Mexican-Inspired Recipes That’ll Spice Up Any Meal

  • <p>When you're b-o-r-e-d with plain ol' grilled chicken breasts, these delicious Mexican chicken recipes will help you enjoy chicken again. From enchiladas to fajitas to cheesy burritos, we've got all your Taco Tuesday/Cinco de Mayo/weeknight dinner needs covered. And for more Mexican-inspired recipes, check out these <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/g4568/mexican-side-dishes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mexican side dishes" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Mexican side dishes</a>.</p>
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    Mexican-Inspired Recipes That’ll Spice Up Any Meal

    When you're b-o-r-e-d with plain ol' grilled chicken breasts, these delicious Mexican chicken recipes will help you enjoy chicken again. From enchiladas to fajitas to cheesy burritos, we've got all your Taco Tuesday/Cinco de Mayo/weeknight dinner needs covered. And for more Mexican-inspired recipes, check out these Mexican side dishes.

  • <p>Make these ASAP; there are a few secret ingredients here that really taken these up a notch.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a25473302/crockpot-chicken-taco-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish." class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish. </a></p>
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    Crock Pot Chicken Tacos

    Make these ASAP; there are a few secret ingredients here that really taken these up a notch.

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  • <p>One of our favorite 30-minute meals.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46562/santa-fe-skillet-chicken-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.<br></p>
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    Santa Fe Skillet Chicken

    One of our favorite 30-minute meals.

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  • <p>This pasta is SO creamy, with just the right amount of kick.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46734/mexican-chicken-pasta-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish." class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish. </a></p>
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    Mexican Chicken Pasta

    This pasta is SO creamy, with just the right amount of kick.

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  • <p>The cheesier, the better!</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a54465/easy-chicken-quesadilla-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish." class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish.</a></p>
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    Chicken Quesadillas

    The cheesier, the better!

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  • <p><span>We'll never get tired of this flavor combo.</span></p><p><span>Get the recipe from </span><a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a48247/cilantro-lime-chicken-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a><span>.</span><br></p>
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    Cilantro-Lime Chicken

    We'll never get tired of this flavor combo.

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  • <p>100x better than a frozen burrito.<br><br>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a49705/cheesy-baked-burritos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Cheesy Chicken Burritos

    100x better than a frozen burrito.

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  • <p>Soo cheesy. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46734/mexican-chicken-pasta-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Mexican Chicken Pasta

    Soo cheesy.

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  • <p>A true classic...and the ideal busy weeknight dinner.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a19665622/easy-chicken-fajitas-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Easy Chicken Fajitas

    A true classic...and the ideal busy weeknight dinner.

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  • <p>Radishes are the most underused veg, in our opinion.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a55758/crock-pot-mexican-posole-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Chicken Posole

    Radishes are the most underused veg, in our opinion.

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  • <p>This flavorful dish is soo easy to make. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a50766/baked-salsa-verde-chicken-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Baked Salsa Verde Chicken

    This flavorful dish is soo easy to make.

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  • <p>Just another excuse to eat more avocado. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a51825/best-slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish." class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish.</a></p>
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    Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Just another excuse to eat more avocado.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

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  • <p>Honestly, prepare to be obsessed.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46602/crack-chicken-tacos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Crack Chicken Tacos

    Honestly, prepare to be obsessed.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

  • <p>We've made a lot of chicken enchilada variations, but this one just might be the crowd favorite.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22654914/enchilada-casserole-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    We've made a lot of chicken enchilada variations, but this one just might be the crowd favorite.

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  • <p>Once you try it, you'll be making this easy soup on repeat.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a45517/chicken-quinoa-black-bean-chili-verde-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Chicken, Quinoa, and Black Bean Chili Verde

    Once you try it, you'll be making this easy soup on repeat.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

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  • <p>The easiest way to make tacos for a crowd.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a50265/cheesy-baked-tacos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Cheesy Chicken Tacos

    The easiest way to make tacos for a crowd.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

  • <p>Shredded chicken wrapped in a cheesy roll-up = a keto dream come true.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a21098239/keto-taquitos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Keto Taquitos

    Shredded chicken wrapped in a cheesy roll-up = a keto dream come true.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

  • <p>Buy ingredients for your margs and your main course in one fell swoop.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46597/tequila-lime-chicken-tacos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Tequila-Lime Chicken Tacos

    Buy ingredients for your margs and your main course in one fell swoop.

