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This Fajita Seasoning Recipe is better than store bought. It is a flavorful blend of simple spices that perfect for chicken, beef, shrimp and veggie fajitas! It’s easy to make, no preservatives, and packed with Tex-Mex flavor.
Skip the store-bought packets and whip up your own fajita seasoning in just minutes! We love making homemade seasonings blends this seasoning blend if one of our favorites because of the bold, smoky and savory Tex-Mex Flavors.
They taste so much better and I know exactly what I am adding to the blend. I can easily add more of a seasoning or remove it. All it takes is about 2 to 3 tablespoons per pound of meat and your fajitas will turn out amazing. If you love to meal prep homemade seasoning, then you must try this steak seasoning recipe.
Ingredients
- Chili powder – Check out these The Best Chili Powder Substitute if you are out.
- Cumin – If you are out, you might have one of these Substitute for Cumin.
- Garlic Salt – You can substitute with garlic powder. You may just need to add in ¼ teaspoon of salt
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How to Make Fajita Seasoning
Step 1 – Gather all the ingredients – Combine everything in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
Step 2 – Store Properly – Store in an airtight container like a mason jar.
Step 3 – How to Use – Use 1 tablespoon spice mix for every 1-2 pounds of chicken.
Fajita Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ cup chili powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoon paprika
- 2 tablespoon garlic salt
- 2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine everything in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Store in an airtight container like a mason jar.
- Use 1 tablespoon Fajita seasoning for every 1-2 pounds of chicken.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
What to Serve Fajita Seasoning on?
There are many ways to use this Fajita Seasoning. Yes, it is great when you are making steak fajita’s or chicken fajita’s. But I have used it in many other ways and it came out so amazing.
- Soup – If you are making a taco soup or a enchilada soup, add this seasoning. It gives it so much flavor. You may even add in corn starch so the sauce will be thicker.
- Marinate – Add a dry rub to your chicken breast, chicken thighs, shrimp, skirt steak and use this fajita seasoning. Before placing your meat on the grill marinate you meat in this amazing dry rub. Let the meat sit in the fajita marinade for about 20 minutes before placing on the grill.
- Roast Vegetables – Spice up your veggies and sprinkle a tablespoon or two on your vegetables before putting in the oven.
- Rice – We have even used the seasoning to add flavor to Instant pot White Rice Recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
A typical store bought fajita seasoning mix has about 3 tablespoons of mix. However, we find that 2 tablespoons of our homemade seasoning is plenty.
Yes this works with beef fajitas and shrimp fajitas.
Homemade Fajita Seasoning will last about 4 months if stored properly. We recommend storing in a jar in a cool, dark place. We place ours in the pantry so it is easy to grab when we are making fajitas.
My homemade fajita seasoning recipe has more chili powder in it than my taco seasoning recipe. I think that the additional chili powder gives it more of a tomato and smoky flavor. It is the perfect flavor that I love on my favorite fajita recipes. Taco seasoning also has oregano in it giving it a slight different flavor.
The additional chili powder also gives the meat a nice reddish color. It looks beautiful with the sautéed bell peppers and onions that is generally served with Easy Grilled Chicken Fajitas Recipe or Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajitas and top with sour cream for added flavor.
The short answer is yes. Since these seasonings are similar, you can use fajita seasoning in place of taco seasoning if you’re currently all out. They both have a great Mexican flavor that can be used in many recipes.
If I am out of Fajita Seasoning Packets or Taco Seasoning, I usually just use what I have. The ingredients are very similar and no one will know the difference.
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If you make this DIY Fajita Seasoning, then leave us a comment or a star review. We love hearing from you.
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I make this doubled or tripled and we use it all the time; thanks so much for sharing!
I recommend adding more cayenne pepper or something. My whole family said it was very bland, even my children.
Yes that Would be delicious
Perfectly balanced seasoning! Loved the fajitas I made for dinner, with this spice blend.
I did add 1 Tbsp of brown sugar, as well. That’s just our preference, for a little caramelization.
I make Mexican rice with homemade tortillas.
I love steak fajita’s!!!
Love making these! My favorite is chicken we make rice as a side when making this dish
I love Fajitas because is a real quick night meal that’s always a family favorite without no complaints! Lol! I always love to see fajita recipes because everyone puts their favorite spin on it and I haven’t tasted a bad recipe yet which shows how so versatile fajita recipes are. I love to serve mine with a simple salad or yellow Spanish rice, yum!
I usually get chicken fajitas when we go out however I love them with steak too. I also put bell peppers and onions on them and of course sour cream. For sides we usually do chips and salsa and of course guacamole. Sometimes we have refried beans and Mexican rice too.
i would eat Fajitas on floured tortilla shells use the seasoning recipe, mexican rice, refried beans
Fajitas are my picky 14 year old son’s favorite. We make homemade salsa and refried beans. I am going to make this seasoning today. Thanks. I love everything y’all do.
I serve tossed salad with my favorite beef fajita.
Spanish rice and tortillas with fajitas. Love steak, chicken and shrimp fajitas.
I used your fajita seasoning on the chicken with peppers recipe and it was delicious!!! I served the fajita in a Tortilla for the best dinner this week.
1.) I serve Spanish Rice with my fajitas…
2.) I love Chicken or Shrimp Fajitas….the best for a quick easy dinner to make to enjoy.
I love to serve Spanish rice and refried beans with my fajitas. Also, my favorite fajitas are combo – beef + chicken + shrimp. Can’t wait to try this homemade fajita seasoning recipe!