Homemade Fajita Seasoning
Published 7/27/2023 • Updated 8/12/2024
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We were having a night in making fajitas and I pulled out a batch of this homemade fajita seasoning to season our chicken and my husband was astonished that I wasn’t using a store-bought packet. I told him I have only ever used this homemade fajita seasoning and he just couldn’t believe that we’d always used a Fit Foodie recipe. 😏LOL.
Fajitas of any kind are a staple in my household. What makes our steak fajitas and chicken fajitas truly the best dinners is our homemade fajita seasoning. No weird fillers or additives, just 6 basic spices you already have.
Our blend is mild in spice level, but can easily be modified if you like it spicy. You can use it on any protein (including beef, seafood, chicken, etc.), on fajita veggies, on beans, and even as an all-purpose seasoning for really anything (speaking from experience).
What is in fajita seasoning?
Below is the spice combination you need for homemade fajita seasoning!
- chili powder
- ground cumin
- garlic powder
- paprika
- salt
- pepper
Make it spicy
We mentioned that this spice blend is mild in flavor. If you like it spicy, feel free to add 1/2 teaspoon more paprika or 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne powder.
How much fajita seasoning should I use?
Per pound of meat, we recommend using 3 to 4 teaspoons of seasoning. A good rule of thumb is to start small and continue adding to taste.
How to Store Fajita Seasoning
We recommend storing your homemade spice mix in an airtight container and storing it in a cool, dark, and dry place for up to 6 months.
Recipes with Fajita Seasoning
- Chicken Fajita Burritos
- Grilled Chicken Fajita Kebabs
- Fajita Nachos
- Fajita Veggies
- Grilled Chicken Fajita Kebabs
- Turkey Fajita Egg Cups
- Chicken Fajita Breakfast Bake
Glass
Spice Jars
Organize your homemade spices with this empty glass spice jar set!
How to Use this Fajita Seasoning Recipe
While the most classic way to use fajita seasoning is to season meat and veggies in fajitas, you can also use it in so many other ways
Flavor soup: use this seasoning to give your chili or taco soup some extra flavor!
Meat rub: you can use this fajita mix as a spice rub for any kind of meat such as chicken, beef, pork, or shrimp. Give your meat a nice pat down and let sit for about 20 minutes before cooking your preferred method.
Roasted veggies: if you’re a roasted veggie girl like me, you’d die with the flavor this seasoning gives your veggies. Follow our tutorial for how to roast sweet potatoes, but sprinkle on this spice mix instead!
Turn it into a marinade: combine a few teaspoons of seasoning with some olive oil and lime juice and you’ve got yourself a fajita marinade! Try our steak fajita marinade.
Homemade Fajita Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoons salt*
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a small jar or airtight container.
- Mix the spices togehter and seal.
- Store in a cool, dark place for up to 3-5 months.
Tips & Notes
- Salt: this recipe is made with less salt than other fajita seasonings. Feel free to add more to taste.
- Feel free to double or triple this recipe!
- Store this fajita seasoning mix in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Very delicious and a keeper! I usually get the premade packets at the store, but I wanted to mix my own. This recipe is a hit in my house! I have eaten 2 and my only regret is that there is no room for more, but there are leftovers!!!
Wahoo!
Nice simple recipe. Gets the job done
Great recipe! I prefer to make my own spice mixes so I can control the salt. I used this on chicken tonight and it was a hit with the family.
Glad you guys love this!
Great receipe .
Family really enjoyed it.
I love this recipe! So much better than a package. It has turned into my secret ingredient.
It is a GREAT secret weapon 😛
Thanks I live to far from a store to go to buy it. I have spices big time. I like the fresh mix of spices
Better flavor
Fajita isn’t a seasoning, Fajita is a specific cut of meat. It originated in the Rio Grande Valley when cattle ranchers would give the leftover meat specifically “skirt steak” to the Mexican Cattle herders because it was thought of as undesirable. Faja meaning “skirt” in Spanish. This is just a form of Cultural appropriation. If you want an authentic Fajita seasoning recipe for Authentic Fajita’s I recommend https://www.austinchronicle.com/food/2005-03-04/261130/ for not only a recipe but also a history lesson.
Someone ALLLLLLWAYYYYS has to play the race card. It can never be just a nice recipe for deliciousness. SMH.
it’s just a recipe. Let it be what it is, something to share.
It is just a recipe. It’s not “cultural appropriation” in any way. I guess then there are no real “American” dishes since we are a hodge podge of cultures and their influences on our food. Seriously, your statement is ridiculous and only serves to divide people instead of simply enjoying the recipes and the food they create.
Give me a break. Do you always go around being a pedantic usufferable snag? Have you gone to every store, website and restaurant who sell fajitas or fajita mix? No? Then stfu. It’s not cultural appropriation, and take your “history lesson” and shove it.
I thought this was very good! I tried it over just fajita vegetables and a good 1.5 T of this mix was enough. Personally, I would add some cayenne pepper just for a little heat.
How much seasoning = 1 packet?
I think 1 packet is normally 3 tablespoons, but it might be 4!
I will definitely be making this to have on hand! Love making homemade seasonings versus using store-bought.