Southwest cuisine is all about bold flavors and vibrant colors. From tacos to enchiladas, these easy and delicious recipes bring the heat and the flavor. Enjoy the classic flavors of Mexican dishes like chile rellenos and fajitas, or explore the unique flavors of Tex-Mex dishes like chili con carne and nachos. Whether you're looking for something light and healthy or a hearty feast, these Southwest recipes are sure to satisfy. Spice up your dinner table with these mouth-watering dishes that are sure to become new favorites.
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Make this delicious Corn, Cheese and Chili Tamales with Tomatillo-Avocado Salsa! Prep the tamales and salsa up to 1 day...
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Corn, Cheese and Chili Tamales With Tomatillo-Avocado Salsa
recipe by: Galley_Wench on 12th Dec 2011
Prep Time: 45 Minutes
Cook Time: 3 Hours
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This chili was the Vegetarian Network of Austin's entry in the 2011 Lone Star Vegetarian Chili Cook-Off. We also...
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Lentil Chili
recipe by: AustinVegLivi... on 19th Dec 2011
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
I was going around the Net today reading healthy recipes at many sites. This was from The Daily Meal which is connected...
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Healthy Chicken Nacho Bake
recipe by: Laury on 1st Mar 2012
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Crock Pot Gingered Pork Wraps- slow cooked pork, cabbage, mushrooms and hoisin sauce wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect...
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Crock Pot Gingered Pork Wraps
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 24th Jan 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 Hours
This quick and easy appetizer uses toasted baguettes, spicy cheese dip, bacon, scallions and jalapenos. Perfect for game...
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Jalapeno Popper and Bacon Crostini
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 31st Jan 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 8-12 Minutes
This easy, healthy Black Bean Chicken with Rice is perfect for busy weeknights! A quick and tasty meal from Taste of...
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Black Bean Chicken With Rice
recipe by: Misa on 1st Mar 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Healthy and delicious Black Bean & Rice Enchiladas! Perfect for Meatless Mondays. A flavorful dish made with bell...
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Black Bean & Rice Enchiladas
recipe by: Misa on 1st Mar 2012
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Enjoy a delicious meatless dinner with Southwest Bean and Rice Wraps. Use your imagination to add chicken, pork, shrimp,...
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Southwest Bean and Rice Wraps
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 7th Feb 2012
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 15-25 Minutes
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This Mexican-inspired dish is a delicious and easy way to make tilapia. Serve over black beans and rice and garnish with...
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Mexican Tilapia over Black Beans and Rice
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 12th Feb 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30-40 Minutes
Try this delicious Pizza Salad for your next potluck, family dinner, picnic, or BBQ! Combines fresh mozzarella,...
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Pizza Salad
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 21st Feb 2012
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 Minutes
Enjoy a unique and flavorful twist on tacos with this Pork Soft-Shell Tacos recipe! Filled with pork tenderloin,...
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Pork Soft-Shell Tacos
recipe by: Misa on 1st Mar 2012
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
A Mexican-inspired black bean and roasted red pepper salad that can be served warm or chilled. Perfect as a topping,...
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Black Bean and Roasted Red Pepper Salad - Topping #2
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 26th May 2012
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
This Mexican-inspired black bean chicken stir fry is a simple weeknight meal. Marinate the chicken with taco seasoning...
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Mexican Black Bean Chicken Stir Fry
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 4th Jul 2012
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Make individual nacho pouches with chips, beans, cheese, salsa, and your favorite toppings for a fun, easy, and...
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Chicken or Beef Individual Nacho Pouches
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 5th Jul 2012
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 Minutes
I don't remember where I found this recipe, but I think it's from a food blog. Saving it here so I don't lose it.
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Butternut Squash and Black Bean Tortillas
recipe by: KathyD on 19th Oct 2011
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
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Refreshing and sweet, this Plum Agua Fresca is an easy recipe to make with ripe plums, lemon or lime juice, water or...
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Plum Agua Fresca
recipe by: Engrossed on 16th Jul 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Due to lack of ingredients, a few changes were made to the original recipe which I found in the 2002 Taste of Home Quick...
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Salsa Chicken Soup
recipe by: Chef... on 27th Jul 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
I found this recipe in the TOH's 2009 The Best Of Country Cooking Annual Recipes. It was sent into them by Diane...
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Hominy Meatball Stew
recipe by: Chef... on 31st Jul 2012
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
I found this in the 2003 Taste of Home Annual Recipes cookbook. It was sent to them by Norma Grogg of St. Louis,...
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Chili for 2
recipe by: Chef... on 3rd Aug 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
One of my favorite sandwiches. Now, I use flour tortillas for this; but you can use your favorite wrap flavor for this....
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Blacked Fish Wraps, Pickled Onions, and a Spicy Yogurt Sauce
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 11th Sep 2012
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 Minutes
Creamy, cheesy and spicy. A perfect and different recipe for making chicken leg quarters.
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Southwest Chicken with Chipotle Cream
recipe by: Sue on 26th Feb 2013
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
This delicious Arroz con Queso is a Mexican-style side dish that's easy to prepare in a crock pot. Made with...
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Sarasota's Arroz con Queso
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 20th Sep 2012
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 7-9 Hours
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Quick and easy vegetarian Crock Pot Make Ahead Freezer Burritos! Filled with beans, vegetables, potato, and spices;...
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Crock Pot Vegetarian Make Ahead Freezer Burritos
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 20th Sep 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 4 Hours
A light, fresh cucumber vinaigrette with honey, lime, and a touch of red pepper flakes. Perfect for topping grilled fish...
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Cucumber Vinaigrette Topping/Sauce
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 22nd Sep 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
A delicious and easy crock pot Mexican beef ragu over pan-fried polenta. Topped with cheese, cilantro, scallions and a...
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Crock Pot Mexican Beef Ragu over Polenta
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 24th Sep 2012
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 7-9 Hours
Make 12 hearty burritos with sausage, potatoes, vegetables, eggs, and cheese. Perfect for freezing and microwaving for...
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Loaded Sausage, Egg, Potato, and Spinach Burritos
recipe by: Kchurchill5 on 28th Sep 2012
Prep Time: 10-15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20-30 Minutes
A smoky and spicy chowder made with your own roast chicken, bacon, red potatoes, bell pepper, chipotle chiles, cilantro,...
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Smoky Chipotle Chicken Chowder
recipe by: Sue on 2nd Mar 2013
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 2 Hours
Tender chicken, spinach, and Mexican spices rolled in corn tortillas, smothered in enchilada sauce, and topped with...
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Chicken and Spinach Enchiladas
recipe by: Sue on 3rd Mar 2013
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 130 Minutes
