Hello to all the lovers of easy weeknight dinners! I gathered 23 Mexican Crockpot recipes that deliver big flavors with minimal effort.
You just need to dump everything in the pot and let the magic happen while you handle your day.
1. Slow Cooker Beef Burritos
You might wonder how burrito making happens in a slow cooker without creating chaos. The trick is making just the filling in the pot.
I suggest getting a little messy though. Once the beef finishes cooking, fill your tortillas and bake them under a layer of tomato sauce and cheese.
It tastes just like enchiladas.
2. Crockpot Tamale Pie
I meet so many people who claim they dislike cornbread because of one dry experience. My goal involves proving them wrong immediately.
Cornbread pairs perfectly with chili since the slight sweetness balances the savory meat and beans. You can even use jalapeño cornbread to take the flavor profile up a notch.
3. Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn
Fans of corn on the cob know it is hard to mess up such a simple side dish. Butter and salt usually get the job done.
However, you should make chili powder and garlic salt your new normal. A splash of lime juice and crumbly cotija cheese really brings it all home.
4. Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup
Sometimes I find myself in the mood for something incredibly creamy and cheesy. This soup features chunks of juicy chicken swimming in a dreamy mixture.
The combination of enchilada sauce with cream cheese and mozzarella hits the spot every time.
5. Slow Cooker Mexican Rice (Spanish Rice)
My rice cooker broke recently so I started making rice sides in the slow cooker. The machine makes cooking grains a total breeze.
This recipe tastes particularly delicious because the grains simmer in stock and tomatoes. The method infuses every single bite with maximum flavor.
6. Crispy Pork Carnitas (Mexican Slow Cooked Pulled Pork)
Carnitas involves slow cooking pork before frying or baking it to achieve a wonderful crispy edge. Half the meat melts in your mouth while the other half offers a perfect crunch.
The flavoring sets this dish apart from standard pulled pork recipes. You typically include orange juice to give the meat an incredible zesty sweetness.
7. Slow Cooker Caldo de Pollo
We can all agree that chicken soup heals the soul. You can easily elevate the classic comfort food by adding fresh lime juice and a few chilis.
The zesty citrus brings a whole new level of freshness to the bowl. It elevates the dish with total ease.
8. Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
I am a huge fan of fajitas loaded with plenty of chicken and peppers. Salsa helps cook the meat while infusing it with flavor right inside the pot.
A drizzle of lime and honey at the end truly changes the game.
9. Crockpot Mexican Casserole
I cannot decide if I love the colors or the flavors of Mexican food more. Every dish looks bright and inviting on the table.
This casserole delivers on taste while remaining pretty darn healthy. You can enjoy an extra scoop guilt free thanks to the ground turkey and quinoa.
10. Slow Cooker Mexican Picadillo Recipe
This meal is definitely not your Grandma’s beef stew. It features a wonderful background spice and golden raisins for a surprising sweet pop.
The meat cooks in a blend of stock and tomatoes for several hours. Your beef will fall apart and burst with flavor by dinnertime.
11. Mexican Hot Chocolate
A pinch of chili makes this decadent little drink immeasurably better. I love how the added heat complements the chocolate.
This recipe skips the sugary packets in favor of real cocoa powder. The result tastes sinful, rich, and absolutely dreamy.
12. Slow Cooker Creamy Fiesta Chicken
This fantastic dish reminds me of a Mexican chicken curry. It features a wonderful creamy sauce that tastes amazing served alongside rice.
I suggest avoiding frozen chicken because it changes the consistency. You can easily adjust the spice level by choosing a different salsa.
13. Chile Relleno Dip
You can easily adapt this skillet recipe for your slow cooker. Just incorporate all the ingredients and let them melt on low for about 90 minutes.
Roasting the peppers is essential so please do not skip that step. The dip can be super spicy or mildly warm depending on your choice of chilis.
14. Slow Cooker Enchilada Stack
People often call this dish Mexican lasagna because it uses tortillas instead of pasta sheets to create distinct layers. You simply cook the beef and stir a few ingredients together.
The pot ends up full of beef and bean lasagna loaded with plenty of cheese.
15. Crockpot Tortilla Soup
I prefer my soup either pureed smooth or loaded with extras. A simple broth is fine but I need veggies to make the meal filling.
This recipe contains no shortage of fillings like black beans and corn. Crunchy corn tortillas sit right on top of the tomatoes and chicken.
16. Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup
This dish delivers all the goodness of chicken fajitas in soup form. I use a selection of peppers to keep the bowl as colorful as possible.
You can leave out the jalapeños if you dislike spicy food. Heat lovers should choose a spicy salsa to really give the broth a kick.
17. Crockpot Mexican Lasagna Stack Up
Anyone on the lookout for meatless meals should try this recipe. You can easily add faux chicken or tofu and nobody will even know.
The salsa and beans hide the meat substitute perfectly. Even the heartiest carnivores will have a hard time noticing the difference.
18. Chili’s Queso (Slow Cooker Version)
I would be totally happy eating nothing but queso and chips for dinner. This recipe tastes just like the original version.
You will want to whip this up all the time. Cut the cheese into cubes so it melts faster and add jalapeños if you like it spicy.
19. Slow Cooker Chicken Pozole
This traditional Mexican soup tastes so hearty and delicious. Poblano peppers have been a favorite ingredient of mine for years.
I suggest adding extra chicken to the pot and letting it all cook together. You can pull the extra meat out to save for later while shredding the rest for the soup.
20. Chile Verde Stew in the Slow Cooker
Chili verde is actually quite simple to make. You just need roasted tomatillos and peppers along with cilantro and oregano.
The veggies need a little love during prep for the best results. Pouring the sauce over fork tender pork makes the effort so worth it.
21. Slow Cooker Salsa
Making homemade salsa might seem like an unnecessary step. However, store bought jars often contain too much sugar or lack the right spice level.
Making your own is the best way to control the flavor profile. I highly recommend roasting the veggies before adding them to the pot to deepen the flavor.
22. Slow Cooker Refried Beans
Refried beans can be relatively simple if you just mash them with seasoning. I prefer to go all out since they make an incredible side for enchiladas.
This recipe uses slightly charred caramelized onions to provide real depth of flavor. A bit of butter adds some silky richness to the bowl.
23. Crockpot Mexican Meatballs in Chipotle Sauce
Meatballs are always a favorite for the whole family. They fly off the plate whether you serve them with marinara or a creamy sauce.
This recipe for Mexican meatballs is the best for anyone addicted to heat. I love the smoky spice from the adobo peppers.