Tex Mex Recipes You Never Knew You Needed

If you’re craving Tex-Mex flavors, you don’t need to go to a restaurant. With these easy and delicious Tex-Mex recipes, you can make your favorites right at home. Combining vibrant Mexican tastes with popular Texan ingredients, these dishes create a tasty fusion that highlights the best of both cuisines!

Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Mexican stuffed peppers on a wooden cutting board. This is one of the best Tex Mex recipes. — Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re looking for a flavorful Mexican-inspired dish, try making Air Fryer Fiesta Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers. Seasoned with cumin, salt, pepper, and margarita mix, the chicken is stuffed inside poblanos and topped with pico de gallo, sour cream, and cotija cheese, creating a delicious blend of flavors.
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Seared Steak Nachos With Tomatillo Serrano Salsa

Mexican nachos on a wooden table. These are one of the best nacho recipes. — Seared Steak Nachos With Tomatillo Serrano Salsa. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These seared steak nachos are especially good if you’re a fan of this Tex-Mex classic. There are plenty of nacho toppings including juicy steak and different kinds of chillies are used to give a wonderful spicy taste to the dish. You will love these Mexican steak nachos with tomatillo serrano salsa.
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Slow Cooker Salsa Fresca Chicken

Mexican chicken on a white plate with avocado and lime wedges. — Flavourful Slow Cooker Salsa Fresca Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The first time I made slow cooker salsa fresca chicken, I fell in love with the recipe! This easy keto chicken recipe with chicken breasts is a slow cooker dinner recipe you’ll love. Crock pot chicken is a great dish for busy weeknights when you don’t want to get home and have to start cooking. You will love how easy slow cooker salsa fresca chicken is to make.
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Loaded Taco Dip

Mexican corn dip in a skillet. — Loaded Taco Dip. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker taco dip is the perfect party appetizer, loaded with Mexican-inspired flavors and easy to prepare. Let the slow cooker do the work while you focus on other dishes or entertaining your guests.
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Easy Pork Carnitas

A bowl of rice with pork and radishes on it. — Easy Pork Carnitas. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This crispy pork carnitas recipe is a versatile and tasty dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer it in tacos, burrito bowls, or even stuffed into a baked potato, the slow-cooked pulled pork flavored with lime and orange juice is sure to please.
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Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado

Two plates of shrimp and avocado tacos with a bowl of salsa. — Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re a seafood lover, you have to give Mexican shrimp ceviche a try. With its fresh ingredients and tangy flavors, it’s a dish that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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Chunky Guacamole

A bowl of guacamole on a wooden table. — Chunky Guacamole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This chunky guacamole recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Made with avocados, tomatoes, green onions, chilies, lime juice, and cilantro, it is a perfect addition to any meal.
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Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa

A chip scooping some tomatillo red salsa. — Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Make your own fresh tomatillo red chili salsa with this easy copycat Chipotle recipe that’s perfect as a snack or appetizer with chips or crackers, and goes great with steak, chicken, or any south of the border inspired meal.
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5 Layer Bean Dip

A layered bean dip recipes served with chip scoops. — 5 Layer Bean Dip. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Mexican layered dip with ground beef is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that can be enjoyed on any occasion. Its layers of pinto beans, ground beef, tequila lime sour cream, pico de gallo, and cheese make it a flavorful and satisfying treat.
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Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake

Chicken enchilada casserole on a plate with bread. — Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake. Photo credit: XoxoBella.

Promising the best south of the border flavours, this fiesta chicken pasta casserole bake is a nice homage to Mexico. Chicken, corn and black beans pair with tomatoes, sour cream and Mexican and Tex-Mex-inspired seasonings to make this tasty chicken casserole.
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Chicken Taco Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash filled with chicken and cheese. — Chicken Taco Spaghetti Squash. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

You’ll love this chicken taco spaghetti squash with only four ingredients. It’s an unusual recipe with Tex Mex flavors that’s ideal for dinner on a busy weeknight or whenever you please.
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Instant Pot Pork Tacos

Three tacos on a wooden cutting board. — Instant Pot Pork Tacos. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

These Instant Pot Pork Tacos are perfect for a quick, easy, and healthy weeknight dinner. They are packed with flavorful Mexican spices, tender pork, and topped with all of your favorite taco toppings. Load them up with avocado, red onion, tomatoes, lime, and avocado crema.
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Bean Nachos

A skillet with nachos baked in it. — Bean Nachos. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Your kids will love these Fresh Corn and Bean Nachos for dinner or an after-school snack. Loaded with fresh summer corn, kidney beans, jalapenos, and cheese. They are impossible to resist.
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Grilled Steak Tacos

Three tacos on a wooden table with avocado and corn. — Grilled Steak Tacos. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Grilled steak tacos with cucumber and corn salsa really do make the perfect summer dinner. Spicy skirt steak topped with the freshest cucumber and grilled corn salsa.
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Instant Pot Taco Soup

This Instant Pot taco soup is packed with kidney beans, corn, and fire-roasted tomatoes. You might like to consider making a double batch and you’ll have soup to fill your belly all week!
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Delicious Mexican Chicken Casserole

Cheesy black bean casserole in a glass dish. — Delicious Mexican Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

This casserole is one of those dishes that your family will want time and time again, and might become one of your favorite all time meals to make. It takes under an hour and tastes so good! Add a side of your favorite salsa and chips, and you are all set with dinner.
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Epic Quesadilla Platter (And How To Style It)

A plate of nachos, chips, salsa and guacamole. — Epic Quesadilla Platter (And How To Style It). Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian.

This delicious quesadilla platter can be easily scaled up or down for a tasty impressive party snack or meal that everyone can enjoy, with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions on how to make it and get it looking like this.
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Big Mac Tacos

A stack of tacos on a rack. — Big Mac Tacos. Photo credit: Maricruz Avalos.

