or leftovers, freeze great, and an easy dinner or snack!
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Frito Pie Casserole

A spoon l[ifting a portion from the casserole dish. — Frito Pie Casserole. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Frito Pie Casserole is a dream! The beans and corn add some chewy bites while the Fritos are perfectly crispy and mix well with the melty cheese.
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Pollo En Crema Chipotle

Pollo en crema chipotle is a rich, creamy, and spicy dish that's perfect for everyone. This chipotle cream chicken makes a great dinner.
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Cheesy Mexican Hash Brown Casserole

A plate of cheesy comfort foods: hash brown casserole topped with tomato sauce and chopped green onions, served on a light blue tablecloth. — Cheesy Mexican Hash Brown Casserole. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Easy Cheesy Mexican Hash Brown Casserole uses potatoes or frozen hash browns, in oven, slow cooker or grill, breakfast, dinner with hamburger, ham and more!
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Best Easy Cheesy Baked Empanadas

An empanada being dunked into salsa. — Best Easy Cheesy Baked Empanadas. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Best Easy Cheesy Baked Empanadas uses the best empanada filling recipe, with beef, chicken or pork, a delicious appetizer, snack or meal!
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Smoked Pork Tacos

Three tacos filled with smoked shredded meat, diced tomatoes, red cabbage, and cilantro in crispy yellow corn shells. — Smoked Pork Tacos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This smoked pork tacos recipe is easy to make and so good. Smoke a pork butt or pork shoulder, shred it, and top pulled pork with your favorite taco toppings.
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Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

A serving of creamy chicken enchiladas topped with melted cheese and garnished with cilantro on a gray plate with a fork beside it is a must-have for every occasion. Perfect for fans of Chicken Breast Recipes, this dish promises to delight your taste buds. — Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Sour cream chicken enchiladas are loaded with chicken, cheese, and great Mexican flavors. It's an easy sour cream chicken enchilada casserole recipe that everyone loves.
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Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch Copycat

A plate of crunchy tacos filled with ground beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and topped with cheddar cheese is one of the best cheesy comfort foods. — Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch Copycat. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This copycat Taco Bell cheesy gordita crunch recipe has all the delicious flavors of the original, but it's even better!
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The Ultimate Guacamole

A white bowl filled with mouthwatering guacamole topped with a single tortilla chip. In the background are tomatoes and a bowl of additional tortilla chips, perfect for those looking to spice up your life with delicious Mexican recipes. — The Ultimate Guacamole. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Our recipe for The Ultimate Guacamole is a big hit around here. We serve it regularly as a snack or appetizer. Avocado, tomato, lime, cilantro and more!
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Taco Bell Copycat Chicken Chalupa Supreme

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This Copycat Taco Bell Chicken Chalupa Supreme is even better than the original. This chicken chalupa recipe is so authentic and so good!
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Copycat Taco Bell Diablo Sauce

This copycat Taco Bell diablo sauce is just as full of flavor and just as hot as the original. This diablo sauce packs a punch!
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Pickled Habanero Peppers

If you're a fan of bold, spicy flavors, pickled habanero peppers might just become your new go-to condiment. These vibrant peppers pack a punch of heat you can add to recipes or enjoy them on their own as a fiery snack.
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Taco Bar Menu

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Taco bar menu has the best hard shell taco recipe and a COMPLETE checklist with free ebook full of ingredients and ideas for home, a taco party or wedding.
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Jalapeno Popper Breakfast Casserole

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This jalapeno popper breakfast casserole is a breakfast mash-up with unique flavors that are creamy, spicy, and smoky.
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Taco Bell Avocado Ranch Copycat

A small bowl of creamy avocado sauce with a wooden spoon, placed on a wooden table next to a whole avocado, perfect as an appetizer dip. — Taco Bell Avocado Ranch Copycat. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Copycat Taco Bell avocado ranch sauce is full of all the flavors we love about the original, but it's even better! It's also easy to make.
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Slow Cooker Beef Tacos

Two tacos on a plate with sour cream, cheese and tomatoes. — Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Tacos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Take your taco Tuesdays up a notch with these hearty slow-cooker beef tacos. They're super savory, easy to make, and perfect for the whole family to enjoy!
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Copycat Taco Bell Verde Sauce

Hand holding a wooden spoon filled with green chili sauce over a bowl, with jalapenos and lime slices in the background, ready to satisfy the palate. — Copycat Taco Bell Verde Sauce. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This copycat Taco Bell verde sauce is loaded with the flavors we love in the original. This Taco Bell salsa verde is so easy and so good!
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Air Fryer Shredded Chicken Tacos

A plate with two open-faced tacos filled with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and chicken, accompanied by lime wedges. — Air Fryer Shredded Chicken Tacos. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Air fryer chicken tacos are the perfect easy weeknight dinner. Learn how to make fast shredded chicken to make the best air fryer tacos.
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Copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Roll Ups

