29 Easy Mexican Inspired Recipes for Delicious Dinners and Beyond
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
MEXICAN
EASY
There’s good reason why Mexican food is one of the most popular cuisines around—it’s delicious, flavorful, and best of all, easy to make! Our collection of 29 easy Mexican inspired recipes will help you whip up dinner, lunch, and even a few breakfasts in a flash.
Start with quick and easy dishes like taco skillet, enchiladas, and quesadillas. For something for easy clean up, try one pot and sheet pan meals. And of course, no Mexican feast would be complete without sides like street corn, and beans and rice.
Get ready for a fiesta of flavors
Delightful Mom Food
Vegetarian Fajita Burrito Bowl
Vegetarian burrito bowl ready with zesty Mexican flavors in less than 30 minutes! It is the ultimate gluten-free healthy fajita burrito bowl layered with sautéed peppers and onions over warm rice and beans!
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205
30 min
TOTAL TIME
887
CALORIES
$2.38
PER SERVING
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Kristine's Kitchen
Meal Prep Taco Salad Lunch Bowls
Meal Prep Taco Salad Lunch Bowls that you can make ahead! These easy taco salads are filled with taco beef, lettuce, cheese, black beans, corn and salsa!
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57,550
158
25 min
TOTAL TIME
781
CALORIES
$3.27
PER SERVING
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Soulfully Made
Taco Spaghetti Bake
Baked spaghetti pasta, taco flavored ground beef, a diced tomato and chili sauce and gooey layers of Mexican cheese brought together to create this delicious family pleasing TACO SPAGHETTI BAKE. All the flavors of a taco baked into a pasta casserole dish!
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2,838
537
30 min
TOTAL TIME
445
CALORIES
$1.48
PER SERVING
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The Salty Marshmallow
One Pot Mexican Rice Casserole
This One Pot Mexican Rice Casserole is a super flavorful, quick and easy ground beef recipe! Your whole family will love this tasty casserole full of beef, rice, corn, and tons of taco flavor!
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117.5k
863.0
30 min
TOTAL TIME
465
CALORIES
$1.51
PER SERVING
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No. 2 Pencil
Instant Pot Ground Beef Taco Meat from Frozen
Enjoy restaurant-style tacos from the comfort of your own home with this easy Instant Pot recipe for ground beef taco meat--no thawing necessary!
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12,003
15
25 min
TOTAL TIME
173
CALORIES
$1.53
PER SERVING
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Iowa Girl Eats
Southwestern Chicken & Rice Skillet
Southwestern Chicken & Rice Skillet is a filling, low-fat supper filled with taco-spiced chicken, corn, back beans, salsa, chicken broth, and rice.
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25
10
517
CALORIES
$1.35
PER SERVING
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Little Dairy On The Prairie
Pork Quesadillas
This Pork and Mushroom Quesadillas recipe is on repeat at our house because it can be made in about 30 minutes, and everyone loves them! Really! What's not to love about layers of flavorful sliced pork, sauteed mushrooms, and onions, plus plenty of cheese?
7
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1546
CALORIES
$2.74
PER SERVING
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Julia's Album
Cilantro-Lime Black Bean Rice
Cilantro-Lime Black Bean Rice - easy, light, delicious, gluten free side dish.
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30 min
TOTAL TIME
585
CALORIES
$0.74
PER SERVING
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Skinnytaste
Omelet Tortilla Breakfast Wrap
This Omelet Tortilla Breakfast Wrap takes a classic omelet and cooks it with a tortilla right in the skillet. Then simply roll it up and you have an easy on-the-go breakfast.
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2,039
15 min
TOTAL TIME
323
CALORIES
$1.26
PER SERVING
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Spend with Pennies
Beef Taco Pasta Skillet
This beefy Taco Pasta Skillet combines tender ground beef, peppers, salsa, and perfectly cooked macaroni noodles with delicious taco seasoning mix to give you an easy at-home meal option this Cinco de Mayo!
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5,102
284
30 min
TOTAL TIME
484
CALORIES
$1.80
PER SERVING
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Easy Family Recipes
Green Chile Pork Chops
These Green Chile Pork Chops are the perfect easy and flavorful meal. Loaded with tender pork, tangy green chiles, the perfect amount of southwestern spices it is finished off with cheese for a flavor combo the whole family will love!
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2,034
4
30 min
TOTAL TIME
452
CALORIES
$2.44
PER SERVING
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Vegan Blueberry
Vegan Mexican Rice and Black Beans
Quick and Tasty Vegan Mexican Rice with the added protein of Black Beans. An 'Instant' meal, made in your 'Instant Pot'!!
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421
17
22 min
TOTAL TIME
753
CALORIES
$0.82
PER SERVING
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Weight Watchers
Scrambled Egg Breakfast Taco
This Mexican-inspired tostada is so fast and tasty you will never skip breakfast again. Perfect for one but easy enough for more, the crispy tortilla makes a great base for the scrambled eggs, zesty guacamole, salsa, cilantro and salty fresh queso fresco. If cilantro is soapy to you, omit it or subs...
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29
12 min
TOTAL TIME
161
CALORIES
$0.64
PER SERVING
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Sweet Peas and Saffron
Enchilada-Stuffed Grilled Portobello Mushrooms...
