Mexican & Southwestern

Mexican and Southwestern are probably one of my favorite types of cuisines.

We have recipes that are inspired by these flavors like our party style Mango Slaw that’s good for dips and great on fish tacos! We also have popular recipes like our Tequila Lime Chicken and our Southwestern Instant Pot Chicken and Quinoa!

These dishes are perfect for a Cinco De Mayo Celebration!

Image of sheet pan breakfast tostada with lots of southwestern toppings.

Sheet Pan Breakfast Tostadas

January 22, 2020

Image of a jar of freshly homemade salsa verde, shot from above. A wooden spoon is in the jar as well.

How to Make Salsa Verde

January 20, 2020

Image of a beautiful cranberry margarita in a salt rimmed glass, garnished with a lime wedge, an orange wedge, and fresh cranberries.

Cranberry Margarita Recipe

November 25, 2019

Image of vegan sweet potato tacos on a platter with charred corn, onions and cilantro, and avocado. A glass of beer sits next to the platter.

Crispy Sweet Potato Tacos – Vegan

November 13, 2019

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Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

September 30, 2019

image of bright and colorful mango slaw, the perfect slaw for fish tacos, in a white bowl with a black spoon. Garnished with a lime.

Mango Slaw – perfect slaw for fish tacos

August 12, 2019

image of a classic taco salad recipe on a plate with a black and white linen and wooden serving utensils in the background of the photo.

Taco Salad Recipe – with optional homemade dressing

June 27, 2019

Image of colorful vegan tacos, shot from above with pickled onions, cilantro, avocado, and lime.

Vegan Tacos with Roasted Carrots, Mushrooms, Quinoa, and Black Beans

March 25, 2019

This zesty and flavorful tequila lime chicken marinade is reminiscent of a margarita and perfect for making grilled chicken for fajitas. You're going to love it!

Tequila Lime Chicken Marinade

September 17, 2018

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7 Layer Dip Recipe – THE BEST!

September 10, 2018

cilantro lime instant pot quinoa

Instant Pot Quinoa | Plain and Cilantro Lime Recipes

April 23, 2018

These easy vegetarian cauliflower tacos are full of flavor and protein! Even meat-lovers are going to flip over these fun tacos. Whether it's for Meatless Monday or a full-on vegetarian lifestyle, you're going to love these! They're also easy to make vegan. Make them tonight!

Cauliflower Tacos with Chickpeas – Vegetarian

February 28, 2018

Sheet pan fajitas are great for busy weeknights and also great for bigger crowds! You'll love this hands-off approach to fajitas! Get the recipe on rachelcooks.com!

Sheet Pan Fajitas – Easy Recipe for Chicken Fajitas! | with video

February 22, 2018

These Shrimp Tacos are a refreshing taste of the tropics thanks the zesty avocado, mango and pineapple salsa. They're easy to make and are a hit for any party or taco night. The extra salsa is amazing on chips or sprinkled on a salad!

Shrimp Tacos with Avocado, Mango and Pineapple Salsa

January 17, 2018

This Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup with Noodles is cozy, comforting and easy to make. You'll love the twist on classic enchiladas with thick, hearty noodles swimming in a delicious broth. Get the recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup with Noodles

January 10, 2018

A complete meal that's made in one pot and is ready in 30 minutes, healthy, and full of flavor -- this Instant Pot chicken is a weeknight lifesaver!

Southwestern Instant Pot Chicken and Quinoa

October 23, 2017

The chili powder and cumin coating on these oven roasted sweet potatoes makes them absolutely perfect in burrito bowls, on tacos, or on their own! They're great with eggs at breakfast, too. Get the simple recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes – Southwestern Style

October 18, 2017

In a rush? This 30 minute One Pot Taco Pasta with Ground Turkey and Black Beans is here to save the day! It's creamy, satisfying, and the pasta cooks in the same pan as everything else! Get the healthy 30 minute recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Taco Pasta – One Pan, Healthy, 30 Minutes – With Video

October 4, 2017

Chicken and black beans make this Southwestern Quinoa Bowl an incredibly filling and healthy lunch or dinner. It's ideal if you do meal prepping! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Southwestern Quinoa Bowl with Chicken

March 20, 2017

Ridiculously easy and perfect for game day, handheld refried bean dip is a hearty appetizer that everyone loves. Let your guests add their own toppings. Get the fun appetizer recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Refried Bean Dip with Cheese — Easy and Handheld!

January 30, 2017

Perfect for parties or a busy weeknight, these turkey enchilada slow cooker meatballs are easy to make, healthy, and so flavorful! Get the recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Turkey Enchilada Slow Cooker Meatballs with Cheese

December 28, 2016

Perfect any time of year, but super perfect on your Christmas cookie tray, these Mexican Chocolate Cookies are an easy sweet and just slightly spicy slice-and-bake shortbread recipe. Get the Christmas cookie recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Mexican Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

December 2, 2016

Switch up the chicken soup routine with this easy and flavorful slow cooker 5 ingredient enchilada verde soup. Made in the slow cooker! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Slow Cooker Green Enchilada Soup (5 ingredient!)

October 24, 2016

Mix up your routine with a southwestern twist on a classic chicken salad recipe. You can prep it on the weekend - it's quick, easy and incredibly filling. Get the healthy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe – with video

September 26, 2016