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20 Easy and Tasty Mexican Chicken Recipes

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Mexican chicken dishes are known for their incredible flavor, using a mix of simple spices and fresh ingredients. These recipes show how easy it is to bring those amazing tastes to your own kitchen. You can bake it, grill it, or simmer chicken in a rich sauce for a comforting meal. From soups and stews to tacos and enchiladas, there’s a delicious option here for any night of the week. They are all satisfying and perfect for sharing with family and friends.

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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

Chicken is marinated in achiote paste and citrus, then wrapped and baked until tender. Pollo Pibil is a traditional, tender, and uniquely flavored dish.
Get the recipe: Pollo Pibil

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

This traditional stew is made with chicken, hominy, and a rich red chile broth. Red Chicken Pozole is a festive and incredibly comforting meal.
Get the Recipe: Red Chicken Pozole

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

These enchiladas are baked under a creamy tomatillo sauce and melted cheese. Chicken Enchiladas Suizas are a rich, tangy, and crowd-pleasing 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

Chicken is cooked in a fiery red sauce made with several types of dried chiles. Pollo a la Diabla is a bold and very spicy dish for heat lovers.
Get the recipe: Pollo a la Diabla

Sopa de Pollo con Fideos

A bowl of soup with noodles, chicken, and lime slices, garnished with chopped herbs. A hand holds a spoon lifting some noodles. A small dish with herbs and chopsticks is in the background, placed on a checkered cloth.
Sopa de Pollo con Fideos. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

This is a light chicken soup with thin noodles, carrots, and potatoes. Sopa de Pollo con Fideos is a simple, soothing, and classic Mexican comfort food.
Get Recipe: Sopa de Pollo con Fideos

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

This fusion dish combines Mexican flavors with pasta in a creamy chipotle sauce. Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta is a uniquely tasty and easy weeknight meal.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

Salpicon de Pollo

Two tostadas of Salpicon de Pollo topped with avocado slices and surrounded by cilantro leaves and jalapenos.
Salpicon de Pollo. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Shredded chicken is tossed in a bright lime vinaigrette with onions and cilantro. Salpicón de Pollo is a refreshing, cold chicken salad often served on tostadas.
Get Recipe: Salpicon de Pollo

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.

Chicken is marinated in a bright red, citrusy achiote paste before grilling. Grilled Achiote Chicken has a beautiful color and a tangy, earthy flavor.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Achiote Chicken

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 Credit: Mama Maggie’s KItchen

This simple, clear soup is filled with chicken, vegetables, and fresh herbs. Caldo de Pollo is the ultimate comforting and healing Mexican chicken soup.
Get Recipe: Caldo de Pollo

Empanadas de Pollo (Chicken Empanadas)

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

Flaky pastry dough is filled with a savory shredded chicken mixture and baked. Empanadas de Pollo are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
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

Poblano peppers are stuffed with seasoned chicken and cheese, then battered and fried. Chicken Chile Rellenos are a delicious and impressive stuffed pepper dish.
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

This hearty soup is filled with tender chicken and rice meatballs in a savory broth. Albondigas de Pollo is a classic, comforting Mexican soup.
Get the Recipe: Albondigas de Pollo

Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales

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

A seasoned chicken filling is wrapped in masa dough and steamed in corn husks. Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales are a traditional and special occasion dish.
Get Recipe: Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales

Chicken Torta, or Torta de Pollo

Three Mexican chicken tortas sitting in a basket with a white napkin.
Chicken Torta. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

This is a substantial Mexican sandwich on a soft roll with shredded chicken and toppings. A Chicken Torta is a filling and flavorful handheld meal.
Get Recipe: Chicken Torta

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. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

This creamy salad mixes shredded chicken with vegetables like corn and peas. Ensalada de Pollo is a popular dish for parties and potlucks.
Get the recipe: Ensalada de Pollo

Chicken Tinga Tostadas

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

Shredded chicken is cooked in a smoky, slightly spicy tomato chipotle sauce. Chicken Tinga Tostadas are a crunchy, delicious, and easy-to-assemble dinner.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tinga Tostadas

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

Corn tortillas are rolled around chicken and covered in a tangy green tomatillo sauce. Chicken Enchiladas Verdes are a beloved, zesty, and cheesy casserole.
Get Recipe: Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

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 Cilantro. Photo Credit: Mama Maggie’s KItchen

Chicken is simmered in a rich, smoky sauce made with cream and chipotle peppers. Pollo al Chipotle is a simple yet incredibly flavorful weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Chicken in Chipotle Sauce

Caldo Tlalpeño

Caldo Tlalpeño served in a white bowl and topped with avocado and cheese.
Caldo Tlalpeño. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

This is a robust chicken soup with vegetables, chickpeas, and a smoky chipotle pepper. Caldo Tlalpeño is a deeply flavorful and satisfying one-pot meal.
Get Recipe: Caldo Tlalpeño

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

Chicken is cooked in a simple, creamy sauce with poblano peppers and corn. Pollo en Crema is a mild, comforting, and family-friendly dish.
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.