Easy Dinner Recipes For Beginners Mexican
Every night can be Mexican night with these 19 Easy Mexican Recipes! Everything from fajitas to guacamole, tacos to mole and a whole lot more. These simple crowdpleasers are perfect for busy weeknights and weekend entertaining alike.
What’s your favourite cuisine? I always find this a difficult question to answer – I love so many different cuisines: Greek, Middle Eastern, Italian and Spanish… But one of my all time favourites has to be Mexican food!
Over the years I have created many delicious and easy peasy versions of Mexican classics – as well as a few Tex Mex dishes (I have an obsession with chilli con carne) and some Mexican fusion food too (Fajita pasta, I’m talking to you!).
Easy Mexican Recipes (+ Dinner Ideas)
Here I’ve pulled together 19 of my all time favourite Mexican inspired recipes to share with you. I’m not promising authenticity (because when a traditional mole sauce takes a day to make, who has time for authenticity?!), but each of these recipes is easy, delicious and family friendly – which are the most important criteria for dinner IMHO!
For each recipe, I’ve included a link to the recipe, plus prep times, cook times and total times, so you can quickly and easily see which recipe suits your needs and the time available.
If you make one of these recipes (or, even better, discover a new family favourite!) I’d love to hear from you. Let me know in the comments below or via social media. I’m onTwitter, FacebookandInstagram. ?
Easy Mexican Pasta Salad
Get the recipe => Easy One Pot Mexican Rice with Black Beans and Corn (Vegan) Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes
Get the recipe => Spicy Mexican Lamb Stew & Easy Peasy Salsa Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Easy Weeknight Dinners
My cousin is of Mexican heritage, and I’ve watched her make this crunchy beef burrito recipe for years. The very first time I made them for my own family, they instantly became a favorite meal. They’re even better warmed up the next day in the microwave. —Debi Lane, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Vegetarian Skillet EnchiladasWhether it’s for meatless Monday or your family’s everyday vegetarian meal, everyone will be satisfied with these unconventional enchiladas. Garnish with the optional toppings or other favorites like tortilla chips and extra shredded cheese. —Susan Court, Pewaukee, WI
Margarita ChickenMarinated in flavors of garlic and lime, this tangy margarita chicken is ready to go whenever the coals are hot! Serve with roasted corn on the cob and lemonade. —Kelly Bruneman, Cedar Park, Texas
Best Mexican Food Recipes
Chili-Stuffed Poblano PeppersWhile exploring Mexican restaurants, I tasted chiles rellenos and wanted to make them at home. My husband and I teamed up to create this stuffed poblano peppers recipe, which is one of our favorites. —Lorrie Grabczynski, Commerce Township, Michigan
Easy Fish TacosSearching for a lighter alternative to traditional fried fish, I came up with this crispy, crunchy fish tacos recipe. It's a hit with friends and family. —Jennifer Palmer, Rancho Cucamonga, California
Blue-Ribbon Beef NachosMy beef nachos recipe is quite the tasty topper for tortilla chips. Chili powder and sassy salsa season a zesty mixture of ground beef and refried beans that’s sprinkled with green onions, tomatoes and ripe olives. —Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida
Mexican Dinner Recipes
Shrimp Tostadas with Avocado SalsaTry this quick and easy entrée for a fun, different Southwest meal idea. A splash of lime in the black beans balances the rich avocado salsa and shrimp. —Karen Gulkin, Greeley, Colorado
ChimichangasThough still debated, Tucson is generally credited as the original home of the chimichanga (fried “burro”, as we call them, stuffed with meat, onions and chiles). I’ve combined several recipes into this one, and it’s fairly authentic. —Laura Towns, Glendale, Arizona
Halibut Soft TacosI sometimes serve these halibut tacos wrapped in lettuce instead of tortillas. Either way, the mango salsa tastes amazing with grilled halibut. This warm-weather recipe is quick, colorful and full of nutrients. —Kristin Kossak, Bozeman, Montana
Mexican Pizza Recipe (taco Bell Copycat)
Easy Beef Taco SkilletBusy day? Save time and money with this stovetop supper the whole family will love. It calls for handy convenience products, so it can be on the table in minutes. —Kelly Roder, Fairfax, Virginia
Bean BurritosI always have the ingredients for this cheesy bean burrito recipe on hand. Shredding the cheese while cooking the rice the night before saves precious minutes at dinnertime. —Beth Osborne Skinner, Bristol, Tennessee
Crunchy Chili Lime ShrimpEasy, quick and family-friendly, this chili lime shrimp recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. The secret is the flavor-packed sauce and crunchy tortilla chips. — Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