These Big Mac tacos are an easy appetizer that features your favorite burger flavors. Enjoy them as an easy dinner for your family any day of the week, or as a tasty appetizer for game days and parties.
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Fried Avocado Tacos (Air Fryer, Oven Versions)

Two tacos topped with avocado, onion and cilantro. — Fried Avocado Tacos (Air Fryer, Oven Versions). Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

These fun fried tacos have avocado fries in addition to refried beans and a creamy poblano sauce on top of corn tortillas. These fried avocado tacos were a staple when I used to live in Texas. It has fried avocados, pinto beans, red onions, cilantro, and corn with a spicy poblano sauce!
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Tex Mex Dip Recipe

Guacamole with black beans and tomatoes on a white plate. — Tex Mex Dip Recipe. Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

With salsa, olives, refried beans, avocado, tomatoes, and more, this Tex Mex dip is a clean eating delight and it’s perfect if you’re having a party and want to offer something colorful and fresh.
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Walking Taco Casserole

Mexican casserole in a white dish with sour cream on top. — Walking Taco Casserole. Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

This walking taco casserole recipe is everything you love about walking tacos in an easy casserole form! Taco-spiced ground beef is cooked with onions and zucchini then combined with black beans and tomatoes and layered with shredded cheese. Once it’s baked and melty, just add toppings and fritos.
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Steak Quesadillas

A stack of quesadillas with cheese and sauce. — Steak Quesadillas. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

This steak quesadilla recipe is a delicious combination of lightly-spiced steak and melty cheese layers wrapped up in a crispy flour tortilla. Serve up the steak quesadillas with plenty of fresh toppings and creamy jalapeno sauce.
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Shredded Chicken Nachos

A person grabbing a piece of chicken nachos. — Shredded Chicken Nachos. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

You’re going to love these cheesy shredded chicken nachos! They are loaded with layers of crunchy chips, shredded salsa chicken, beans, and two layers of cheese. After a quick broil, it’s time to top with the perfect nacho toppings your heart desires.
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Easy Crockpot Chicken and Salsa

Shredded chicken in a white bowl with lime wedges. — Easy Crockpot Chicken and Salsa. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

This chicken with salsa in the crockpot makes the best protein base and then can be turned into so many simple dinners or be used for meal prep meals. It’s made with just a handful of ingredients and can be prepped in 2 minutes, so you’ll have plenty of time to whip up a margarita too. Simply season the chicken, top with salsa, and turn on your slow cooker.
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Fajita Veggies (Chipotle Copycat)

A skillet filled with peppers and onions. — Fajita Veggies (Chipotle Copycat). Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

chicken with salsa in the crockpot makes the best protein base and then can be turned into so many simple dinners or be used for meal prep meals. It’s made with just a handful of ingredients and can be prepped in 2 minutes, so you’ll have plenty of time to whip up a virgin margarita mocktail, too! Simply season the chicken, top with salsa, and turn on your slow cooker.
Get the Recipe: Fajita Veggies (Chipotle Copycat)

Crockpot Beef Chili

Crockpot beef chili is a tasty answer to the what’s for dinner dilemma. With only a few key ingredients to toss into the slow cooker in the morning, you can come home to a hot meal the whole family will love.
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Breakfast Burrito

This is a mouthwatering breakfast burrito for Tex Mex food fans. It boasts a juicy tofu scramble, hearty vegan sausage crumbles, crispy roasted potatoes, and a burst of freshness from the avocado tomato salsa.
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Chipotle Chicken Fresh Mex Bowl – Chili’s Copycat

This Chili’s copycat chipotle chicken fresh Mex bowl is bursting with amazing Tex-Mex flavors like Mexican rice, chicken, spices, beans, avocado, and more. It’s the perfect dinner option for fans of burritos or rice bowls looking for something easy and delicious.
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Mexican Charcuterie Board Idea

A platter of different kinds of snacks on a table. — Mexican Charcuterie Board Idea. Photo credit: Food Plus Words.

This Mexican charcuterie board will make you feel like it’s a fiesta! Enjoy crowd-favorite Mexican snacks this Cinco de Mayo with this epic board.
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Perfect Chickpea Enchiladas

Mexican enchiladas in a baking dish. — Perfect Chickpea Enchiladas. Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian.

These tasty vegetarian chickpea enchiladas have a simple creamy cheesy chickpea filling paired with red enchilada sauce (use your favorite brand or my legendary homemade sauce) and are incredibly satisfying!
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Leftover Turkey Quesadillas

Chicken quesadillas with guacamole and guacamole. — Leftover Turkey Quesadillas. Photo credit: Maricruz Avalos.

These leftover turkey quesadillas are a delightful way to repurpose Thanksgiving or holiday turkey into a Mexican-inspired meal. You can even customize them with your favorite ingredients!
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Sweet & Smoky Pineapple Chipotle Chili

Chili in a bowl with sour cream and tortilla chips. — Sweet & Smoky Pineapple Chipotle Chili. Photo credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

This hearty, sweet and smoky pineapple chipotle chili has a bit of a kick to it and has two ingredients that I love to use to give it a more robust and heartier flavor, gochujang and cocoa powder.
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Easy Sofritas

A spoonful of meat in a skillet. — Easy Sofritas. Photo credit: Broke Bank Vegan.

Bring the vibrant flavors of Chipotle to your own kitchen with this copycat sofritas recipe! The only difference is that this version is even better than the original. Meaty tofu is simmered in a smoky, tangy, and bold salsa made from chile peppers and aromatic spices. Use it for tacos, burrito bowls, and so much more!
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