Looking for Easy Cinco de Mayo Recipes the Whole Family Will Love?
Cinco de Mayo is the perfect reason to break out something fun and flavorful for dinner—and we’ve got you covered with three simple and delicious Cinco de Mayo recipes that are family-approved and easy to make on a busy weeknight.
Whether you’re planning a small celebration or just want to switch up your usual dinner routine, these recipes bring the flavors of the holiday to your kitchen without the stress. We’re talking comforting Chicken Enchiladas, fresh sides with a twist, and simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
If you’re on the hunt for easy Cinco de Mayo recipes that don’t require hours in the kitchen (because who has time for that?), you’re in the right place. Let’s make dinner festive, fun, and doable.
The three easy recipes are below. Enjoy!
Chicken Enchilada Bake
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350. Cut chicken into cubes. Season with salt & pepper. Heat oil in large skillet & cook chicken until browned, about 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in beans, 1/2 cup pasta sauce, & 1/2 cup of cheese. Remove from heat. Combine remaining pasta sauce & salsa in separate bowl & spread 1 cup across a 13 x 9 baking dish. Place two tortillas over sauce & then spread half of chicken mix on top. Make another layer of tortillas and then top with remaining chicken, cheese & sauce. Cover with foil and bake for 25 mins. Serve with a bit of sour cream, if desired.
BEEF ENCHILADA SKILLET
Ingredients
Method
- Melt butter in pan & add flour. Stir until blended. Add milk & broth and stir until smooth. Add mushrooms & stir sauce over heat until slightly thickened, about 3 to 4 mins. Remove from heat, season with salt & pepper, and set aside. Heat large skillet over med/high heat. Add beef and onion; cook until beef is browned, stirring to crumble, about 5 mins to 8 mins. Add the mushroom sauce, salsa, sour cream, taco seasoning and 1/2 cup of cheese to skillet. Stir in tortillas pieces. Bring to low boil, stirring frequently, then reduce heat. Simmer for another 5 mins. To serve, place chopped romaine on plates and top with beef mixture and remaining cheese. Serve with extra salsa, if desired.
Easy Turkey Enchiladas
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375. Spray 13 x 9 baking dish with cooking spray. In bowl mix sour cream, salsa, cheese, & onion. Reserve 1 cup of this mixture. Add chopped turkey leftovers to salsa mix and spread over each tortilla. Roll up & place in baking dish seam side down. Spread the 1 cup of reserved salsa mix over tortillas. Bake for 10 minutes. Serve with extra sour cream and salsa, if desired.Other options: you could also add some black beans, frozen corn, or chopped bell peppers to the turkey/salsa mixture.
- Preheat oven to 375. Spray 13 x 9 baking dish with cooking spray. Heat oil in skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add turkey and cook for 3 to 5 minutes each side. Remove from skillet, let cool, and chop into pieces. In separate bowl mix sour cream, salsa, cheese, & onion. Reserve 1 cup of this mixture. Add chopped turkey to salsa mix and spread over each tortilla. Roll up & place in baking dish seam side down. Spread the 1 cup of reserved salsa mix over tortillas. Bake for 10 minutes. Serve with extra sour cream and salsa, if desired.
Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone!
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