1Chicken Empanadas
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMEmpanadas come in many different forms with many different fillings. This version is a flavor bomb, with tender chicken thighs, peppers, and olives, bolstered by tomato paste and paprika. Yum!
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2Chicken Tostadas
PHOTO: ANDREA MONZO; FOOD STYLIST: BROOKE CAISONTostadas might just be the perfect meal—these fried corn tortillas are easy to buy at the supermarket, AND they have all the delicious crunch of a tortilla chip, but can act as a vehicle for whatever toppings you like. Here, that means creamy refried beans and a chile-spiked shredded chicken topping, but feel free to get creative.
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3Mexican Fried Chicken Torta
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5Salsa 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 but punching up the flavor (and nutrients!) by adding a whole bunch of cilantro, fresh garlic, and jalapeños. It gives it a made-from-scratch taste but in a fraction of the time.
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6Green Chile Chicken Skillet Enchiladas
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7Chicken Flautas
PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM 8Mexican Chicken Casserole
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThere’s your average casserole… and then there’s this cheesy, loaded Mexican chicken casserole. Filled 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.
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9Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowl
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING BARRETT WASHBURNEWhile we’re all about switching things up, when we want a tried-and-true perfect meal, we always go back to Chipotle's chicken burrito bowl. It’s classic, reliable, and, best of all, completely customizable depending on our mood. We’ve included recipes here for all our favorite burrito bowl toppings, but feel free to swap them in and out for yours!
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10Chicken Quesadillas
Ethan CalabreseYou don't really need a recipe to make this insanely popular Mexican dish: simply top a tortilla with cheese (and whatever else you've got), then fold it in half and cook until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melty. If you are looking for some guidance, especially in cooking up some quick and easy chicken to stuff inside, though, this recipe won't let you down.
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11Spicy Chicken Taquitos
PARKER FEIERBACHA taquito is essentially a rolled taco with many of the topping like guacamole and sour cream on the outside. They are traditionally shallow fried to get that beautifully crisp exterior, but our easier version is baked with an option to make them in the air fryer.
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12Tex Mex Chicken Fajita Foil Packets
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13Air Fryer Chimichanga
LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHYChimichangas are essentially fried burritos, which, don't get us wrong, we absolutely LOVE. What we don't always care for is the excess oil or the mess of deep frying. Make your chicken chimichangas in the air fryer instead for an exceptionally crispy burrito!
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14Chicken Fajita Marinade
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15Grilled Chicken Street Tacos
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSNothing beats a street taco—super-juicy, tender grilled meat in a quick grab-and-go format, typically made possible by doubling up two smaller corn tortillas. This makes them easier to eat on the side of the street, in the car, anywhere! They're no frills yet tend to be some of the most craveable tacos around.
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16Sheet-Pan Green Chile Chicken Nachos
Andrew buiWhat’s better than a tray of cheesy chicken nachos? Four cheese chicken nachos! Don’t worry, though, a couple cans of chopped green chiles cut the richness of all that cheese (not that we’re complaining.) We’ll leave the toppings up to you, but we suggest The Works, aka red onion, radishes, avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, and hot sauce.
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17Shredded Chicken Tacos
PHOTOGRAPHER: JOEL GOLDBERG ; FOOD STYLING: MICAH MORTONThis recipe is inspired by chicken tinga, a Mexican guisado (or stew) that is tender chicken, shredded and added to a tomato sauce spiked with chiles, onion, garlic and spices. This preparation is a little more weeknight-friendly by relying on the ever versatile and delicious canned chipotle chiles in adobo.
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18Copycat Chipotle Chicken
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19Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas
PARKER FEIERBACHThese enchiladas fall somewhere in between Texan and Mexican; they're definitely Tex-Mex at their core, but we went with corn tortillas in place of traditional flour (you do you, though!) They may not be authentic by, well, anyone's standards, but they are quick, easy, filling, and delicious.
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20Chicken Posole
Ethan CalabreseThere are three main types of pozole: white (blanco), green (verde), and red (rojo)—yep, just like the Mexican flag! Each requires a certain set of ingredients, but hominy and some sort of stewed meat are almost always present. Make no mistake: This slow cooker version isn't wholly authentic, but it's easy, flavorful, and filling.
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