Close-up of golden-brown, crispy rolled tacos filled with melted cheese on a plate, garnished with salsa, resembling Taco Bell Cheesy Roll Ups. — Copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Roll Ups. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These copycat Taco Bell cheesy roll ups are even better than the original. They're completely homemade but still so easy to prepare!
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Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe And Tips

A close-up of a bowl of soup topped with tortilla strips, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, corn, black beans, and diced red bell peppers. A spoon is scooping into the delicious lunch. — Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This creamy chicken tortilla soup with cream cheese is a savory meal with rich flavors and a satisfying texture. This one-pot wonder is an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or a comforting weekend treat.
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Homemade Queso Dip

A skillet of creamy queso dip topped with cilantro and jalapeños, surrounded by tortilla chips and fresh tomatoes, perfect for party snacks. — Homemade Queso Dip. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

How to Make Queso Dip recipe creates an easy, homemade, creamy, restaurant quality cheese dip or Mexican appetizer, with or without velveeta.
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Beef Taco Skillet Recipe With Rice

A spoon lifting a cheesy, tomato and ground beef casserole serving, emphasizing its gooey texture and colorful ingredients in this cooking beef recipe. — Beef Taco Skillet Recipe With Rice. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy taco skillet with rice, ground beef, and plenty of Tex-Mex flavors cooks up one pan for an easy dinner that's spiced just right! It's a kid-friendly weeknight meal that goes together in a flash!
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Churro Cookies (Crumbl Copycat)

Close-up of a cinnamon swirl cookie on a plate with other cookies in the background, showing detailed texture and sugar sprinkles from easy cookie recipes. — Churro Cookies (Crumbl Copycat). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

These copycat Crumbl churro cookies are the best churro cookie recipe you'll ever make. Sweet, frosted, and even better than the original!
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Taco Breakfast Burrito Recipe

A breakfast wrap with scrambled eggs, sliced vegetables, and guacamole on a tortilla, viewed from above. — Taco Breakfast Burrito Recipe. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This taco breakfast burrito recipe with scrambled eggs, beans, and burrito toppings is the perfect way to jazz up your breakfast or brunch!!
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Easy Homemade Churros Recipe

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Wrapped in a blanket of cinnamon and sugar, then dipped in chocolate sauce or caramel, this is the best easy homemade churros recipe you'll ever make.
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Air Fryer Churro Bites

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Get ready to fall in love with the taste of these Air Fryer Churro Bites. The perfect bite-sized dessert with that cinnamon-sugar flavor!
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Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Chili

A white bowl of Chicken Enchilada Chili. — Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Chili. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Chili recipe has all the wonderful flavors and ingredients in enchiladas but is an easy-to-make slow cooker chili.
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Cinnamon Hot Chocolate

A cup of hot chocolate with whipped cream. — Cinnamon Hot Chocolate. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This winter, take your taste buds on a ride with a cup of Cinnamon Hot Chocolate. It packs in the deep, delicious flavor of chocolate, beautifully cut through with some earthy cinnamon undertones.
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Fried Ice Cream Cake

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Fried Ice Cream Cake - Cinco de Mayo and more is the perfect dessert for summer. Try this homemade ice cream cake recipe for yourself. You'll love it.
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Spicy Chicken Wrap With Salsa

Close-up of a chicken burrito topped with sour cream and cilantro, showing the filling of shredded chicken and cheese. — Spicy Chicken Wrap With Salsa. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This spicy chicken wrap with salsa is not just easy for lunch, they're downright delicious! Only takes five ingredients and 15 minutes!
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Copycat Air Fried Taco Bell Nacho Fries

A close-up of seasoned fries with a bowl of yellow dipping sauce. — Copycat Air Fried Taco Bell Nacho Fries. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

These copycat Taco Bell nacho fries are loaded with delicious spices and feature creamy nacho cheese sauce. They're better than the original
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Easy Taco Egg Rolls

Closeup of the inside of a Taco Egg Roll. — Easy Taco Egg Rolls. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Cheesy Taco Egg Rolls are full of ground beef or pork, onions, peppers, salsa, refried beans and of course cheese! Every bite is perfection!
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The Best Breakfast Taquitos

A breakfast wrap cut in half, showing egg and vegetable filling, served alongside scrambled eggs and sausage on a white plate. — The Best Breakfast Taquitos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

The Best Breakfast Taquitos are filled with meat, cheese, and your favorite vegetables. The easiest morning snack ever.
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Smoked Guacamole

A hand holding a yellow corn chip dipped in guacamole surrounded by assorted colored tortilla chips round up. — Smoked Guacamole. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy smoked guacamole recipe is perfect to serve up as a fun and flavorful dip for parties or for dinner on all your Mexican favorites.
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Easy Slow Cooker Taco Chicken And Rice

A spoonful of taco chicken and rice. — Easy Slow Cooker Taco Chicken And Rice. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy slow cooker taco chicken and rice is big on flavor but not on work. It's an easy, hearty dish everyone will love.
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