Jul 14 2026

Pick 2 Combo Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Served with Mexican rice & refried beans. Choose your item: Taco, burrito, enchilada, chiquita quesadilla, chicken tamal, or cheese chile relleno.

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Ingredients

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Base Items

Method

Preparing the Base Items

  1. 1

    Cook the Ground Beef

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and add a splash of water. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Shredded Chicken

    In a separate pot, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the shredded chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Cook the Refried Beans

    In a small saucepan, heat the refried beans over medium heat until warm, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Mexican Rice

    Heat the Mexican rice according to package instructions or make it from scratch. Combine with spices if desired.

Assembling Your Combo

  1. 5

    Taco Assembly

    Take a tortilla, fill it with cooked ground beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, onions, and a dollop of sour cream. Fold and serve.

  2. 6

    Burrito Assembly

    Lay a tortilla flat, add a generous amount of refried beans, ground beef or shredded chicken, cheese, and a spoonful of salsa. Roll tightly and serve.

  3. 7

    Enchilada Assembly

    Fill a corn tortilla with shredded chicken, roll it up, and place it in a baking dish. Top with green chili and cheese. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.

  4. 8

    Chiquita Quesadilla Assembly

    Place cheese in between two tortillas and cook on a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted. Cut into wedges and serve.

  5. 9

    Chicken Tamal Assembly

    Fill a tamal with shredded chicken and steam according to instructions until heated through.

  6. 10

    Cheese Chile Relleno Assembly

    Stuff a roasted pepper with cheese, dip in egg batter, and fry until golden. Serve with a side of refried beans and rice.

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