Recipes & Cooking International Recipes Mexican Recipes 12 Delicious Mexican Chicken Recipes to Add to Your Meal Rotation Once you see how easy—and delicious—these Mexican chicken dishes are, you’ll want them every night. By Karla Walsh Karla Walsh Karla Walsh began her career at FITNESS magazine in 2010. Since, she's worked at a wide variety of publications full-time, including BHG.com, Recipe.com and as a cross-brand social media specialist. From search engine optimization to features for print to video strategy, she has a diverse background in all things magazines. At the start of 2019, Karla chose to pursue full-time freelance writing and has contributed to more than 3 dozen brands. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on October 13, 2023 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Jacob Fox If it's high time to spice up your evening meals, these are the best Mexican chicken recipes for the job. With classics like tacos and enchiladas and versatile shredded chicken recipes, this collection of our Test Kitchen's favorite Mexican-style options offers plenty of variety and bold flavors the family will ask for again and again. Plus, some desserts to make the meal fantástica. 16 Mexican Slow Cooker Recipes for Flavorful Meals 01 of 12 Chicken Mole Tostadas View Recipe Jacob Fox Meet your new signature sauce: mole. Our weeknight-friendly rendition of the traditional sauce is a beautifully balanced blend of chiles, tomatoes, almonds, onion, garlic, coriander, cinnamon, and chocolate. Trust us on those last two; they bring just enough warmth and depth of flavor. Simmer chicken thighs in the sauce, then shred and spoon it atop crispy tostada shells in this showy and scrumptious Mexican chicken recipe. Chicken Mole Enchiladas 02 of 12 Pressure Cooker Chicken Salsa Tortas View Recipe Marty Baldwin Transform a jar of salsa and a couple of pounds of chicken into a masterful Mexican chicken recipe in 35 minutes. Everyone will be fooled into thinking you've baked this succulent, saucy Mexican chicken breast recipe all day. Only you need to know the pressure cooker did nearly all of the work. The Best Hot Sauce Recipes to Put Your Pepper Surplus to Great Use 03 of 12 Grilled Chicken Fajitas with Peppers and Onions View Recipe Andy Lyons Keep it simple, and please a crowd with this Mexican chicken fajita recipe. Serve it on a loaded platter and ask guests to help themselves. Not only is this ready for a dinner party, but it's also quick to prepare: The chicken, tortillas, and vegetables grill for only about 20 minutes. 04 of 12 Mely's Enchiladas Suizas View Recipe Carson Downing "Walk into a diner anywhere in the country, and you will find chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, and enchiladas suizas," all of which originated in Mexico City, says Mely Martinez, who designed this Mexican chicken recipe as a nod to her family's homeland. These enchiladas feature layers of a simple, herbaceous salsa verde, chicken tucked inside rolled tortillas, even more salsa verde, and a generous topping of Oaxaca cheese. Yes, please. 05 of 12 Pozole with Pinto Beans and Queso Fresco View Recipe Linda Pugliese Just stew it. Our colorful, fresh twist on a classic Mexican chicken pozole recipe tastes richer and more complex than most, thanks toroasted tomatillos. Beans, hominy, and a healthy dose of shredded or leftover chicken give this Mexican-style chicken soup its staying power. Here's What to Stock in a Mexican Pantry for Everyday Cooking 06 of 12 Ancho Chile Chicken with Poblanos and Tomatillos View Recipe Blaine Moats A mere seven ingredients are transformed into a weeknight feast in this easy sheet-pan supper. The roasted peppers, onions, and spiced chicken bake on separate sides of the same pan, while you prepare the cheese and flour tortillas for serving. BHG reader Natalia says of this dinner, "I would give this recipe 10 stars if I could. It is so tasty…it is such an easy one-pan dish!" How to Make Tortillas in 3 Easy Steps 07 of 12 Mexican Chopped Chicken Salad with Jalapeño Dressing View Recipe Jason Donnelly This Mexican chicken recipe gives new meaning to the phrase "taste the rainbow." Its Instagram-ready layers are almost as impressive as its fresh flavors. Almost. The sweet mango complements the spicy jalapeños and savory chicken. 24 Main Dish Salad Recipes Perfect for Fresh Weeknight Meals 08 of 12 Spice-Rubbed Chicken and Poblano Tacos View Recipe Andy Lyons Chicken taco recipes can err on the bland side. Let's face it: Chicken + tortilla = far-from-colorful or intriguing. But we're changing the game with these poblano, chile, and cumin-infused tacos. A splash of cream gives the recipe the just-right level of cooling richness to balance the spice. 09 of 12 Chicken-Stuffed Hatch Chiles View Recipe Brie Passano Stuffed peppers rarely pack this much punch. Medium-hot hatch chiles cradle the cheesy Mexican chicken recipe. It's all topped with a cilantro cream sauce that might lead to a plate-licking moment. (No shame.) 10 of 12 Chicken Chilaquiles View Recipe Kritsada Panichgul Make the most of leftover corn tortillas in this Mexican chicken recipe. The traditional casserole combines crispy baked tortillas and chili-spiced chicken to add to your comfort food menu. Enjoy leftovers reheated and topped with fried or poached eggs for brunch the next day. 13 Mexican Casserole Recipes for Easy Tex-Mex Flavor 11 of 12 Mango Chicken Tinga View Recipe Karla Conrad Introducing a Mexican chicken and rice recipe that offers the ideal blend of sweet and heat. Chopped mango, cinnamon, and ginger transform chicken broth into a luscious Mexican chicken stew that BHG fan Cindy declares is "Fantastic and addicting!" For tropical pizzazz, serve each bowl of tinga with slices of pineapple and lime. 12 of 12 Flautas de Pollo View Recipe Peter Krumhardt A rich blend of cumin, cinnamon, and cloves creates out-of-this-world flavor in this Mexican chicken recipe, and that's only the filling. The exterior is a crisp, golden-fried tortilla—think of these as homemade taquitos (that taste way better than the ones in the freezer aisle). Serve this Mexican chicken recipe with salsa, Mexican crema, queso, or guacamole. How to Make Your Own Restaurant-Quality Fresh Guacamole at Home Mexican Desserts for a Sweet Ending Treat yourself and your friends and family to a sweet indulgence after enjoying these Mexican chicken recipes. Nothing says Mexican dessert like churros, and this fun Fiesta-Ready Churro Bar is build-your-own fun. A classic Tres Leches Cake will be greeted with a chorus of "ooohs" and "ahhhs" by delighted diners. Mango-Horchata Rice Pudding is a creamy taste of Mexico with tropical flavors that may make you think you can hear the palm trees swaying. No list of Mexican desserts would be complete without flan. This Vanilla Flan with Butterscotch Sauce amps up the mild taste of flan for an extra-special dessert. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit