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Mexican Meals in Minutes

Updated May 21, 2007
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Make it Mexican tonight with these simple, savory dishes.

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Chicken-and-Black Bean Chimichangas

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Chicken-and-Black Bean Chimichangas Recipe

Upgrade your burritos by crisping them in a skillet.

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Zucchini and Bean Burritos

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Zucchini and Bean Burritos Recipe

The bean mixture acts as a barrier between the tortilla and the zucchini, so the burritos stay crisp.

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Turkey Taco Burritos

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Turkey Taco Burritos Recipe

Speedy assembly and bold, familiar flavors earn these burritos a regular place in the dinner rotation. For an extra boost, char the tortillas on a stovetop burner before you assemble the burritos.

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Chicken Quesadilla

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Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

This kid-friendly quesadilla requires just 6 ingredients.Ā 

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Black Bean Tostadas

Black Bean Tostadas Recipe

Feel free to riff on this recipe by adding whatever you have on hand, including lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, or chopped cucumber.

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Beef and Bean Taco Salad

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Beef and Bean Taco Salad Recipe

To help keep the tortillas in the shape of a bowl, keep the ramekins on the pan when you flip the tortillas over, and use them as supports to help prop up the tortilla bowls.

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20-Minute Chicken Enchiladas

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20-Minute Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

This Mexican meal comes together quickly. All you have to do is prepare the sauce, shred a rotisserie chicken, and pop the enchiladas in the oven for a few minutes.

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Smoky Steak Fajitas

Credit: Randy Mayor; Styling: Claire Spollen

Smoky Steak Fajitas Recipe

Fajitas can be a little boring, don't you think? Not when they're topped with this savory onion and bell pepper mixture. This nutritious meal can be on your table in 30 minutes!

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Cheese Quesadillas

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Cheese Quesadillas Recipe

Prepare these kid-friendly quesadillas on the grill for a smoky flavor and pretty presentation. Stuff with cooked chicken breast, veggies, or additional cheese, if desired.

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Mexican Chorizo Hash

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Mexican Chorizo Hash Recipe

This breakfast-for-dinner skillet gets heat from spicy Mexican chorizo. Don't stir the potatoes too much as they cook so they crisp in the pan.

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Spicy Tortilla Soup with Shrimp and Avocado

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Spicy Tortilla Soup with Shrimp and Avocado Recipe

Chipotle chile and fire-roasted tomatoes lend smokiness to this speedy tortilla soup recipe.

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Speedy Huevos Rancheros

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Speedy Huevos Rancheros Recipe

You can make delicious Huevos Rancheros in minutes if you use store-bought salsa and canned refried beans.

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Lime-Cilantro Pork Tacos

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Lime-Cilantro Pork Tacos Recipe

This one-dish skillet supper takes very little time to prepare. Fill warmed soft tacos with the spicy pork and onion mixture then finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

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Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

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Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette Recipe

This no-cook salad is loaded with good-for-you veggies, roasted chicken breast, and crunchy chips. Prepare the vinaigrette up to 3 days ahead and store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

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Black Bean and Chicken Chilaquiles

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Black Bean and Chicken Chilaquiles Recipe

This traditional Mexican breakfast requires only 8 ingredients and can be enjoyed at any time of day. Serve with a mixed green salad topped with diced avocado, tomato wedges, and olives.

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Chile-Cheese Rice Burritos

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Chile-Cheese Rice Burritos Recipe

Roll up flour tortillas with rice, cheese, and vegetables. This family favorite dish pairs well with a side of refried beans.

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Cheesy Corn-and-Black-Bean Quesadillas

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Cheesy Corn-and-Black-Bean Quesadillas Recipe

These quick quesadillas are easy, simple, and delicious.

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Turkey Tamale Potpie

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Turkey Tamale Potpie Recipe

Capture the flavors of your favorite tamale recipe in a casserole. This hearty turkey tamale potpie takes under 40 minutes to prepare from start to finish.

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Tex-Mex Beef Tacos

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Tex-Mex Beef Tacos Recipe

Add some pizazz to traditional soft tacos by including corn kernels and black beans in the filling. The mixture also works well in crunchy corn taco shells.

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1 of 19 Chicken-and-Black Bean Chimichangas
2 of 19 Zucchini and Bean Burritos
3 of 19 Turkey Taco Burritos
4 of 19 Chicken Quesadilla
5 of 19 Black Bean Tostadas
6 of 19 Beef and Bean Taco Salad
7 of 19 20-Minute Chicken Enchiladas
8 of 19 Smoky Steak Fajitas
9 of 19 Cheese Quesadillas
10 of 19 Mexican Chorizo Hash
11 of 19 Spicy Tortilla Soup with Shrimp and Avocado
12 of 19 Speedy Huevos Rancheros
13 of 19 Lime-Cilantro Pork Tacos
14 of 19 Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
15 of 19 Black Bean and Chicken Chilaquiles
16 of 19 Chile-Cheese Rice Burritos
17 of 19 Cheesy Corn-and-Black-Bean Quesadillas
18 of 19 Turkey Tamale Potpie
19 of 19 Tex-Mex Beef Tacos

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