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    6 Tex-Mex Recipes So Good, You’ll Forget Takeout Exists

    Published: Jul 1, 2025 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · Leave a Comment

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    These bold, flavor-packed dishes bring the heat, the cheese, and everything you love about Tex-Mex…all without the hassle. From creamy comfort food to spicy weeknight wins, these recipes are fast, family-approved, and seriously hard to beat.

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    • Cilantro Lime Pork Tacos
    • Cheesy Mexican Chicken Spaghetti
    • Copycat Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme
    • Sour Cream Enchiladas
    • Fiesta Chicken Foil Packets
    • Chicken Taco Casserole
    • Mexican Street Corn Casserole
    • Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw
    • Frito Taco Bake
    • Crescent Roll Frito Taco Pie
    • Taco Lasagna

    Cilantro Lime Pork Tacos

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    If you love tacos, you’ll LOVE these Cilantro Lime Pork Tacos! Simple to prepare using the slow cooker and packed with flavor!!

    RECIPE HERE

    Cheesy Mexican Chicken Spaghetti

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    Cheesy Mexican Chicken Spaghetti is a Tex Mex version of classic Chicken Spaghetti Casserole! A quick and easy casserole perfect for busy weeknights or having guests over! Creamy pasta with shredded chicken, salsa, taco seasoning, shredded cheese, and more! Comfort food at its finest!

    RECIPE HERE

    Copycat Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme

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    Looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect any time of day? Look no further than this copycat recipe for Taco Bell’s famous Crunchwrap Supreme! Packed with all your favorite ingredients, including seasoned beef, nacho cheese, lettuce, tomato, and crunchy tostada shells, this Copycat Crunchwrap Supreme is sure to be a hit with everyone and may even be BETTER than the original!

    RECIPE HERE

    Sour Cream Enchiladas

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    Sour Cream Enchiladas are made with flour tortillas, shredded chicken, Mexican cheese, green chiles, and an amazing sour cream sauce! There’s no need to hit up the restaurants. You can serve your family authentic Tex Mex any night of the week with this easy recipe!

    RECIPE HERE

    Fiesta Chicken Foil Packets

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    These Fiesta Chicken Foil Packets come together in no time and make clean-up a breeze. Seasoned chicken, veggies, beans, and more! It’s the perfect dinner recipe!

    RECIPE HERE

    Chicken Taco Casserole

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    This easy Chicken Taco Casserole combines all the flavors of classic chicken tacos, only made into a flavor packed casserole! The perfect Tex Mex meal for any occasion! With a creamy chicken taco filling, crushed tortilla chips, cheesy layers throughout, and any toppings desired, this casserole is bound to be a new family favorite!

    RECIPE HERE

    Mexican Street Corn Casserole

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    This Mexican Street Corn Casserole has all the flavors of Mexican street corn, just off the cob! A one pan side dish that is sure to be a hit with everyone!

    RECIPE HERE

    Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw

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    This delicious Mexican Street Corn Coleslaw recipe combines the flavors of traditional Mexican street corn with the convenience of a quick and easy side dish. Perfect for any summer BBQ or picnic!

    RECIPE HERE

    Frito Taco Bake

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    This Frito Taco Bake is a quick and easy meal that is packed with flavor! Taco seasoned ground beef combined with a cheesy sauce and Fritos; this walking taco casserole is comfort food at its finest. Perfect for busy weeknights and lazy weekend meals!

    RECIPE HERE

    Crescent Roll Frito Taco Pie

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    This savory Frito Taco Pie recipe is a classic casserole-style dish that combines taco meat, cheese, and sour cream nestled between layers of fluffy crescent rolls and topped with crunchy corn Fritos. This easy-to-make dish is comfort food at its finest and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner! 

    RECIPE HERE

    Taco Lasagna

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    Combine two delicious dishes into one with this mouthwatering Taco Lasagna Recipe. Layers of seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, beans, salsa, and flour tortillas make for a satisfying and easy-to-make meal. Perfect comfort food for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or as a freezer meal! Top with some homemade guacamole or serve with my Mexican Corn Casserole!

    RECIPE HERE

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