Mexican food… The cuisine that most of us can dig in to with gutso any day… any time … all the time. I mean, can we really get tired of all those fresh, zingy, zesty flavors in perfectly seasoned meals? I say that’s doubtful.
No wonder Mexican food is one of the most popular ethnic cuisines here in the United States, and all over. The world simply can’t get enough of stuffing their mouths with unlimited tacos and burritos and their addictive nachos.
We decided to compile this list of Mexican Chicken Recipes that will give you plenty of great dishes for you to cook in your own kitchen. There are very authentic Mexican Chicken Recipes like Pollo Asado, chicken tacos and nachos.. Enjoy..
You’ll find restaurant favorites, as well as some unique regional recipes, and even some fun fusion dishes.
Cook your way through all of these great Mexican chicken dishes, you’re sure to find some new favorites!
Mexican Chicken Recipes:
1. Pollo Asado
This Pollo Asado recipe is a must try. Chicken is marinated in a blend of citrus juices and plenty of great Latin flavors, giving you tender, juicy, delicious results.
It can be cooked on the grill, roasted, or pan seared. Whatever cooking method you choose, you’re in for a treat.
2. Grilled Chicken Street Tacos
Authentic, tasty Mexican flavors in tacos are extremely easy to create in your home. Just the way you would get in any Mexican street tacos.
All you are doing is marinating the chicken in some staple Mexican marinade for a few hours. Then grill the chicken and load it in between the tacos along with whatever toppings your heart desires.
Easy on any weeknight or perfect to please your family or friends at your next get together.
Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
3. Pulled Chicken Burrito
Do you want to make restaurant worthy burritos in your home? Then these chicken burritos are for you. They’re made with flavorful pulled chicken, salsa, sautéed peppers, pinto beans and guacamole.
You can make these burritos with any precooked shredded chicken for an easy and quick meal that entire family will enjoy.
Get the Recipe @ thegilronbloor
4. Chicken Mole
Mole is a very unique Mexican sauce that’s smoky and spicy, with a hint of chocolate.
It goes perfectly with chicken in this Authentic Mexican recipe.
Get the Recipe @ feastingathome
5. Chicken Quesadillas
Everybody’s favorite Quesadilla gets more tasty and flavorful, with the help of fajita style chicken and pepper filling along with loads of cheese.
Bite into gooey melted cheese smeared all over delicious chicken. Mexican comfort food at its best.
Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
6. Margarita Grilled Chicken
Want to jazz up the regular chicken dinner? Try this delicious Margarita Grilled Chicken. It’s easy and has tons of flavors coming from cheese, corn, black beans and salsa atop chicken.
All you need is some Mexican rice or any regular rice and avocado to go with this delicious chicken meal.
Get the Recipe @ thegirlonbloor
7. Chicken Chimichangas
Cook this restaurant favorite, Chimichangas, in your very own kitchen. We promise, they will turn up better than any Mexican restaurant.
Crispy fried tortillas are stuffed with shredded chicken with all the Mexican seasonings with tons of cheese. Every bite is simply YUMMM…
Get the Recipe @ lemontreedwelling
8. Cilantro Lime Chicken
This Cilantro Lime Chicken hits all the flavor combos of Mexican cuisine. It’s juicy inside with a perfect golden crispy outside.
Simple ingredients like garlic, cilantro and lime along with a few staples from your pantry can make awesome chicken for all your weeknight quick fixes.
9. Instant Pot Chicken Tinga
Chicken Tinga is flavor-packed Mexican meal that makes for fun taco nights!
The meat is tender, juicy and loaded with taste!
10. Chicken Enchiladas
These chicken enchiladas are going to become a household favorite! The recipe is easy to make, super customizable, and made with a homemade enchilada sauce.
It’s sure to be a crowd pleaser, and it works great for meal prep and freezing.
Get the Recipe @ gimmesomeoven
11. Chicken Tinga Tacos
Chicken Tinga… Spicy, saucy, simple, and so fresh. These Chicken Tinga Tacos are made with smoky chipotle chicken, served on warm corn tortillas, and loaded up with your favorite fresh toppings.
So flavorful and ready to go in just 20 minutes! This taco recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
12. Chicken Tortilla Soup
If you love Mexican flavors and easy recipes, you’re sure to love this Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe!
This healthy soup is made with vegetables and chicken, with lots of your favorite toppings. It’s a delicious and simple comfort food!
Get the Recipe @ ketocookingwins
13. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
If you’re looking for an easy dish to add to your list of household meals, these sheet pan chicken fajitas make a great choice.
They’re brimming with traditional Mexican flavors, and they’re easy to make, and more importantly, easy to clean up!
Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
14. Mexican Chicken and Rice Salad
This Mexican Chicken and Rice Salad is an absolutely stunning salad. It is packed with chicken, corn, black beans, peppers, tomatoes, green onions, cilantro and rice, which make this salad a wholesome meal.
It’s a perfect weeknight dinner!
15. Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This easy recipe for chicken enchilada casserole is layers of tortillas, shredded chicken, enchilada sauce and cheese, all baked together to golden brown perfection.
A quick and simple meal that the whole family will love!
Get the Recipe @ dinneratthezoo
16. Easy Baked Salsa Chicken
Your weeknight cooking can’t get easier than this baked salsa chicken. All you need is some chicken, some salsa and some cheese…
Voila, one super tasty chicken meal!
17. Keto Chicken Enchiladas
Use keto tortillas and make that favorite casserole of your favorite Chicken Enchiladas. No one will ever know the difference. Same good old classic Mexican flavors.
