1Chicken Quesadillas
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: LIBERTY FENNELLWe'll be honest—you don’t really need a recipe to make a good quesadilla. That being said, if you’re looking for some guidance , then turn to this recipe. Filled with flavorful chicken, plenty of cheese and mix-ins (including avocado), this quesadilla is not only completely satisfying, but totally customizable.
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2Enchilada Casserole
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCEREveryone loves a good casserole, and this one doesn’t disappoint. It has all of the flavors of chicken enchiladas (with a few worthwhile additions), but eliminates the only tedious part of making enchiladas: all that rolling. In this recipe, you just layer all your components in a casserole dish, bake until melty and saucy, add your desired toppings, and serve!
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3Chicken Tamale Pie
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 47-Layer Dip
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis truly has everything we could ever want in a dip: refried beans, homemade guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese (😍) all topped with fresh veggies for an added crunch. You'll never buy the store-bought version again after trying this homemade dip.
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5Mexican Chicken Casserole
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREFilled with a creamy sauce, two kinds of cheese, and plenty of chicken, there’s something in this dish for everyone. While this is certainly not an authentic Mexican dish, it combines lots of flavors and ingredients that will remind you of tacos, enchiladas, and your favorite Mexican/Tex-Mex meals. Mmm.
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6Mexican Beef 'N' Rice Skillet
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7Carne Asada Fries
Emily Hlavac Green 8Beef Taquitos
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThis Mexican street food staple, a close cousin to the taco (taquito literally means lil’ taco), is made by filling a corn tortilla with seasoned meat, rolling it tightly, and frying until crispity-crunchy. To keep this cheap and to lessen the mess, we turned to ground beef for the filling and included an option for baking the taquitos instead of frying them.
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9Cheesy Baked Burrito Rice
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNEWe love a good ol’-fashioned casserole-style dinner, and this cheesy burrito rice fits the bill. We also love a burrito bar moment, but don't want extra dishes to clean. Instead, serve up this casserole dish and some tortillas, and you'll be in business. Cleanup is a breeze, and the leftovers are unbelievable.
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10Taco Spaghetti
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11Copycat Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme
ETHAN CALABRESE 12Taco Soup
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWhen you’re craving tacos but looking for something with a little more oomph and comfort, taco soup is the dinner for you. It’s hearty and filling, super-flavorful, and comes together FAST (we're talking 30 minutes fast!).
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13Tamale Pie
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONDespite its name, the cornbread-ground beef combo is nothing like the husk-wrapped masa dish it's named after. Even calling it a "pie" is somewhat controversial. What it is: a cozy casserole, especially popular in the Southwest, that originated in the early 1900s.
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14Copycat Cheesecake Factory Mexican Tortilla Salad
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15Mexican Pizza (Taco Bell Copycat)
Park Feierbach 16Hot Dog Tacos (Tacos De Soto)
Doaa ElkadyThe taco de Soto is a fried, crispy taco filled with sliced hot dog and cheese, and is a staple in borderlands cuisine. While on the surface it seems humble enough, this taco has a cultural significance that is deeply personal for some; for others, it’s a snack with plenty of nostalgic memories attached.
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17Salsa Verde Enchiladas
Joel goldbergCheesy, savory enchiladas that have a super-green sauce might sound like a project, but mixing store-bought ingredients with fresh stuff speeds everything up without sacrificing flavor. The major “hack” here is using jarred salsa verde to give it a made-from-scratch taste in a fraction of the time.
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18Copycat Chili's Quesadilla Explosion Salad
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19Grilled Corn Salad
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCEThis versatile, flavorful corn salad is the perfect way to use up leftover grilled corn. Mix and match your favorite cheeses, herbs, and nuts, but keep the citrus for brightness and oil for a little richness. And if you like a little *kick*, add some sliced jalapeños or a big pinch of red pepper flakes.
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20Chicken Enchiladas
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