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  • <p>Prep it before work and come home to the best-smelling kitchen. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22175263/crockpot-chicken-fajitas-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
    19/24

    Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

    Prep it before work and come home to the best-smelling kitchen.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

  • <p>The perfect party starter.<br><br>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a44668/slow-cooker-chicken-enchilada-dip-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
    20/24

    Slow-Cooker Chicken Enchilada Dip

    The perfect party starter.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

  • <p>Good news: You can prep this in 10 minutes flat.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22552689/enchilada-chicken-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Enchilada Chicken Bake

    Good news: You can prep this in 10 minutes flat.

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  • <p>Cheese inside <em>and </em>on top. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46529/slow-cooker-chicken-quesadillas-with-pico-de-gallo-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas

    Cheese inside and on top.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

  • <p>The coziest rainy day meal.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a56797/crock-pot-chicken-enchilada-soup-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Crock-Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup

    The coziest rainy day meal.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

  • <p>The sandwich version of your fave Mexican dish.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a25846185/chicken-enchilada-sliders-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
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    Chicken Enchilada Sliders

    The sandwich version of your fave Mexican dish.

    Get the recipe from Delish.

<p>When you're b-o-r-e-d with plain ol' grilled chicken breasts, these delicious Mexican chicken recipes will help you enjoy chicken again. From enchiladas to fajitas to cheesy burritos, we've got all your Taco Tuesday/Cinco de Mayo/weeknight dinner needs covered. And for more Mexican-inspired recipes, check out these <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/g4568/mexican-side-dishes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mexican side dishes" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Mexican side dishes</a>.</p>
<p>Make these ASAP; there are a few secret ingredients here that really taken these up a notch.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a25473302/crockpot-chicken-taco-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish." class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish. </a></p>
<p>One of our favorite 30-minute meals.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46562/santa-fe-skillet-chicken-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.<br></p>
<p>This pasta is SO creamy, with just the right amount of kick.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46734/mexican-chicken-pasta-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish." class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish. </a></p>
<p>The cheesier, the better!</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a54465/easy-chicken-quesadilla-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish." class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish.</a></p>
<p><span>We'll never get tired of this flavor combo.</span></p><p><span>Get the recipe from </span><a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a48247/cilantro-lime-chicken-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a><span>.</span><br></p>
<p>100x better than a frozen burrito.<br><br>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a49705/cheesy-baked-burritos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Soo cheesy. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46734/mexican-chicken-pasta-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>A true classic...and the ideal busy weeknight dinner.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a19665622/easy-chicken-fajitas-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Radishes are the most underused veg, in our opinion.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a55758/crock-pot-mexican-posole-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>This flavorful dish is soo easy to make. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a50766/baked-salsa-verde-chicken-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Just another excuse to eat more avocado. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a51825/best-slow-cooker-chicken-tortilla-soup-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish." class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish.</a></p>
<p>Honestly, prepare to be obsessed.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46602/crack-chicken-tacos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>We've made a lot of chicken enchilada variations, but this one just might be the crowd favorite.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22654914/enchilada-casserole-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Once you try it, you'll be making this easy soup on repeat.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a45517/chicken-quinoa-black-bean-chili-verde-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>The easiest way to make tacos for a crowd.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a50265/cheesy-baked-tacos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Shredded chicken wrapped in a cheesy roll-up = a keto dream come true.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a21098239/keto-taquitos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Buy ingredients for your margs and your main course in one fell swoop.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46597/tequila-lime-chicken-tacos-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Prep it before work and come home to the best-smelling kitchen. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22175263/crockpot-chicken-fajitas-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>The perfect party starter.<br><br>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a44668/slow-cooker-chicken-enchilada-dip-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Good news: You can prep this in 10 minutes flat.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22552689/enchilada-chicken-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>Cheese inside <em>and </em>on top. </p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46529/slow-cooker-chicken-quesadillas-with-pico-de-gallo-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>The coziest rainy day meal.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a56797/crock-pot-chicken-enchilada-soup-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>
<p>The sandwich version of your fave Mexican dish.</p><p>Get the recipe from <a href="https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a25846185/chicken-enchilada-sliders-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Delish" class="link rapid-noclick-resp">Delish</a>.</p>

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