Easy Mexican Bake (cooking For 2) Recipe
Chicken & Cheese Tortilla PieTrust me when I say this hearty dish can be assembled in minutes, then devoured even quicker with no leftovers. —Karen Kuebler, Dallas, Texas
Chicken Fajita SaladThis recipe came from Texas, which is famous for its Mexican food. I love to cook, even though it’s just for me and my husband now. I invite our grown kids over a lot, and they just love this chicken fajita salad. I’m happy to share it! —Lois Proudfit, Eugene, Oregon
Nacho PieIn place of the ground beef and mozzarella cheese, consider topping this zesty pie with lean ground sausage and cheddar cheese. It tastes just as good.—LaVerna Mjones, Moorhead, Minnesota
Classic Mexican Dishes For Beginner Cooks
Sweet 'n' Spicy ChickenMy husband and children love this tender chicken with its spicy sauce. Peach preserves add just a touch of sweetness, while taco seasoning and salsa give the dish some kick. —Sheri White, Higley, Arizona
Southwestern Beef and Rice SkilletI like to serve this kicked-up skillet dish with warm flour tortillas and a side of guacamole. If you like things a little spicier, add more jalapeno and enjoy the heat! —Pat Hockett, Ocala, Florida
Chicken Tostada SaladIf I don't have any tostada shells on hand for this speedy salad, I just heat taco shells, break them in half and lay them flat on the plates. It works just as well. Great Southwest flavor! —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Easy Low Carb Mexican Skillet
Baked ChimichangasMy baked chimichanga recipe is healthier than a deep-fried version, but it’s just as delicious. You can omit the chiles for less heat. —Angela Oelschlaeger, Tonganoxie, Kansas
Shrimp GazpachoHere’s a refreshing take on the classic chilled tomato soup. Our twist features shrimp, lime and plenty of avocado. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Flank Steak with Cilantro Salsa VerdeEven though steak is always a winner in our house, to make it even more special I add jarred salsa verde and top with freshly chopped tomato and avocado. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Best Mexican Recipes
Turkey PosoleI love making this soup because it makes good use of leftovers from Thanksgiving. And it's quick, easy and tasty. No one feels as if they're eating leftovers because this soup is nothing like traditional turkey with gravy. —Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington
Meatless Taco SaladThis colorful entree combines popular taco ingredients—minus the ground beef. And you won’t miss the meat at all! I top each serving with a creamy guacamole dressing, crunchy corn chips and cheese. —Kimberly Dray, Pflugerville, Texas
Grilled Onion & Skirt Steak TacosMy grandparents came from Mexico, and I grew up watching my grandmother and mother in the kitchen. This steak marinated in beer and lime juice honors their passion for cooking. —Adan Franco, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Healthy Mexican Recipes
Vegetarian Bean TacosI love Mexican food but was looking for a healthier option to share. My family devours these tasty tacos whenever I make them. —Amanda Petrucelli, Plymouth, Indiana
Pinto Bean TostadasReady-to-go pinto beans and crispy corn tortillas prove how easy it is to make a healthy meal. Chili powder kicks up the fun, making this a popular pick for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Chicken Verde QuesadillasI used the corn, peppers and zucchini in my fridge to create these quick and easy quesadillas. Dollop with sour cream and you're good to go. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Skinny Mexican Chicken Skillet (healthy & Easy!)
Quick Tacos al PastorWe loved the pork and pineapple tacos from a food truck in Hawaii. My husband, a high school football referee, gives my version a thumb’s up. —Lori McLain, Denton, Texas
Black Bean & Corn QuinoaSome vegan quinoa recipes are boring, but this one definitely isn't. My daughter’s college asked parents for the best quinoa recipes to use in the dining halls. This healthy quinoa recipe fits the bill. —Lindsay McSweeney, Winchester, Massachusetts
Mexican Chicken Fajita PizzaThis Mexican chicken pizza has always been a hit with my kids and it’s such a great way to sneak in extra vegetables. —Carrie Shaub, Mount Joy, Pennsylvania
Minute Mexican Enchiladas Recipe
Grilled Tilapia with Pineapple SalsaYears ago I found a grilled tilapia recipe in a seafood cookbook. The pineapple salsa with cilantro has a touch of spice and goes so well with the flaky, tender fish. —Beth Fleming, Downers Grove, Illinois
Tex-Mex Grain BowlThis Tex-Mex grain bowl is special because it is not only healthy but also delicious. Oatmeal is one of those dishes often eaten sweetened. People rarely think about using it in a savory dish—and they really should! —Athena Russell, Greenville, South Carolina
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