Craving tacos tonight?
Yes, please. Below are a dozen reader-favorite taco recipes that are easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for any occasion.
You’ll find a variety of options here: beef, pork, chicken, shrimp and fish tacos; vegetarian choices; quick 30-minute meals and slow-cooked fillings; breakfast tacos; and trendy quesatacos. Whether you want something light, something indulgent, or a family-friendly weeknight dinner, this collection has plenty of tasty ideas.
If you want to elevate taco night even further, consider making homemade flour or corn tortillas to serve alongside. Add chips and salsa, guacamole, refried beans, a simple Mexican-style salad, and refreshing drinks for a complete spread.
Let’s get cooking!
Birria Tacos
“These were soooooo good! Living in San Diego my whole life I have eaten A LOT of tacos… these were some of the best birria tacos I’ve had. Not too hard to make and the flavor was just so good. My husband couldn’t stop drinking the broth. Definitely something I want to make again!” -Stacey
Carnitas Tacos
“I made this. I’d love to say I served it in warm tortillas with salsa and other toppings but I could not stop eating it STRAIGHT FROM THE PAN. A 4 lb roast will cook down to about 2 lbs of carnitas. Seriously, this may be the last instant pot recipe I ever need.” -Karla
Mushroom “Carnitas” Tacos
“I made these yesterday and they are so good!! They came out of the oven looking like shredded chicken. This recipe is definitely a keeper! Thank you!” -Nadia
Shrimp Tacos
“These tacos are SOOOO good. I wasn’t sure I would like the cilantro lime slaw or the crema but when you put it all together, it’s delicious. I’ve made these twice and they were a hit with both groups.” -Mary
Salmon Tacos with Juicy Citrus Salsa
“Omg, THESE WERE AMAZING. I have to admit, I’m not the biggest fan of salmon, so I was a little iffy about these…but all of the flavors together were fantastic. We really loved the salsa!” -Katie
Carne Asada Tacos
“This recipe was incredible! My husband had 3 servings and is still raving about them! Thank you so much for sharing, we will definitely be making these again!” -Gina
Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos
“Made these last night and they were so good! And it’s such an easy, adaptable recipe. These will definitely be making a regular appearance on our table! Thanks!” -Diana
Easy Cochinita Pibil Tacos
“I made this Cochinita Pibil recipe and could not be happier! It was delicious and we loved our tacos. I made enchiladas with the leftover meat and sauce. Thanks for a great and easy recipe.” -Chris
Chicken Tinga Tacos
“Wow, these genuinely were so easy to make. We served them with your refried beans and chips with fresh salsa verde and everyone loved them!” -Maggie
Crispy Baked Fish Tacos
“These tacos are SO MUCH YES! One of the best recipes I’ve made in months and hands down the best fish taco recipe I’ve ever made. The slaw, the sauce, the breading on the fish—everything came together perfectly.” -Caroline
Mole Chicken Tacos
“Our family is obsessed with this mole sauce! We alternate between using it in these tacos and burrito bowls and everyone always loves it.” -Katrina
Easy Breakfast Tacos
“My boyfriend and I make these every Saturday morning now for brunch and always look forward to them. We usually add in some bacon too which I very much recommend!” -Beth