25+ Delicious Mexican Chicken Recipes

Tired of eating the same old chicken dishes night after night? I hear you! Chicken doesn’t need to be boring, though! These delicious Mexican chicken recipes are full of flavors and ingredients you’ll love, for chicken-based meals you’ll love to eat.

Mexican food is always full of hearty, fresh ingredients and this incredible flavor you just don’t find in other cuisines. I’ve never had a bland, boring Mexican dish in my life. Honestly, I’m not even sure it’s entirely possible.

This list of Mexican chicken recipes features both authentic and Americanized, Mexican-inspired recipes. Some are Whole30, paleo, or keto-friendly, and some aren’t. Either way, I know you’ll love them!

It Starts with Chicken

1. 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eA favorite recipe in my house for well over a decade now, this slow cooker Mexican chicken is a total dream. It’s completely hands-off and made with only 3(!) store-bought ingredients, plus it’s perfect in tacos, salads, burritos, quesadillas, bowls, or nachos. I’ve always got the ingredients for this one on hand!u003c/pu003e

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2. 3-Ingredient Instant Pot Salsa Chicken

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eSo easy to make and with only three ingredients, this Instant Pot salsa chicken is tender, delicious, and full of flavor. Perfect for tacos, enchiladas, or really any Mexican chicken dish, this versatile dinner recipe is on repeat at our house!u003c/pu003e

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3. Chicken Ranchero

Recipe from Easy Cheap Recipes

u003cpu003eThis chicken ranchero is a Mexican-inspired dish made of a delicious combination of tender chicken strips, onions, bell peppers and a zesty tomato-based sauce. Super flavorful, this dish is hearty, satisfying and can be made mild or spicy. Serve it with tortillas, tostadas, or over rice.u003c/pu003e

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4. Zacatecas-Style Green Mole Chicken (Pollo en Mole Verde)

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThis Zacatecas-style green mole chicken is intensely flavorful and wholesome! Tender, juicy chicken is smothered in a flavor-packed green sauce. Fresh tomatillos, cilantro, and jalapeños come together to make this irresistibly vibrant dish.u003c/pu003e

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Casseroles, Bakes, and Skillets

5. Mexican Chicken Casserole

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThis Mexican chicken casserole is absolutely packed to the brim with incredible flavors and mouth-pleasing textures. A creamy filling of shredded chicken, black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and cheddar soup is layered between crispy tortilla chips and melty Mexican cheese, giving you a bit of everything in every bite. It’s the quick and easy, family-friendly one-dish recipe you’ll want to make over and over again!u003c/pu003e

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6. Chicken Fajita Casserole

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eTender strips of chicken, peppers, and onions in a deliciously savory and creamy sauce, this chicken fajita casserole is one of my family’s absolute favorite meals! It’s easy to make and perfect over rice or in tacos. All my kids clean their plates when this Mexican dinner is on the table!u003c/pu003e

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7. Mexican Chicken and Rice Bake

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThis Mexican chicken and rice bake is a one-pan meal that’s loaded with flavor and sure to please the whole family. Made quick and simply with rice, plenty of salsa, corn, black beans, chicken breasts, and lots of cheese, I love to throw this dinner recipe together when I’m short on time or energy but ready for a delicious meal!u003c/pu003e

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8. Easy Cheesy Salsa Chicken

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eCheesy, simple, and delicious salsa chicken! The perfect weeknight meal, easy to whip together in a few steps, and ready in just 30 minutes. Serve this extra cheesy salsa chicken over rice, roasted veggies, or a salad!u003c/pu003e

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Soups, Salads, and Bowls

9. Mexican Chicken Salad (Ensalada de Pollo)

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eMexican chicken salad is tender shredded chicken tossed in a creamy sauce with mixed veggies, fresh cilantro, and jalapeños… Tons of flavor! One of my favorites from my time in Texas and California, this is a great dish to serve at any potluck, cookout, or BBQ and will be gone in no time. Delicious on tostadas, with saltines for dipping, as a sandwich, or even eaten straight with a fork!u003c/pu003e

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10. Mexican Chicken Soup

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eOne-pot Mexican chicken soup is full of amazing flavor and so easy to make! A great way to use up leftover or rotisserie chicken, and it only takes about 30 minutes to make from start to finish. Perfect for busy evenings and chilly days.u003c/pu003e

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11. Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eLoaded with tomatoes, black beans, corn, and shredded chicken, this Instant Pot chicken tortilla soup is delightfully hearty and satisfying. It’s an easy one-pot meal filled with rich, warm flavors and spices that’ll carry you through those chilly autumn and winter months, making it an instant hit with everyone in your family.u003c/pu003e

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12. Keto Chicken Tortilla Soup (Low Carb, Gluten Free)

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThis keto chicken tortilla soup is creamy, rich, a little spicy, and easy to make in about 30 minutes. Loaded with toppings like avocado and shredded cheese, this dish is super low in carbs but you won’t miss them at all – and neither will your family!u003c/pu003e

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13. Whole30 Chicken Burrito Bowls (Keto, Paleo)

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThese chicken burrito bowls layer cauliflower rice with moist chipotle-spiced chicken breasts, topped with lots of guacamole and pico de gallo. Whole30, paleo, keto, and low carb, these Mexican bowls are packed full of flavor and easy to throw together!u003c/pu003e

