The only thing easier than Sheet Pan Chicken Quesadillas…is making a regular quesadilla. But with this easy oven recipe, you can feed the whole family and not have to stand at the stove making a bunch in a row! These quesadillas are stuffed with chicken, pinto beans, tomatoes, green onions, and of course plenty of…
Got leftover chicken? Turn it into the BEST Chicken Flautas! Tender and juicy seasoned chicken, wrapped up in a tortilla and deep fried. Come to mama. Top them with green avocado sauce, dunk it in some sour cream, sprinkle it with Pico de Gallo and cotija cheese, and you’ve got the most amazing Mexican feast.…
This authentic homemade Green Enchilada Sauce recipe is surprisingly easy to make. You need tomatillos, tomato’s shy cousin who is hiding some incredible flavor behind those crinkly coats. They have that flavor you will recognize right away. You also need Anaheim chili peppers, cilantro, lime, onion, jalapeno, all the good stuff. Roast it, blend it…
There are chicken enchiladas, and then there are THESE Chicken Enchiladas. The secret to this recipe is having flavor in every layer: Tender, flavorful chicken, wrapped up in charred, buttery corn tortillas, and then smothered in a tangy Green Enchilada Sauce made with roasted peppers and tomatillos. And of course, the final layer: two kinds…
Making restaurant quality, authentic Mexican Rice is so much easier than you think. And SO much better. You will be judging future Mexican restaurants on their rice after making this, no joke. It has a secret ingredient that is key. It’s the perfect side for entrees like Chicken Tacos, Carne Asada, Chicken Fajitas, or even…
Chicken Tortilla Soup is usually the thing at a Mexican restaurant that I WANT to order, but can’t, because tacos. (I mean, you get this, right?) But I’m tellin you guys, don’t sleep on this recipe. IT’S SO GOOD. Like a party in your mouth. It’s perfectly spiced, creamy, warm and comforting, and healthy to…
These Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies could also be called Chocolate Snickerdoodles. A moist and tender chocolate cookie, with slightly crisp edges and a perfectly crackly top, rolled in cinnamon sugar for the perfect chocolate-cinnamon combo! Originally published August 24, 2018. I just bought a dresser from someone on Craigslist yesterday. Charlotte and Truman share a…
Pozole has always been one of my favorite soups. It’s a Mexican soup made with tender pork, hominy, and a rich red chili broth. When I can tear myself away from tacos long enough, it’s my go-to order at an authentic Mexican restaurant. I’ve NEVER been able to replicate this soup at home; it’s always…
You might think Taco Salad is one of those throw-it-together, last minute, nothing-else-to-eat kind of meals. WRONG. Taco Salad is a show-stopper dinner, if you do it right. Plus it’s healthy! I’ll show you all my tips (and the best ingredients) for Taco Salad, Done Right. Plus two taco salad dressing recipes to choose from!…
I have been trying for YEARS to come up with a homemade version of my favorite store bought taco seasoning, but could never get it quite right. I have finally nailed it! Hallelujah! Behold: the easiest, most delicious blend of seasonings for your taco meat, that makes juicy, flavorful tacos. There is a secret ingredient…
Do you know how to cook rice on the stove? It’s actually SO easy to make rice in a pot. I promise you don’t need a fancy rice cooker appliance! If you’re tired of burned, mushy, bland rice, we are going to fix that today! I will show you step by step exactly how I…
This corn dip recipe tastes just like an elote (Mexican street corn). It is the perfect combo of sweet corn and savory tart cheese. Plus it’s a lot easier to eat AND you get tortilla chips. Win! Originally published June 16, 2017. My cousin Lani has been making this corn dip for every family get-together…
Nobody says no to 7 Layer Dip, right? I mean how could you?? Spicy bean dip on the bottom, sour cream, guacamole, tomatoes and cheese, you just can’t beat it. I have a few tips to take your 7 layer dip to the next level, read on! Originally posted September 11, 2018. Have you ever…
I have tried several recipes for Cilantro Lime Rice–they all tasted the same as regular rice, with maybe some vague limey notions. I don’t ever want the lime in my life to be vague. This recipe, also known as Arroz Verde (Green Rice) brings the zip! We start with aromatic basmati rice, add a couple…
