Mexican food is always a hit at our house.  I’ve shared a lot of our favorites here on the blog over the years. These are recipes we come back to time and time again.   Whether authentic or some of our favorite “Americanized” versions, it always seems to hit the spot! Plus, there are so many delicious sides you can serve with Mexican inspired meals. And the great thing about many of these recipes is they are so easy and quick to put together. That makes weeknight meals a breeze.  A bit of homemade salsa and fresh guacamole, and it’s perfect.

So in the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, here are 26 of our favorite Mexican inspired recipes for you to enjoy. Whether you are planning to celebrate Cinco de Mayo or not, you’ll love these meals!

Sausage and Corn Quesadillas

Salsa Verde Steak 

Barbeque Chicken Fajitas

Bean and Cheese Enchiladas

Beef and Black Bean Taco Bake

Black Bean and Corn Chicken Taco Bake

Sloppy Slow Cooked Chicken Tacos

Creamy Jalapeno Chicken Tacos

Smoky Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Taco Soup

Quick and Easy Chipotle Burrito Bowls

Chicken Enchiladas

Chuck Roast Enchiladas

Crisp Black Bean Tacos with Feta & Lime

Crockpot Beef Fajitas

Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Pork Carnitas

Shredded Taco Beef

Grilled Chicken & Cream Cheese Enchiladas

Fish Tacos with Chipotle Dressing

Mexican Beans & Rice

Chipotle Chile Chicken Nachos

Mexican Vegetables on Cornbread

White Queso Soup

Oven Baked Chicken Tacos

15 Minute Tacos with Chipotle and Garlic

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