Get the Recipe @ mamabearscookbook
18. Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings
The fresh cilantro combined with the red pepper flakes and lime is what makes this cilantro lime chicken wing sauce finger licking awesome.
Grilling the wings makes them extra crispy, and who doesn’t like a little bit of char? This recipe is easy peasy, literally taking 5 minutes to prep!
Get the Recipe @ alliannaskitchen
19. Crockpot Chicken Tacos
Another wonderfully easy family meal is this recipe for crockpot chicken tacos.
It uses only a handful of ingredients that you probably already have around the house, so you won’t have to make any last minute trips to the grocery store.
Get the Recipe @ spendwithpennies
20. Mole Chicken Tacos
Do you know that famous Mexican Mole sauce? Its nutty, delicious, chocolatey, savory and sweet.
You can toss mole sauce with tacos, burritos, enchiladas or nachos. Try it with these chicken tacos and you are in for some amazing new flavors.
Get the Recipe @ gimmesomeoven
21. Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos
Chicken Nachos are absolutely perfect for feeding a crowd on game day, or any other occasion. This easy and quick sheet pan recipe is loaded with all your favorite nacho toppings and cheese. Just put all together in the oven and you are good to go.
They’re one of our Mexican chicken recipes!
22. Mango Salsa Chicken Breast
If you’ve never tried mango salsa chicken – you need to fix that mistake! It’s easy, healthy, and flavorful, and it uses only a few simple ingredients.
It tastes great, and since it’s pretty simple, it’s going to become a go-to for your busy nights.
Get the Recipe @ lecremedelacrumb
23. Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole
This Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is super good! It’s is mega creamy and cheesy, and and a tad bit spicy.
Ready in about 35 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner contender.
Get the Recipe @ easychickenrecipes
24. Chicken Tostadas
You can whip up might good tostadas with just a few canned ingredients.
They take only 15 minutes to prepare and a quick and easy lunch of dinner is ready in zippy.
Get the Recipe @ beautifuleatsandthings
25. Chicken Enchilada Skillet
You’re going to love this 20 minute Chicken Enchilada Skillet. It’s one of the easiest meals you will ever cook, and it makes a hearty and satisfying dinner.
Get the Recipe @ crazyforcrust
26. Chicken Nacho Casserole
Nacho casserole? You bet! The recipe is going to become a family favorite, and it’s easy to make.
Give this awesome recipe a try the next time you crave Mexican flavors.
Get the Recipe @ thecookierookie
27. Taco Flatbread Pizza
You have to try this terrific taco flatbread pizza. It claims to be the best flatbread pizza ever- and it just might be!
The delicious flatbread is covered with spiced tomato bean sauce, chipotle ranch chicken, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings.
Get the Recipe @ carlsbadcravings
28. Chicken Tortilla Casserole
This Chicken Tortilla Casserole is going to become your new family favorite. Featuring layers of tortillas and other great ingredients, it’s kind of like a Mexican lasagna!
Get the Recipe @ homemadeinterest
29. Chicken and Avocado Burritos
Burrito lovers, these Chicken and Avocado Burritos are just for you! This spectacular recipe is so flavorful and easy to make that it’s hard to believe.
You will love the ranch dressing that will uplift this dish majorly, and in just 30 minutes you will have super delicious burritos ready to devour.
Get the Recipe @ damndelicious
30. Rotisserie Chicken Tacos
Another easy recipe on our list are these rotisserie chicken tacos! The great thing about tacos is that there’s so many different kinds of them, and these rotisserie chicken tacos are delicious, easy to make, and a great way to feed a crowd!
31. Crockpot Nacho Chicken Dip
If you want an easy crowd pleaser for your next pot luck or Game Day, this Crock Pot Nacho Chicken Dip is the answer!
Just dump four simple ingredients in your slow cooker and let it do it’s magic!
Get the Recipe @ recipesthatcrock
32. Baked Chicken Tacos
This is a hard taco shell recipe where flat bottomed taco shells are loaded with seasoned cooked and shredded chicken, cheese and salsa. The perfect easy dinner for a busy day!
These baked chicken tacos are an easy dinner that the family is sure to love, with minimal effort on your part. This is the best way to make tacos for a crowd too. Think how easy it is to make your next party entrée.
Get the Recipe @ therecipecritic
33. Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl
This Grilled Chicken Burrito Bowl is bursting with flavors and delicious ingredients!
When you really crave Mexican flair in your meal, then make this super easy and dazzling grilled burrito bowl.
Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
34. Mexican Street Corn Black Bean Chicken Bake
This Mexican street corn black bean chicken bake only has a little alliteration, but it’s got tons of flavor! The chicken breasts are covered with chili powder, corn kernels, black beans, and cotija cheese.
After twenty-five minutes in the oven, you’ll get a delicious dish your family will love.
35. Chicken Fajita Pasta
Give your pasta night a Mexican twist with this delicious chicken fajita pasta.
It’s a one pot meal the whole family will love!
So there you go, thirty great Mexican chicken recipes. The only question now is, which to try first?
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35 BEST Mexican Chicken Recipes
This collection of Mexican Chicken Recipes is perfect for Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo, or any time the craving hits!
Ingredients
- chicken
- spices
- veggies
- rice
- beans
- tortillas
Instructions
- pick a recipe that looks tasty.
- gather your ingredients.
- cook your new favorite Mexican Chicken Recipe.
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