Homemade Chicken Taco Seasoning

Create a flavor for your tacos with this easy homemade chicken taco seasoning. Perfectly balanced with spices, this seasoning will elevate your chicken tacos to a new level of deliciousness. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s a pantry staple you’ll love.

Why You’ll Love This Chicken Taco Seasoning

  • Flavorful: Combines a perfect blend of spices for a rich, authentic taste.
  • Easy to Make: Simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.
  • Versatile: Great for tacos, burritos, fajitas, and more.
  • Cost-Effective: Cheaper than store-bought mixes with no added preservatives.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)

Instructions

  1. Measure the Spices: Gather all the spices and measure them accurately.
  2. Mix: In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Store: Transfer the mixed seasoning to an airtight container or spice jar for storage.

Serving Suggestions

  • Tacos: Use this seasoning to marinate chicken before cooking for flavorful tacos.
  • Burritos: Add to your chicken burrito fillings for an extra kick.
  • Fajitas: Season chicken strips and sauté with bell peppers and onions.
  • Salads: Sprinkle over chicken for a spicy salad topping.

How to Store Chicken Taco Seasoning

Store your homemade chicken taco seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. It will stay fresh for up to six months.

Additional Tips

  • Adjust the Heat: If you prefer a milder seasoning, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
  • Freshness: Use fresh spices for the best flavor.
  • Customization: Feel free to tweak the quantities to suit your taste preferences.
  • Usage: Approximately 2 tablespoons of seasoning per pound of chicken.

Homemade Chicken Taco Seasoning

Recipe by Rose HernandezCourse: SeasoningCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

tablespoons
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking timeminutes
Calories

8

kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

  • Measure all the spices.
  • Mix them in a bowl.
  • Store in an airtight container.

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