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I love making my own spice blends of buying the pre-made packets. This Homemade Fajita Seasoning is better than store bought. It’s easy to make and budget friendly as well.
We love making homemade seasonings blends. 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. They are easy to make and easy to store.
All it takes is about 2 to 3 tablespoons per pound of meat and your fajitas will turn out amazing. I love being able to give my family homemade seasoning and it really only takes minutes to make. You might also like to try our steak seasoning recipe.
Table of Contents
- What is Fajita Seasoning Made of?
- Ingredients
- How to Make Fajita Seasoning
- What to Serve Fajita Seasoning on?
- How Much Seasoning to Use?
- The Best Chicken Fajita Seasoning Recipe:
- What is the difference of Fajita Seasoning vs Taco Seasoning?
- Can I Use Fajita Seasoning in place of Taco Seasoning?
- How to Store Fajita Seasoning
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Fajita Seasoning Recipe Recipe
What is Fajita Seasoning Made of?
Homemade Fajita seasoning Mix is usually made up of Mexican spices which includes cumin and chili powder. Plus other spices that include smoked paprika, garlic salt and onion powder. These seasoning can be adjust to what you like.
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.
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.
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.
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.
- Marinate – Add a dry rub to your chicken breast, shrimp, 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.
How Much Seasoning to Use?
It really depends on the recipe and the size of the batch that you are making. But usually we use 1 tablespoons per 1 pounds of meat to make fajita.
You can adjust the amount of seasoning you add as you are cooking. I love the flavor of this seasoning, so I usually add a bit more.
The Best Chicken Fajita Seasoning Recipe:
Simply use 2 Tablespoons of fajita seasoning mix instead of a seasoning packet. I usually mix this seasoning with some olive oil and your meat of choice. This creates a great marinade recipe for your meal.
You can easily use this recipe to create homemade spice chicken fajita mix or a great steak fajita seasoning recipe. This fajita seasoning tastes great on all types of meat so use it often. We love to use it Chicken Fajita Quesadillas Recipe.
What is the difference of Fajita Seasoning vs Taco Seasoning?
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.
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 for added flavor.
Can I Use Fajita Seasoning in place of Taco Seasoning?
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.
How to Store Fajita Seasoning
Storing you Fajita Seasoning is easy to do. Once you have mixed the spices together, place in a spice jar or a mason jar. Make sure to place in cool, dark, dry place in an area that you can see it to use.
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.
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Fajita Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/4 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.
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!
Oh I’ve never tried that!
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!
I love chicken fajitas! I always have spanish rice with them.
We love this fajita seasoning! My favorite fajitas are shrimp, but I usually make chicken fajitas.
Love Fajitas with Mexican Rice & Black Beans.
Chicken Fajitas
I definitely plan to try this recipe, especially since it’s with chicken and not beef – yum!
My favorite toppings for fajitas are guacamole, sour cream, cheese & lettuce! And of course there’s flour tortilla shells for my kids to make faces out of!!
The best way to eat fajitas (I prefer chicken) is with your homemade tortillas, salsa, crockpot white queso & Spanish rice. You had me at homemade taco seasoning, which I first made a couple of years ago. There’s just no going back to pre-packaged. Same goes true for your homemade chili, ranch & Italian seasonings.
I like to serve my fajita with Spanish rice. I am going to try this recipe .
Beef Fajitas ! Shrimp yummy too!
Love the spice blend, do you have a favorite GREEK spice blend you make?
Almost anything can be served with fajitas.
Our preference is steak, peppers & onions.
Good way to use up different items one has in the refrig.
Just use your imagination; never know what one will come up with.
Doesn’t hurt to be different!
I like to serve black beans , rice , sour cream and cheese as a side . I love chicken fajitas
I love all the seasoning and especially anything taco or fajita based. I make huge batches of these to always have on hand, I reuse old large spice containers to keep them in back stock for my pantry spice containers.
Our favorite side is Mexican rice. The recipe sounds great.
Love rice, tomatoes, salsa and lots of cheese
Easy. Sounds good
This is now my go to mix for chicken and shrimp! Goes perfectly with rice, refried beans, and tortilla chips made in the air fryer!
Love making fajitas on our Blackstone grill! I’ve used this recipe for seasoning the meat and veggies …
Very flavorful with our favorite spices! Thank you for the recipe!
