Homemade Chicken Taco Seasoning
Description
A smoky, savory spice blend made specifically for chicken — eight pantry spices whisked together in two minutes. It skips the fillers, added sugar, and high cost of store-bought packets, and you control the salt and heat. Use it on chicken breast, thighs, or ground chicken (and it's just as good on beef, shrimp, fish, or roasted veggies). Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, and Whole30-friendly.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper, optional
Instructions
- Add all spices to a small bowl.
- Whisk until fully and evenly combined.
- Use 2–3 tablespoons per pound of chicken, or transfer to an airtight jar for later.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Notes
- This single batch seasons about 1 pound of chicken. Use the big-batch chart above to make a jar.
- For ground chicken, add a ½ teaspoon of cornstarch and ¼ cup water for a saucier, packet-style finish.
- Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, and Whole30-friendly.
- Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 31kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 943mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1761IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 2mg