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    8 Delicious Cinco de Mayo Recipes

    Published: Apr 29, 2019 by Tania · Leave a Comment · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner and I’ve got the best recipes for you! Host a great party this weekend with my best Cinco de Mayo recipes!

    8 Delicious Cinco de Mayo Recipes

    Tacos, taquitos, quesadillas, fajita bowls, salads, guac, rice…find all the best Cinco de Mayo recipes here! These are my absolute favorite, so I hope you like them! Happy cooking!

    1. Mexican Street Corn Salad

    This Mexican street corn salad is the perfect side dish or appetizer to share! It’s refreshing, creamy, and so colorful. It’s also quick and easy recipe!

    Mexican Corn Salad with Mayo Dressing

    2. Beef Taco Salad with Chipotle Ranch Dressing

    Hands down the best taco salad ever! The ground beef is so flavorful and moist, and the homemade chipotle ranch dressing is to die for. I just love everything about it!

    Beef Taco Salad with Chipotle Ranch Dressing

    3. One Pot Mexican Chicken and Rice

    If you’re looking for a heartier main dish, then this Mexican chicken and rice is for you. And it’s made in one pot to make clean-up ultra easy. A win-win!

    One Pot Mexican Chicken and Rice with Rotel

    4. The Best Chicken Quesadillas

    I’m not kidding when I tell you these are the best chicken quesadillas. The chicken is seasoned in wonderful spices, so it’s really flavorful and stays moist. No more bland quesadillas!

    Authentic Chicken Quesadillas with Guacamole

    5. Loaded Baked Chicken Taquitos

    Okay, this is one of my favorite party foods. No one can resist! These loaded chicken quesadillas are so fun to eat. Plus, they are baked, all in one pan, so it’s super easy to make.

    Loaded Baked Chicken Taquitos

    6. The Best Chicken Fajita Bowls

    These chicken fajita bowls are a great main dish option. Here’s an idea: prep all the ingredients and set up a DYI chicken fajita bar!

    Easy Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl Recipe

    7. Crispy Baja Fish Tacos

    Fish tacos are definitely a favorite! These crispy Baja fish tacos are beer-battered and stay super moist. The best part? The avocado crema drizzled on top!

    baja fish tacos with avocado and toppings

    8. My Favorite Guacamole

    And, of course, no party is complete without GUAC! This is my favorite guacamole of all time.

    easy chunky guacamole

    Happy cooking! 🙂

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