I normally just serve fajitas with condiments like sour cream, salsas, guac. My favourite type of fajitas are steak loaded with peppers, mushrooms and onions
I love steak fajitas. I’m looking forward to trying your recipe!
I love chicken fajitas but husband likes his mixed, chicken, beef & shrimp. I usually only serve with chips & salsa.
I love to mix my meat making shrimp, chicken and steak fajitas! Love to serve chips & salsa from the local restaurant with our fajitas!
My favorite fajitas are chicken. Besides all the toppings to go on them, I serve refried beans and Spanish rice. I also use the frozen peppers and onions(thawed) and dried on a paper towel to quicken the cooking.
I love veggie fajitas with cauliflower and chickpeas in place of the meat. This fajita seasoning is especially delicious with that combo. I served them with cilantro lime rice.
I like beef, chicken or pork. The most important factor is the seasoning.
Thank You for this great recipe. We make fajitas quite often, this will come in handy. Our favorite is chicken with peppers and onions. Then we load the top. Guacamole, sour cream cheese, tomatoes. bacon bites. You name it!!
I am not much of a cook so I enjoy the easy recipes.
My favorite is beef fajitas. I serve them with sour cream guacamole chips salsa. Also with Charro beans in Spanish rice.
With fajitas, I usually serve salad, Spanish rice, or refried beans! My favorite fajitas are chicken!
we like onions and peppers. Steak is the favorite in our home.
Our family loves fajitas and serves them with either cilantro lime rice.
I absolutely loved the recipe for the fajita seasoning! I can’t wait to try it on my chicken and beef fajitas. I prefer the chicken fajita but Joe prefers the beef so I make both. I’m looking forward to also making taco soup with chicken andwith chicken and I think I’m going to add this fajita seasoning to it! Thank you so much for all the recipes that I use quite often!
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas were awesome and great time savor! Served with side of mexican red rice and beans.Extra guacomole and sour cream and red onion..tops it off greatly!
Steak is my favorite but shrimp comes in at a close second!
What is your favorite kind of fajitas?
I love all kind of fajitas. I do love ground beef more though.
My favorite fajitas are chicken but I haven’t met a fajita that I haven’t loved! I serve my fajitas with black beans and Spanish rice. I’m excited to make this fajita seasoning this weekend!
I serve Refried Beans and Spanish Rice with Fajitas. Our favorite Fajitas is a mixture of Chicken and Steak. 😉
I love Chicken Fajaitas! Guess I should try beef sometime? I usually serve black beans and red rice with them. Look forward to trying this seasoning on my veggies. Thanks for ALL you recipes.
My favorite type of fajita is the kind that is seasoned, but not wet after it has cooked. Most home cooked fajita recipes are wet after cooking which just makes the taco shell fall apart.
Copied this recipe for hubby as he loves Fajitas and prefers to make his own seasonings. Thanks so much for the recipe.
I love to eat black beans and rice with fajitas
I’m gonna try this , this weekend. I usually serve mine with mexican rice .
Love me some chicken fajitas!!!!
Love your recipe and found a some new tips from your article. Looking forward to using them. Thank you.
Beef fajitas with beans and cheese are the best.
I like TexMex fajitas with the shrimp, chicken and steak. Of course chips and salsa as the side.
I love fajitas!!! Steak fajitas are my all time favorite with the Smokey grilled flavor. I like to pair mine with some Mexican rice. Now I’m hungry!!!
I love this recipe. I serve a dirty rice and guacamole with my fajitas.
I love this seasoning mix!! It is so much better than the packaged ones.
Looks delicious. A good salad would go well with it.
My fav fajitas are the mixed ones with steak, ckn, & shrimp. But at home I usually just make ckn. I serve rice & beans with mine!
I love to serve refried beans and guacamole with fajitas!
Absolutely love this recipe. I make bulk fajitas meals for my husband who works at the fire station and feeds a good sized group of fire and police. This is always a hit. Typically do chicken for the affordability of it along with peppers and onions. Adding in the fresh squeeze of lime and grilling if I have time always makes it pop. Even in a crock pot it’s fantastic. Topped with the goodies of course makes this a great meal they can start or stop to eat as needed based on call volume. Thanks!
Rice and beans
I will be trying this! My favorite fajitas are the chicken ones.
In our house, fajitas are a meal all on their own! I make fresh homemade flour tortillas to accompany them. My go to fajitas are steak. Occasionally, I will add shrimp for combo fajitas! If I do that, I serve a side of melted lemon/cilantro infused butter to dip the shrimp in before building. Bad for me? Probably. Delicious? Absolutely!
Thank You, I am definitely going to try this. Funny, I didn’t even know what a fajita was until last year when I was staying at my Grand daughter’s house while my house was getting built. I helped with the cooking, She asked me to make fajitas. It became one of those “Wait! What? moments.
Easy to make with the package of seasoning she bought. Good to eat. Now I make them all the time. Can’t wait to try this.
This sounds awesome. Chicken fajitas are my favorite. I like to serve flour tortillas and a salad of lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole and sour cream with fajitas. Also a margarita!
This sounds awesome. I like to serve flour tortillas and a salad of lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole and sour cream with fajitas. Also a margarita!
We eat Mexican food at least once a week, we’ll have to try this recipe! When we make fajitas we change up the protein with chicken, steak, or shrimp and serve it with homemade lime cilantro rice.
I have not made Fajitas before but am so going to try this seasoning recipe.
I love to eat fajitas with flour tortillas, guacamole and sour cream
My favorite fajitas are beef fajitas. I usually just serve mine with a classic guacamole and chips and salsa. I’ll be making this homemade seasoning. Need to get a small mason jar.
I made fajitas for the first time. Used the recipe for the seasoning with beef.I usually have chicken but now I think the beef is better!
I have tried other fajita seasonings & this one is so much better!! I will keep it on hand at all times!! Now I have to get your taco seasoning recipe and make it also!! I have fallen in love with your website!! Your amazing & your a Oklahoma girl like me!! Lol. So far every recipe I have tried has turned out perfect!!
My favorite fajita is steak. I love to pair it with Spanish rice or a side salad. Refried beans go well with it too.
Steak fajita
I usually make it with Spanish rice.
This sounds amazing & easy. I cant wait to make steak & chicken fajitas with this seasoning mix!
Hubby would love this but would like a substitute (or partial) for the chili powder for myself. We prefer the steak fajitas. Made them homemade a few weeks ago ??
Our favorites are Beef Fajitas with white Rice and a fresh salad. Yum!
So yummy! We usually have rice and beans on the side with our fajitas. My favorite kind is steak fajitas 🙂
Our family makes chicken fajitas frequently with this recipe! They are the best fajitas on the planet! I throw in some fresh lime juice and marinate with the fajitas seasoning and it is amazing! We eat this with homemade salsa and chips! This is definitely a family favorite!
My favorite type of fajita uses carne asada steak. Marinated in seasonings and orange slices.
With our fajitas we have rice and chips and salsa
I love chicken fajitas, I make them with onions and peppers then top with sour cream and cheese. I haven’t made your seasoning yet because I just got the recipe today but I will make it. I have made several crockpot meals and my family loves them.
I like to serve a simple side salad with fajitas! I love using homemade seasoning, and my favorite fajita ingredients are definitely chicken, peppers, onion, and alllll the sauces!
My favorite kind of fajita is chicken
Thanks for the
Fajita mix recipe! I have been making my own taco season for years due to a family member with food allergies ! This will be a new addition to my homemade blends !
Often I serve a Mexican style rice with our fajita. Then add a cool element like some fruit to finish off the meal.
Can not wait to try this seasoning. I love making fajitas and like to make Spanish rice with them as a side and of course tomatoes avacado and onion.
Love Shrimp fajitas.
I serve fajitas with my family favorite Red Rice made with red,green, and yellow peppers, onions, sweet Italian sausage, diced tomatoes, rice, and tons of spices.
I use gluten free tortillas due to having Celiac disease. The kind of fajitas I like are chicken or steak. Toppings I use are roasted red peppers, cheese & a taco sauce. I can’t use the fajita seasoning due to having a sensitive stomach.
I always make chicken fajitas. A little char on the meat taste great!
I like to serve rice with my fajitas ? a side of guacamole an pico de gallo! ?
My favorite fajitas are chicken. Can’t wait to try the cast iron recipe.
This would also be great for gifts. This and a tortilla warmer and/or tortillas and/or queso fresco,/and or avocados would be great gifts for friends, neighbors, teachers or coaches. Those small jars are easy to find, but you may have recycled jars that you can use.
Homemade queso
Homemade tortilla chips
Insta pot pinto beans
Rice
These are our go-to’s for Friday fajitas!
