15 exquisite Mexican chicken recipes

Mexican chicken recipes abound: from typical stews like tinga to versions with this meat like mixiotes, birria, or even a pastor trompo, along with very simple dishes like chicken milanesa, but with a different twist, chicken is undoubtedly the most versatile and easy meat to cook. Take advantage of these 15 Mexican chicken ideas and you'll have a new dish for many days, to add variety to your meals.

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Chicken with purslanePurslane is an edible and medicinal plant, rich in iron, potassium, magnesium, vitamins A, B, and C, and is native to Asia. In Mexico, it is considered an ideal quelite for various stews and is usually cooked with a green sauce along with chicken, as well as pork.View recipe
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Chicken milanesa with moleMilanesas are a daily dish in Mexican homes and probably in some other parts of the world. This time, we present a chicken milanesa accompanied by a very easy and quick mole to prepare, which will give it a different twist.View recipe
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Chicken birriaGive a twist to your classic beef birria and dare to prepare this delicious homemade chicken birria with ingredients you surely have at home. In just 2 steps, you will prepare this delicious and nutritious chicken birria, without oil and with few calories. This chicken recipe is economical and generous, and tastes better accompanied by onion, cilantro, limes, and tortillas.View recipe
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Pastor chicken trompoKnowing how to make pastor meat will be very useful for having your own tacos at home and being able to make them to your taste and with chicken. The pastor preparation is a tradition that currently has variations in the recipe for the marinade and the meat; however, it remains an excellent Mexican dish. Enjoy this recipe for pastor chicken trompo with your family and with the homemade flavor that only you can give.View recipe
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Pink mole with chickenWith this pink mole recipe, you will learn to make it from scratch, frying almonds, peanuts, chilies, and then grinding everything together. This mole with chicken is traditional from the state of Guerrero, getting its pink color from beetroot, and this peculiar dish also has versions with hibiscus and different chilies.View recipe
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Red chicken enchiladasRed chicken enchiladas are a typical Mexican recipe, ideal for breakfast on the weekend with your family. Enchiladas are a very flavorful preparation, with a delicious homemade taste.View recipe
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Homemade chicken mixioteMixiote is a Mexican preparation, whose main characteristics are steaming and some protein marinated in spiced sauce. For this mixiote recipe, we will use chicken and nopales, and the sauce is prepared with guajillo chili, ancho chili, green tomato, and spices.View recipe
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Mole manchamanteles with chickenIf you still don't know how to make mole manchamanteles, with this easy recipe you'll have it ready this weekend. It is a light mole made with ancho chili, seeds, and spices. This dish is traditionally prepared with pork loin and slices of plantain and pineapple (or some other types of fruit, depending on the recipe), but for this manchamanteles recipe, we will use chicken pieces like thighs and legs.View recipe
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Chicken salbutes in green and red sauceSalbutes are a traditional dish from Yucatecan cuisine, but this version is adapted so you can prepare them with a filling of chicken stew in green and red sauce, making them ideal for patriotic celebrations, although they are also a perfect Mexican snack for the weekend.View recipe
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Drowned chicken tacos in red saucePrepare this recipe for delicious golden chicken tacos, drowned in a red sauce that will make you lick your fingers. These drowned tacos are perfect for you to make this afternoon, for lunch, they will be crispy and you won't regret it.View recipe
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Creamy poblano strips with chickenDon't miss out on preparing this generous and delicious dish of creamy poblano strips with corn and juicy chicken fajitas. An ideal dish for a taquiza or for a meal with friends, serve with white rice and salad.View recipe
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Chicken tingaThis is one of the typical Mexican dishes, and here we leave you an easy recipe, which is a great option for a budget-friendly meal on any day of the week and even for a taquiza.View recipe
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Aztec chicken cake with poblano sauceIs there a better mix than chicken with poblano chili? Treat your family to this delicious recipe for Aztec Chicken Cake with Poblano Sauce, which is prepared filled with strips, corn, and creamy sauce. Plus, you can gratin it with asadero and manchego cheese.View recipe
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Enfrijoladas with chicken and chorizoThis delicious recipe for Enfrijoladas with Chicken and Chorizo, which you can serve with an extra bean and avocado sauce, is very easy to make and is a great dish for breakfast or lunch.View recipe
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Chipotle chicken molletesMolletes with cheese are a versatile dish since you can add different ingredients and make delicious variations; like this time we made a preparation of chicken with bacon, cream, and chipotle chili.View recipe