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19 Mexican Chicken Recipes For Cinco de Mayo

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If you’re tired of boring chicken dishes, these Mexican chicken recipes are just what you need to spice things up for Cinco de Mayo! From tasty soups to crispy tostadas, there’s something here to make your celebration extra special. These dishes are full of bold flavors that’ll turn dinner into a fiesta.

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Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Enchiladas Verdes served on a decorative clay plate and topped with cheese and cilantro.
Enchiladas Verdes. Photo By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Chicken Enchiladas Verdes are simple and tasty with tangy green sauce—just right for a fast and flavorful Cinco de Mayo meal.
Get Recipe: Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Red Chicken Pozole

Red Chicken Pozole served in a decorative blue plate and surrounded by the toppings.
Red Chicken Pozole. Photo Credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Red Chicken Pozole is a warm and cozy dish with tender chicken, hominy, and chile sauce—this stew brings big flavor to your Cinco de Mayo table.
Get the Recipe: Red Chicken Pozole

Chicken in Creamy Chipotle

A white plate with a serving of chicken with Mexican creamy chipotle salsa and white rice, garnished with fresh cilantro. The dish is placed on a white cloth napkin on a wooden table. Some additional cilantro leaves are scattered on the table.
Pollo al Chipotle. Photo Credit: Mama Maggie’s KItchen

Chicken in Creamy Chipotle Sauce is rich and smooth with just the right amount of spice, making this Cinco de Mayo dinner a total win.
Get the Recipe: Chicken in Chipotle Sauce

Red Chicken Tamales

Several red chicken tamales wrapped in corn husks are arranged on a colorful green ceramic plate with orange and yellow patterns.
Red Chicken Tamales. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Red Chicken Tamales are packed with shredded chicken and spicy sauce, wrapped in soft masa—just the kind of traditional treat everyone loves on Cinco de Mayo.
Get Recipe: Red Chicken Tamales

Chicken Fajita Nachos

Chicken Fajita Nachos served in a bowl and topped with jalapeno slices.
Chicken Fajita Nachos. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Chicken Fajita Nachos are stacked with flavor, combining sizzling fajita-style chicken and melty cheese—these nachos are a fun and easy Cinco de Mayo crowd-pleaser!
Get Recipe: Chicken Fajita Nachos

Chicken Tinga Tostadas

A chicken tinga tostada topped with green lettuce and sitting on a cutting board.
Tinga. Photo Credit: Mama Maggie’s KItchen

Chicken Tinga Tostadas are perfect for Cinco de Mayo with their crispy base and spicy chicken topped with zesty chipotle tomato sauce—like a flavor party in every bite!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tinga Tostadas

Chicken Enchiladas Suizas

Two chicken enchiladas suizas served on a plate and topped with chopped cilantro.
Chicken Enchiladas Suizas. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Chicken Enchiladas Suizas are creamy, cheesy, and loaded with chicken, making them the ultimate comfort food for your Cinco de Mayo dinner.
Get the Recipe: Enchiladas Suizas

Pollo a la Diabla (Mexican Deviled Chicken)

Chicken legs covered in a red sauce and sitting in a metal stockpot.
Pollo a la Diabla. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Pollo a la Diabla (Mexican Deviled Chicken) turns up the heat with a spicy chile sauce—this fiery dish adds bold flavor to your Cinco de Mayo spread.
Get the recipe: Pollo a la Diabla

Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales

A chicken tamal on a corn husk and on a plate next to a fork and salsa.
Instant Pot Chicken Tamales. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales bring festive vibes to Cinco de Mayo with their soft corn dough, savory chicken filling, and delicious salsa verde, all wrapped in a corn husk.
Get Recipe: Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales

Ensalada de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Salad)

A plate of shredded chicken in creamy sauce, inspired by Mexican chicken recipes, surrounded by tortilla chips. Garnished with a pickle and a slice of carrot on the side, all served on a rustic wooden surface.
Ensalada de Pollo. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Ensalada de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Salad) is a creamy and easy dish that’s perfect for sharing during Cinco de Mayo picnics or potlucks.
Get the recipe: Ensalada de Pollo