Thanks for the the seasoning recipes! I like chicken steak and seafood fajitas yum yum. Serve them with a side salad or the usual refried beans and Mexican rice if I have the time. TY
I love love love chicken fajitas! I love to serve them with black and Colombian style rice. It’s all so flavorful! And of course, I also indulge in plantanos maduros (sweet plantains). Thank you so much for this great recipe and all your recipes. We love your recipes! They’re great!
We serve Spanish rice and love chicken fajitas.
My favorite FAJITAS are the Chicken FAJITAS. I love your recipe for the fajita seasoning. I actually have all the ingredients in my pantry. I’ve made chicken fajitas with other packets,etc. My fajitas never tasted as good as I’m sure your recipe does. I can’t wait to try your seasoning! Thank you for posting your recipe.
I have not tried this recipe yet but I want to try it on chicken. I love chicken fajitas and never made my own but I am going to on my Mexican food night. I would serve guacamole and/or salsa verde with my fajitas. I have had it served with rice too at a restaurant maybe I’ll try that. Tyvm for this seasoning recipe!!
Recipe sounds great. I use one very similar and also use it to marinade my choice of meats. Our favorite is shrimp fajitas, and of course for my meat eaters, steak. We serve with traditional rice and beans and if course you can’t forget the chips with salsa.
Like my fajitas with flour tortillas and black beans and rice.
I love chicken fajitas with fresh salsa, and dinner rolls and a Ceaser salad
HI Carrie,
I made the Chicken Fajitas with your homemade seasoning and that was the bomb!!! I also made yellow rice and homemade guacamole with tortilla chips. I’m going to try that seasoning next in my homemade chili I think that should be good!!? Thank you for the recipe. ?
We probably make chicken fajitas the most. Usually there are rice, beans and queso with them.
My kids like corn with fajitas.
We will use your recipe for the seasonings. My husband is allergic to fresh onions, so we have to be careful where we eat.
I serve rice, onion, and colored peppers with fajitas.
I have only made chicken fajitas, but they are a family favorite. The way I cook steak is also a family favorite.
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I serve Mexi-Rice and black beans with my fajitas!
Loved this recipe, worked great on the shredded chicken.
We love beef fajitas . And we love to eat them with guacamole .
This recipe is going to be a lifesaver! Yes I love taco seasoning but there are times when you want fajita seasoning and it is not the same thing. I refuse to buy the individual packets of fajita seasoning because the cost is positively insane. Now I don’t have to choose. With the cost of meat and chicken going through the roof I’m looking forward to making fajitas with onions and peppers AND CHEESE. I think veggie only is going to be OK because of this wonderful spice mix.
We love steak fajitas with whole pinto beans on the side! Can’t wait to try this recipe!
Sounds delicious! Can’t wait to try this! Odd pairing I love is I mix a cup of Yum Yum sauce with a 1/2 cup of ranch dressing. It’s awesome on almost anything but I personally love it on fajitas!!!
Shrimp fajitas are my favorite and best served with margaritas!!!
This looks good, we like fajitas with a good soup or fruit salad.
This seasoning is also fantastic with grilled veggie fajitas! Have also used this seasoning with pork stir fry. Its a very versatile mix!
We love shrimp fajitas!!!
We make rice sometimes and sometimes no sides so we can eat more fajitas!
This is so much better than store bought. We serves black beans and rice with ours.
Actually I don’t eat cheese. ?
I love Mac & Cheese, especially made with Cheddar.
This looks great! I will have to try it.
I serve cheese hot dogs made with crescent rolls…love these with Mac and Cheese…an easy dinner!
I usually have Mac and cheese with some kind of sandwich.
this recipe is the best and WAY better than a package. So much flavor…bump up the taste of the fajitas!!
It’s handy to have this recipe. It’s not only for chicken. It’s great on salmon and even in veggies and rice! Sweet potato fajita fries with a lime crema dip! Yummy ?
I always make BBQ with my Mac and cheese
I love breadsticks with mac and cheese!
This really stepped up my fajitas! I had to use less cayenne but it still awesome!
We made fajitas for dinner tonight homemade flour tortillas, with your homemade seasoning oh my goodness .I won’t be buying store bought seasoning packs or tortilla any more ,thank you for the seasoning recipe
QUESTIONS: What is causing the per serving sodium content to be so high on this recipe? Can you provide nutrition (sodium especially) information when changing from garlic salt to garlic powder? Thank you!