Mexican Casseroles & One-Dish Dinners

Mexican casseroles have been a total sanity saver for me, because here’s the thing: They’re flavorful and quick and easy to prep. Thanks to the bright flavors of cilantro, lime, and other classic ingredients we love in Latin cooking, our favorite Mexican casseroles offer something a little different. And, yes, they’re also filled with plenty of the good stuff (like lots of cheese) that make casseroles a cold-weather crowd pleaser in the first place. I also love that these casseroles freeze so well. I can make a few on Sunday, and then pop one in the oven before dinner on a busy weeknight.

Another plus: My kids, even the pickiest one, will actually eat these filling dinners without complaining, which I consider a total win. A meal that’s easy and whine-free? Sign me up.

Inspired to start cooking now? Check out my favorite Mexican casserole recipes (and other Latin-inspired one-dish dinners), and get ready to watch your kids clean their plates. Hey, maybe they’ll even help you in the kitchen the next time you’re whipping one of these casseroles up. A mom can dream anyway.

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31 Latin Inspired Casseroles for Winter

Fiesta Noodle Enchilada Casserole

$Fiesta Noodle Enchilada Casserole$

This flavorful casserole looks like a party on your plate.

Get the recipe at Peas and Crayons.

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Beef Lettuce Wraps

$Beef Lettuce Wraps$

Instead of pastry, you can fill any kind of leafy green, from romaine lettuce to kale, with this hearty casserole filling.

Get the recipe on Homecooking Memories.

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Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Bake

$Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Bake$

This delicious tortilla chicken bakes to perfection in less than an hour.

Get the recipe on Frugal Momeh.

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Fajita Quinoa Bake

$Fajita Quinoa Bake$

Quinoa adds healthy protein to this one-dish dinner.

Get the recipe on Two Healthy Kitchens.

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Baked Mexican Ravioli Casserole

$Baked Mexican Ravioli Casserole$

This dish is what comfort food dreams are made of -- and you don't have to thaw or boil the pasta before you bake it.

Get the recipe on Two Healthy Kitchens.

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Chicken Burrito Bowls with Hatch Chile Rice

$Chicken Burrito Bowls with Hatch Chile Rice$

This veggie-filled dish is a great way to make the most of your Farmer's Market finds.

Get the recipe on Home Cooking Memories.

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Creamy Avocado Enchiladas

$Creamy Avocado Enchiladas$

Nobody will miss the meat with you serve this rich-and-tasty vegetarian casserole.

Get the recipe on Farm Fresh Feasts.

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Mexican Lasagna

$Mexican Lasagna$

Kids like lasagna? Serve a fresh twist on the classic favorite with this warm-and-cheesy dish.

Get the recipe on Home Cooking Memories.

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Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

$Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas$

Quick, easy, and tasty, too? Sounds like a winner to us.

Get the recipe on Texas Type A Mom.

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Slow Cooker Mexican Macaroni and Cheese

$Slow Cooker Mexican Macaroni and Cheese$

Think of this one-dish dinner as mac 'n' cheese with a kick that the whole fam will enjoy.

Find the recipe on Snappy Gourmet.

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Black Bean and Vegetable Ranch Casserole

$Black Bean and Vegetable Ranch Casserole$

Here's another vegetarian meal idea that the whole fam will be into.

Get the recipe on Blommi.

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Easiest Enchiladas

$Easiest Enchiladas$

This filling one-dish dinner whips up with just six ingredients -- all of which you probably already have in your kitchen.

Get the recipe on Six Dollar Family.

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Shredded Beef and Chile Casserole

$Shredded Beef and Chile Casserole$

For kids that don't mind a little heat, this casserole is a must-try.

Get the recipe on Amanda's Cookin'.

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Gluten-Free Tex Mex Lasagna

$Gluten-Free Tex Mex Lasagna$

This easy dish has all the delicious flavors of lasagna with a zesty kick.

Get the recipe on Blommi.

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Stuffed Pasilla Peppers

$Stuffed Pasilla Peppers$

Peppers are filled with beef, cheese, veggies, and lots of seasonings for an irresistible dinner.

Get the recipe on Fearless Dining.

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Turkey Enchilada Pie with Mashed Potato Crust

$Turkey Enchilada Pie with Mashed Potato Crust$

A mouthwatering crust puts an unbeatable spin on classic turkey enchiladas.

Get the recipe on Fearless Dining.

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Low Carb Chicken Enchiladas

$Low Carb Chicken Enchiladas$

This tasty one-dish dinner is made with low-carb tortillas and without the fatty canned soup.

Get the recipe on Kalyn's Kitchen.

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Green Chile & Chicken Mock Casserole

$Green Chile & Chicken Mock Casserole$

Chiles are used in place of torillas to make this easy chicken dish.

Get the recipe on Kalyn's Kitchen.

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Chicken Chilaquiles

$Chicken Chilaquiles$

Chilaquiles aren't just for breakfast. This fiesta casserole is perfect for lunch or dinner.

Get the recipe on Healthy Seasonal Recipes.

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Turkey Picante Pie

$Turkey Picante Pie$

This amazing pie is a tasty way to use up leftover turkey.

Get the recipe on Just Us Four Blog.

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Paleo Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole

$Paleo Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole$

A homemade tortilla sauce gives this healthier spin on enchiladas delicious flavor.

Get the recipe on Just Us Four Blog.

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Arroz Con Pollo

$Arroz Con Pollo$

This veggie-filled arroz con pollo recipe is another wonderful way to enjoy seasonal veggies.

Get the recipe on Big Girls, Small Kitchen.

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Chicken Enchiladas in Green Sauce

$Chicken Enchiladas in Green Sauce$

This amazing enchilada dish is rich and creamy -- perfect for a cold wintry night.

Get the recipe on Created by Diane.

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Chorizo and Bean Nachos

$Chorizo and Bean Nachos$

Whether it's game time or dinnertime, these nachos are sure to be a hit.

Get the recipe on Recipe Girl.

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Green Rice with Chicken

$Green Rice with Chicken$

Get them to eat their greens (well, sort of) with this simple one-post dish.

Get the recipe on Marla Meredith.

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Cheesy Chicken Chorizo and Rice Casserole

$Cheesy Chicken Chorizo and Rice Casserole$

Chicken chorizo offers a lighter variation of the classic stuff, and it's just as tasty in this simple dinner dish.

Get the recipe on Feed Me Phoebe.

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Chile Rellenos Strata with Chorizo

$Chile Rellenos Strata with Chorizo$

Make this mouthwatering meal idea for a quick weeknight dinner, or enjoy it for brunch.

Get the recipe on Kitchen Treaty.

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Lightened Up Enchiladas

$Lightened Up Enchiladas$

Enjoy all the delicious flavors of enchiladas -- with fewer calories and less fat.

Get the recipe on The Naptime Chef.

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Vegetable Enchiladas

$Vegetable Enchiladas$

You can fill these enchiladas with all of your favorite veggies (and lots of cheese, of course!).

Get the recipe on Brooklyn Supper.

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Chorizo Potato Tortilla

$Chorizo Potato Tortilla$

This delicious casserole also has eggs, making it a tasty choice for breakfast or dinner.

Get the recipe on Dinner with Julie.

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Chicken Potato Enchiladas

$Chicken Potato Enchiladas$

Potatoes add a fresh spin to classic chicken enchiladas -- but the zesty sauce is just as good as it is in the original recipe.

Get the recipe on Momtastic.

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