These enchilada stuffed grilled portobello mushrooms are an easy vegetarian dinner recipe that is ready in under 25 minutes, and won't leave you feeling hungry.
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23,568
113
21 min
TOTAL TIME
290
CALORIES
$2.12
PER SERVING
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Keto Diet
Low-Carb Chicken Fajita Lunch Bowl
Make your weekday lunch a fiesta with this delicious low-carb Chicken Fajita Lunch Bowl! Enjoy the flavors of a classic Mexican fajita dish without the guilt. This easy-to-make recipe packs lots of protein and veggies into a single bowl, making it the perfect meal for a busy day. Enjoy a flavorful a...
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356
479
CALORIES
$2.18
PER SERVING
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Inquiring Chef
Chicken Fajita Quinoa Bowls
Chicken Fajita Quinoa Bowls, are fresh, flavorful and packed with nutrition to keep you fueled throughout your day. Best of all, these can be made ahead and customized to your liking!
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1
25 min
TOTAL TIME
560
CALORIES
$2.44
PER SERVING
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It Is a Keeper
Fiesta Lime Grilled Chicken
Fiesta Lime Chicken is tender and juicy with perfect Tex-Mex flair. This marinated chicken recipes has all the flavor and perfect atop the grill.
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1,868
25 min
TOTAL TIME
363
CALORIES
$1.26
PER SERVING
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Peas and Crayons
Cheesy Jalapeño Flautas
These 4-ingredient Cheesy Jalapeño Flautas are quick, easy, and crazy delicious!
5
2,905
8
10 min
TOTAL TIME
452
CALORIES
$0.76
PER SERVING
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Feast Farm
20-minute taco pie with crescent rolls
Tired of tacos? Sick of burritos? This fun and different taco pie with crescent rolls is a way to get those Mexican flavors you love in a tender crescent roll crust.
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1,232
10
22 min
TOTAL TIME
559
CALORIES
$1.69
PER SERVING
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Dinner at the Zoo
Salmon with Avocado Salsa
Salmon with avocado salsa is a fresh, easy and nutritious dinner that's quick enough for a busy weeknight, yet elegant enough for company. It's the perfect way to incorporate more salmon into your diet!
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5,112
56
25 min
TOTAL TIME
148
CALORIES
$1.21
PER SERVING
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VV Supremo
Steak Huaraches
After school, at mealtime, or even before the game, delicious Steak Huaraches are a home-run. Golden toasted V&V Supremo Huaraches are topped with tender marinated steak, refried black beans, Cotija cheese, and sour cream for a tasty meal or sharable snack.
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964
CALORIES
$6.48
PER SERVING
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Cooking for Keeps
Easy Chorizo and Potato Soup
This Easy Chorizo and Potato Soup is quite possibly be the easiest, most flavorful soup that takes under 30 minute to prepare and only requires six ingredients.
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59
1
25 min
TOTAL TIME
370
CALORIES
$1.10
PER SERVING
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Pancake Warriors
Mango Salsa Salmon
This mango salsa salmon is a quick and easy dinner recipe! Gluten free, grain free, paleo and Whole30 approved this salmon is ready in under 10 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights!
3
12 min
TOTAL TIME
301
CALORIES
$4.55
PER SERVING
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Dad with a Pan
Cheesey Bacon and Roasted Poblano Street Corn...
This cheesy bacon and roasted poblano street corn skillet is the perfect summer dinner! It's a delicious combination of smoky bacon, creamy cheese and roasted poblano peppers. Perfect for those nights when you want something easy yet flavorful. Plus, it's a great way to get your veggies in!
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14
25 min
TOTAL TIME
697
CALORIES
$1.43
PER SERVING
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Spend with Pennies
Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets
This Chicken Foil Packet is made with a Mexican flair, combining black beans, corn and salsa! Cook on the grill, in the oven or over the campfire for a delicious flavor-packed meal.
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8.4k
30 min
TOTAL TIME
802
CALORIES
$1.83
PER SERVING
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Bon Appétit
Easy Tostadas With Chicken Tinga and Black Beans...
Shredded chicken smothered with a smoky, spicy tomato salsa, plus bacony refried beans, a crispy tostada, and a smattering of cilantro and cheese.
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11
1,090
625
CALORIES
$1.29
PER SERVING
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The Skinnyish Dish
Taco Crunchwrap
Kind of a copy cat Taco Bell crunch wrap, but with a much easier folding technique!
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7,767
397
10 min
TOTAL TIME
809
CALORIES
$1.81
PER SERVING
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No Sugar No Flour Recipes
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are an easy weeknight meal the whole family loves. All you need is this fajita seasoning mix to turn chicken and peppers into delicious fajita bowls!
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121
30 min
TOTAL TIME
269
CALORIES
$1.32
PER SERVING
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Recipe Runner
Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet...
Spice up your weeknight dinner with this quick and easy Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet. Packed with bold flavors and healthy ingredients like ground beef, sweet potatoes, and the perfect mix of spices, this skillet meal is sure to become a weeknight staple. Plus, it's ready in 30 min...
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94,650
320
30 min
TOTAL TIME
701
CALORIES
$4.37
PER SERVING
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