Pollo Pibil (Yucatan-Style Chicken)

Pollo Pibil (Yucatan Style Chicken) tacos on a clay plate topped with Mexican pickled onions.
Pollo Pibil. Photo Credit: Mama Maggie’s KItchen

Pollo Pibil (Yucatan-Style Chicken) is slow-cooked in achiote and banana leaves, and it makes the perfect tacos to serve up on Cinco de Mayo.
Get the recipe: Pollo Pibil

Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup)

A bowl of Mexican chicken soup with a variety of vegetables including carrots, celery, zucchini, and a piece of corn on the cob. A spoon rests in the bowl, and a lime wedge and cilantro are placed on the wooden table beside the bowl.
Caldo de Pollo. Photo by Mama Maggie’s KItchen.

Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup) is a warm, comforting bowl of goodness that’s perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a cozy, homey feel.
Get Recipe: Caldo de Pollo

Empanadas de Pollo (Chicken Empanadas)

Chicken empanadas stacked up together on a wooden cutting board.
Chicken Empanadas. Photo by Mama Maggie’s KItchen

Empanadas de Pollo (Chicken Empanadas) have flaky golden crusts and savory chicken inside, making them a fun and tasty finger food for Cinco de Mayo parties.
Get the recipe: Empanadas de Pollo

Chicken Chile Rellenos

Four roasted poblano peppers stuffed with a creamy, cheesy filling, topped with melted, lightly browned cheese and small vegetable pieces, are arranged in a white ceramic baking dish on a wooden surface.
Chicken Chile Rellenos. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Chicken Chile Rellenos are stuffed with goodness and full of flavor, making them a must-have for any Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Chile Relleno

Albondigas de Pollo (Chicken Meatball Soup)

Albondigas de Pollo (or Chicken Meatball Soup) served in a decorative Mexican blue plate and topped with cilantro and sliced jalapeno.
Albondigas de Pollo. Photo Credit: Mama Maggie’s KItchen

Albondigas de Pollo (Chicken Meatball Soup) has chicken meatballs simmered in a tasty tomato broth—it’s cozy, delicious, and perfect for a Cinco de Mayo feast.
Get the Recipe: Albondigas de Pollo

Chicken Mole Nachos

Chicken Mole Nachos served on a sheet pan and next to sour cream, cilantro leaves, and a bag of chips.
Chicken Mole Nachos. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Chicken Mole Nachos are a fun way to use leftover chicken—just pile it on chips, drizzle with mole, and you’ve got an easy Cinco de Mayo snack.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Mole Nachos

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

A bowl of creamy chicken chipotle pasta topped with chopped herbs is placed on a wooden cutting board. Nearby, a small bowl filled with more chopped herbs and a white and blue checkered cloth napkin are visible.
Cheesecake Factory Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta is a creamy, spicy dish that’s great for dinner and perfect for adding a little heat to your Cinco de Mayo night.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

Grilled Achiote Chicken

A plate with two grilled chicken thighs covered in a thick, dark glaze, garnished with chopped herbs. Beside the chicken is a serving of refried beans and two lime halves on the side. The plate has a blue and white pattern, and rests on a wooden surface with sprigs of cilantro.
Grilled Achiote Chicken. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Grilled Achiote Chicken is juicy and full of flavor, straight from the grill—this one’s great for an outdoor Cinco de Mayo cookout.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Achiote Chicken

Pollo en Crema (Creamy Chicken)

A colorful ceramic dish holds a serving of chicken in a Mexican creamy mushroom sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro. The dish is placed on a white napkin with a sprig of cilantro on the side. The background features a rustic wooden table.
Pollo en Crema. Photo Credit: Mama Maggie’s KItchen

Pollo en Crema (Creamy Chicken) mixes tender chicken with a rich mushroom sauce, making it a comforting meal to serve on Cinco de Mayo.
Get the recipe: Pollo en Crema

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About Maggie Unzueta

Maggie Unzueta is the face behind In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been publishing Mexican recipes and creating delicious recipes since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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