https://www.kyleecooks.com/category/southwestern/ simple. homemade. delicious. Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:15:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://www.kyleecooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/cropped-new-favicon-32x32.png https://www.kyleecooks.com/category/southwestern/ 32 32 https://www.kyleecooks.com/spanish-rice/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/spanish-rice/#respond Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=74371 This easy Spanish rice recipe is just like what you get at your favorite Mexican restaurant - fluffy, flavorful, and done in 30 minutes.]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/spanish-rice/feed/ 0 https://www.kyleecooks.com/flour-tortillas/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/flour-tortillas/#respond Sat, 19 Apr 2025 17:09:54 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=69783 This homemade flour tortilla recipe is one I’ve tinkered with for years, and it finally hits the sweet spot: easy to roll, super flexible, and soft with just the right amount of chew. They come together fast with simple pantry ingredients, but the flavor and texture feel like something you’d get at your favorite local […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/flour-tortillas/feed/ 0 https://www.kyleecooks.com/salmon-tacos/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/salmon-tacos/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=68961 Taco night just got a serious glow-up! These salmon tacos combine a flaky, spiced fish with a creamy slaw made with juicy pineapple. Add some cotija cheese, and you’ve got a dinner that brings the wow factor. They’re great for weeknight family dinners, but fancy enough to serve to guests. They come together fast, and […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/salmon-tacos/feed/ 0 https://www.kyleecooks.com/baked-chicken-tacos/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/baked-chicken-tacos/#comments Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=63421 These baked chicken tacos are your answer to quick, easy, and delicious weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. With crispy shells, flavorful chicken, melty cheese, and fresh toppings, they’ll be a hit every single time! Loving Tacos? Try my Baja Shrimp Tacos, or my Ground Turkey Tacos too! These baked chicken tacos are the perfect solution […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/baked-chicken-tacos/feed/ 1 https://www.kyleecooks.com/ground-beef-enchiladas/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/ground-beef-enchiladas/#respond Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=60007 Ground Beef Enchiladas are a tasty and easy-to-make meal. Soft tortillas are filled with seasoned ground beef, onions, beans, and green chilies, rolled up and covered in enchilada sauce and cheese. Check out my green and white chicken enchiladas, shrimp tacos, and baked chicken chimichangas, too! I used to think enchiladas were so complicated, but […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/ground-beef-enchiladas/feed/ 0 https://www.kyleecooks.com/baja-shrimp-tacos/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/baja-shrimp-tacos/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=59012 These Baja Shrimp Tacos bring that fresh coastal vibe to every bite, and my family absolutely loves tacos. Season up succulent shrimp with Baja spices, fry or grill them then then wrap in a warm tortilla with tangy and crisp cabbage slaw made with cilantro and lime. This is such an easy dinner that can […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/baja-shrimp-tacos/feed/ 1 https://www.kyleecooks.com/ground-turkey-tacos/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/ground-turkey-tacos/#respond Tue, 19 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=55840 These are super flavorful Ground Turkey Tacos! A perfect blend of lean turkey, spices, and fresh toppings for a quick, delicious meal that’s great for any taco night! I would love to say these turkey tacos are an alternative to ground beef tacos for those who don’t eat red meat, or want a leaner protein, […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/ground-turkey-tacos/feed/ 0 https://www.kyleecooks.com/ultimate-nachos/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/ultimate-nachos/#respond Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=56858 These Ultimate Nachos are just the thing for game night, movie marathons, or any time a snack-for-dinner situation is calling your (and my) name. Crispy tortilla chips get loaded up with taco-seasoned meat, beans, melty cheese, tomatoes, and all your favorite toppings. Love shareable snacks? Try Mini Taco Bites, Pulled Pork Nachos, Loaded Fries, or […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/ultimate-nachos/feed/ 0 https://www.kyleecooks.com/tuna-salad/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/tuna-salad/#comments Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=20690 Crunchy and full of flavor – this is not your average tuna salad recipe! Fresh ingredients like jalapeño, onion, tomatoes, and celery all feature in this spicy Tuna Salad recipe! Try my easy, creamy Tuna Pasta Salad for another version! One of my favorite things to have on hand during the week is any kind […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/tuna-salad/feed/ 9 https://www.kyleecooks.com/taco-bites/ https://www.kyleecooks.com/taco-bites/#comments Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.kyleecooks.com/?p=54472 These mini taco bites are a simple and adorable way to serve one of everyone’s favorite dishes as an appetizer instead of a main! The scoops are a perfect vessel for people to pick up, pop in their mouths, and enjoy a twist on taco night with just one bite. Need something more hearty? Try […]]]> https://www.kyleecooks.com/taco-bites/feed/ 2