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14. 8 Can Taco Soup

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThis 8 can taco soup has only 1 step and takes only 15 minutes, but it tastes like a Mexican soup that’s been simmering all day! This is one of our favorite soups, especially since it’s made from all canned pantry ingredients.u003c/pu003e

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15. Instant Pot Burrito Bowls with Chicken

Recipe from Easy Healthy Recipes

u003cpu003eThese Instant Pot burrito bowls with chicken are a true one pot meal! Made entirely in the pressure cooker, they’re filling and flavorful. Loaded with rice, chicken, beans, corn, and a delicious sauce, this quick and easy Mexican-inspired dinner recipe is perfect topped with cheese and avocado.u003c/pu003e

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16. Mexican Chicken Meal Prep (Whole30, Paleo, Keto)

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThis healthy Mexican chicken meal prep is so easy! With tender, flavorful chicken, an avocado cilantro ranch dressing, protein-rich eggs, and lots of veggies that need no prep or chopping, it’s paleo, Whole30, and keto, too.u003c/pu003e

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Chicken Tacos, Tostadas, Burritos, and Enchiladas

17. 5-Ingredient Air Fryer Flautas

Recipe from Easy Healthy Recipes

u003cpu003eQuick, easy, and way more delicious than anything you’ll find in the freezer section, these air fryer flautas will be a go-to recipe for lunch or snacktime. The ingredients are simple, and you can top them with everything you love – guac, sour cream, hot sauce, queso.u003c/pu003e

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18. Easy Chicken Burrito Recipe

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eWith this simple chicken burrito recipe, it couldn’t be easier to make, assemble, and roll perfect, delicious chicken burritos. Seasoned chopped chicken, creamy refried beans, fluffy rice, shredded cheese, and all of your favorite toppings, wrapped in a warm tortilla. Enjoy them immediately or stock your freezer for later!u003c/pu003e

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19. Instant Pot Chicken Carnitas

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eTender, flavorful chicken carnitas are made quickly and easily in the Instant Pot. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or taco salads, this recipe is loaded with flavor and one of our favorite dinners! My entire family loves this twist on traditional u003ca href=u0022https://40aprons.com/paleo-carnitas-whole30-crockpot/u0022u003epork carnitasu003c/au003e.u003c/pu003e

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20. Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThese Instant Pot chicken tacos are so easy to make but don’t skimp on flavor! Made with simple ingredients, these tacos feature tender, shredded chicken cooked in salsa and taco seasoning, stuffed into tortillas, and topped with an optional (but delicious!) avocado-jalapeño sauce. A must for every weeknight dinner rotation!u003c/pu003e

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21. Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Cilantro Sauce

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eEasy, hands-off Crockpot chicken tacos have been a favorite in my house for years. So tender and full of flavor, they’re perfect for a busy weeknight dinner – the slow cooker does almost all the work! The creamy avocado-cilantro sauce puts them over the top. Just add your favorite toppings and enjoy!u003c/pu003e

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22. Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

Recipe from Easy Healthy Recipes

u003cpu003eThese creamy chicken enchiladas are super easy and quick to make for a delicious weeknight Mexican dinner. Made with sour cream, salsa, green chiles, a chipotle pepper, chicken, corn, and cheese, the whole family will love these enchiladas.u003c/pu003e

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23. Burrito Suizo with Shredded Chicken and Pinto Beans

Recipe from Easy Cheap Recipes

u003cpu003eThis easy and delicious burrito suizo is filled with seasoned rice, pinto beans, shredded chicken and Mexican cheese. Topped with enchilada sauce and gooey melted cheese, this recipe is sure to be loved by the whole family.u003c/pu003e

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24. Shredded Chicken Tacos

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThese shredded chicken tacos are just perfect! Quick and easy to make, we like them even better than the Mexican restaurant. Easy to adapt to different diets and delicious loaded up with toppings!u003c/pu003e

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25. Chicken Tostadas

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eHealthy baked chicken tostadas are a simple Mexican recipe packed full of authentic flavors. The tasty chicken tinga is quick to make and is a great easy weeknight meal.u003c/pu003e

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26. Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThese Crockpot chicken fajitas just couldn’t be easier or more delicious! They’re easy to make in the slow cooker and totally loaded with flavor. Delicious in tortillas, burrito bowls, or salads, these chicken fajitas are crazy tender and healthy, naturally Whole30 compliant, paleo, and low carb.u003c/pu003e

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27. Chicken Tacos in Lettuce Wraps (Paleo, Whole30, Low Carb, Keto)

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThese paleo chicken tacos are made in the Instant Pot or slow cooker and are served in lettuce wraps for a Whole30 and low carb take on the Mexican recipe favorite. Topped with a rich avocado crema and fresh pico de gallo, these are the best ever low carb and Whole30 chicken tacos. Keto, too!u003c/pu003e

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28. Mexican Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Whole30, Paleo, Instant Pot)

Recipe from 40 Aprons

u003cpu003eThese Mexican stuffed sweet potatoes are a favorite dinner recipe! Stuffed with tender chicken and topped with a quick guacamole, they’re so healthy and insanely full of flavor. Whole30 and paleo, these stuffed sweet potatoes are filling, full of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. u003c/pu003e

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