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Cilantro lime chicken

Add to ❤ Favorites Cilantro lime chicken is a zesty Mexican inspired marinated dish with a subtle sweetness and a fresh pop of flavor that is just insanely delicious. Ingredients for 6-8 servings 6-8 chicken breasts boneless skinless -trimmed of any fat Marinade 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons fresh lime zest 6 cloves garlic minced 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup cilantro leaves chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander Read the Instructions here

Chicken fajitas

Add to ❤ Favorites This is the recipe for making chicken fajitas, not tortillas, and it calls for just a few ingredients because the key here are the spices. You will be in mexican heaven. Ingredients for 4 servings 21 oz (600 gr) chicken breast1 white onion2 garlic cloves1 red bell pepper1 yellow pepper1 orange pepper10 mushrooms fresh3 tsp oregano dry3 tsp cumin powder1 tsp chili flakes1 tsp hot paprika1 tsp cayenne pepper1 1/2 tbsp (0.80 oz) (22 gr) brown sugarSalt and black pepper to taste2 limes or lemons Read the Instructions here

Conchas: Mexican Pan Dulce

Add to ❤ Favorites Sweet rolls topped with a crunchy sweet vanilla or chocolate layer. Ingredients for 12 servings Bread 4 fl oz whole milk (1/2 cup)4 oz unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly (1/2 cup)3 eggs room temperature1 pkt instant yeast (2 1/4 tsp)2.5 oz sugar (1/3 cup)17 oz all- purpose flour (3 1/2- 3 3/4 cups)3/4 tsp salt Topping 5 oz all- purpose flour +extra (1 cup)2.5 oz powdered sugar (2/3 cup)4 oz unsalted butter softened (1/2 cup)1/2 tsp baking powder1 Tbsp vanilla1 Tbsp cocoa powder Read the Instructions here

Short Rib Enchiladas Roja

Add to ❤ Favorites Garnish the enchiladas roja with sliced avocado, radish, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime and dig in. Or you know, just grab a fork and go to town. Ingredients for 6-8 servings Short ribs 2 lb short ribssalt and pepper1 tbsp oil½ onion, peeled and chopped into big chunks1 tbsp garlic, minced2 tbsp chili powder1 tbsp cumin1 tsp oregano, driedpinch of cinnamon3 tbsp tomato paste1 chipotle pepper, canned1 cup chicken broth1 cup beer Remaining ingredients 8 corn tortillas2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese2 tbsp cilantro for garnish2 radish, thinly sliced for garnish2 tbsp cotija Read the Instructions here

Mexican Stuffed Shells

Add to ❤ Favorites These quick and easy vegetarian Mexican Stuffed Shells are filled with black beans, corn, red pepper, red onion, quinoa, enchilada sauce and PLENTY of melty pepper jack cheese. Garnish with all your favorite taco night toppings and get ready for your family to ask for seconds! Ingredients for 40 stuffed shells 12 oz. jumbo shells, cooked al dente 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small red onion, diced 1 red pepper, diced 1 (15 oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (15 oz.) can corn, drained 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 cup cooked quinoa 2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chiles in adobo 8 oz. shredded pepperjack cheese, divided 4 oz. shredded cheddar cheese 28 oz. can enchilada sauce Garnish: sour cream fresh chopped cilantro sliced jalapeno Read the Instructions here

Quick and Easy Tortilla Bake

Add to ❤ Favorites This tortilla bake is made using a combination of naturally low fat turkey, vegetables and beans for maximum flavour and goodness. It’s quick and easy to prepare and perfect as a healthy weeknight dinner the whole family will love. Ingredients for 5 servings 500 g ground turkey approx. 7% fat1 red onion roughly chopped1 red bell pepper roughly chopped1 green bell pepper roughly chopped3 garlic cloves peeled, roughly chopped1 green chili pepper roughly chopped3 tbsp olive oil plus 2 more for drizzling on top400 g chopped tomatoes canned250 g black beans from a can2 tbsp tomato paste2 tbsp sweet chili sauce1 tsp ground coriander, cumin and coarse sea salt each⅔ tsp onion granules130 g mature cheddar coarsely grated5 tbsp freshly chopped cilantro/coriander3 large tortilla wraps Read the Instructions here

Mexican Rice and Black Beans

Add to ❤ Favorites A hearty and healthy rice and bean dish that is easy to make and ready to serve in 30 minutes! Ingredients for 4 servings 2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup yellow onion diced1 large poblano pepper diced1 large clove garlic minced1 cup medium grain white rice uncooked2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon sea salt1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper2 tablespoons tomato paste2 cups vegan chicken-style broth15 ounces canned black beans rinsed and drained Read the Instructions here

Sweet Mexican Cornbread Recipe

Add to ❤ Favorites This Sweet Mexican Cornbread Recipe is moist and perfect for your favorite chili recipes. It’s sweet and savory which makes it absolutely delicious! Ingredients for 16 servings 2 sticks butter salted1 cup granulated sugar4 eggs1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup cornmeal2 Tablespoons baking powder¼ teaspoon salt7 oz can chopped green chilies16 oz can creamed corn1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Read the Instructions here

Avocado and Sweet Potato Wraps

Add to ❤ Favorites These wraps are great eaten hot or cold, so feel free to pop them in a lunchbox – you may have the fanciest lunch in your office, but it’ll be worth it. I’d let the roasted veggies cool before packing it up though – cook them the night before if you’re short on time. Ingredients for 2 servings 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced 1 tbsp oil Salt Black pepper 2 bell peppers, cut into thin slices (I used red and green) 1 tbsp mayonnaise 1/2 tbsp basil pesto 2 large flour tortillas 1 avocado, sliced 2 small handfuls fresh rocket (arugula) Read the Instructions here  

Cream Cheese Chicken Empanadas

Add to ❤ Favorites Shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, corn and jalapenos fill flaky pastry crust for a play on jalapeno poppers. Ingredients for 32 servings Pastry: 4 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 tablespoon coarse salt ¾ cups cold unsalted butter, cubed 1 + ¼ cups ice water Filling: 8 ounces full fat or light cream cheese 2 overflowing cups cooked shredded chicken ⅓ cup sour cream 1 + ½ cups fresh shredded sharp cheddar cheese 4 ounce can diced jalapenos, drained ½ cup corn coarse salt and fresh black pepper, to taste 1 beaten egg 1 tablespoon milk or water Read the Instructions here  

Beef Burrito Rice Skillet

Add to ❤ Favorites This easy, delicious rice skillet filled with burrito ingredients is sure to be a hit at your next fiesta or weeknight dinner. Ingredients for 4 servings 1 lb lean ground beef 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1 cup long grain white rice 2 cups beef or chicken broth 1 14.5oz can RO*TEL, drained 1 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Topping options: sour cream, chopped cilantro, avocado. sliced jalapenos Read the Instructions here  

Healthy Taco Zucchini Boats

Add to ❤ Favorites Step aside, tortillas! There’s a new edible conveyor belt for all that meaty, cheesy, guacamole goodness and it comes in the form of zucchini boats. Ingredients for 4 servings 4 medium zucchini 1 pound ground turkey 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 Tablespoons tomato paste 1/2 cup reduced fat shredded Mexican blend cheese 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Guacamole, for serving Salsa, for serving Read the Instructions here