Chicken Taco Seasoning

I use about 2 heaping spoons of chicken taco seasoning every time I make chicken tacos. Since I am not a fan of store-bought spice mixes, I make my own! I also use this recipe for chicken fajitas and other chicken dishes; it's so easy to make and convenient.

Chicken Taco Seasoning

I always find it more budget-friendly, convenient and even fresher to make my own spice blend.

Another reason I make my own seasoning is that I prefer to leave out the salt so I can control the saltiness of my different dishes. This isn’t possible with most store-bought seasonings, so I make all my seasoning blends without salt.

What's In This Recipe

Here are all the ingredients I used to make this recipe (check the photo above); you will find the complete information on ingredients and quantities in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Ground Cumin
• Chili Powder
• Ground Coriander
• Black Pepper
• Smoked Paprika
• Red Pepper Flakes

Pro Tips

• This spice mix has some heat; if you are not a fan, I recommend using only half the chili powder or simply skipping the red pepper flakes.
• If you want to make an even fresher spice blend, I recommend buying whole spices and grinding them yourself.

How To Make This Taco Seasoning

It is so simple! Add all the spices to a small glass jar, shake well until they are combined, and keep the jar in a dry, dark place, like your kitchen cabinet.

How To Use This Taco Seasoning

I use 2 tablespoons of this seasoning blend for every pound of chicken. I store the remaining seasoning in a glass jar in my pantry, and it keeps well for at least six months.

I use these seasonings not only in chicken tacos but also in grilled chicken, chicken marinade, and some beef recipes as well.

More Seasoning Blend Recipes

• Ground Beef Seasoning Recipe
• Salmon Seasoning Recipe
• Mediterranean Spice Mix

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