7+ Mexican recipes that also double as comfort food

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There’s nothing like a good Mexican dish. Authentic Mexican food is full of flavor and overwhelming aromas but what if you combine Mexican food with comfort food. You not only get all the best that Mexico has to offer but after your meal, you’re left with a feeling of being satisfied and full.
Check out these recipes below that offer you the finest tastes of Mexico but will leave you will all the comforting tastes of home.
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1. Mexican corn casserole
Mexican corn is a delicious dish but it can take a lot of time to make this authentic street food. The corn needs to be grilled before being slathered in mayonnaise and dusted with paprika and cilantro. For those who don't have a grill or simply don't want to spend the time making it, there is an easier way. This recipe takes all of those delicious flavors and packs them into a casserole that's much easier to make than corn on the cob and doesn't take a lot of time. Get the recipe here.
2. Beef enchilada casserole
This enchilada casserole offers all the flavors of enchiladas without the tedious effort of rolling them. You can use ready-made enchilada sauce with great results, but you can also make it with the recipe provided if you are feeling adventurous. Get the recipe here.
3. Burrito pie
Burrito pie is everything you love about burritos, without all the fussing of assembling them and making sure they're rolled just right so they don't fall apart in the oven. In this dish, ground beef is mixed with the perfect taco seasonings, black beans, and frozen corn before being piled into a casserole dish with flour tortillas and salsa. Get the recipe here.
4. Frito corn salad casserole
If you're looking for the ultimate potluck side dish, then you've come to the right place. This recipe takes classic corn salad and makes it even better . I know – I wasn't sure that was possible! The addition of crunchy, flavorful Fritos makes this corn salad addictively good. I hope you're ready to hand out the recipe at every backyard barbecue this summer or potluck when the weather turns colder. Get the recipe here.
5. Roast chicken stacked enchilada suizas in a casserole
Poblano peppers, tomatillos and give this casserole fresh green color and a bright zippy flavor. The sauce is warm, but not spicy. If you’d like to punch it up you can add a jalapeno or two to the roasting pan in step one. If you can find fresh tomatillos they’re delicious in this dish, substitute 12 medium sized fresh ones for the can. Get the recipe here.
6. Chicken enchilada casserole
You'll never order Mexican take-out again after you try this recipe. It's just as good as anything you can get at a restaurant, for a fraction of the price. Not only that, but this cheesy chicken enchilada casserole is quick and easy to make, too. Who doesn't love a one-pan meal that's ready in 30-minutes? It really makes cleanup a breeze, so you can spend time with your family at the table instead of time cleaning the kitchen. Get the recipe here.
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7. Slow cooker shredded chicken tacos
Shredded chicken is crazy easy to make in the slow cooker. It only requires two ingredients – chicken and stock – and doesn't take too long if you don't put too much chicken inside. Once you have shredded chicken, you can use it to make the tacos in the recipe that follows. If you still have some, you can add it to salads, burritos, sandwiches or casseroles. Get the recipe here.
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