Ready in minutes, this quick and easy homemade fajita seasoning recipe lets you save money while controlling the spice level. Perfect for all fajita types like chicken, meat, seafood, tofu, and veggies!
I stopped buying store-bought spice mixes a long time ago for these reasons: I always forgot to pick up the right seasoning at the grocery store, and then I realized how easy it is to make my seasoning blends at home. I once read the list of ingredients on a store-bought packet and couldn’t understand why they added so many extra ingredients that I could not pronounce!
So, I started making my own spice blends. Sometimes, I toast the spices and grind them using a pestle and mortar, but this fajita seasoning recipe is even simpler. I will provide you with the right ratios to make a jar of homemade and great-tasting fajita seasoning in the easiest way possible.
This blend is a pantry staple if you enjoy cooking Mexican-inspired meals at home. The type of fajita seasoning you use really affects the end result, so making your own lets you control the flavor. I use this mix in all kinds of recipes, like chicken fajita casserole, air fryer chicken fajitas, and grilled chicken fajitas. It also works perfectly in a simple fajita bowl, baked chicken fajitas, or steak fajitas.
Love this seasoning! Not too salty, as packaged seasonings are.
Tiana
How to Make Fajita Seasoning
You will need a few basic ingredients, and I added some completely optional extras, that add a lot of flavor to the seasoning.
Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Must Add ingredients:
- Chili powder
- Ground cumin
- Paprika (smoked or not)
- Ground black pepper and salt
optional extras (recommended):
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Cayenne powder
- Oregano (preferably Mexican oregano)
Measure out the spices and put them in a bowl, then give them a good stir. And that’s it, your fajita seasoning is now ready to be used.
More Fajita Seasoning Tips
- Double or triple the amounts to make a bigger batch.
- Use airtight jars to keep the seasoning fresh longer.
- Try experimenting with dried parsley or cilantro for extra flavor.
- To make a simple fajita marinade, combine the seasoning with olive oil. Add lime juice for extra flavor and a hint of acidity.
- For tacos, check out my Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe.
Cute Little Jars
I store my homemade seasonings in a mix of jars. Some are thrifted, some are reused, and a few I’ve bought over time. The Weck jars in the photos are my favorite. I also like using quilted jelly jars for spice blends.
Questions You Might Have
Yes! The salt amount is moderate, so feel free to reduce it if you’re watching your sodium intake, or add a little more if you prefer it saltier.
Add extra paprika and cayenne pepper, or stir in some red chili flakes for more heat.
Outstanding flavor! This will be a staple in my spice rack!
Tony
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Fajita Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 4 teaspoons ground cumin
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons cayenne
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix all of the spices together until evenly combined.
- Transfer to a sealed jar or spice container and store in a cool dry place for up to 1 year.
Notes:
- Use 2 tablespoons of this seasoning per recipe. This is equivalent to one packet of store-bought fajita seasoning.
- This batch makes enough for about 3 fajita recipes using 12 ounces (350 g) of chicken each.
- For the best flavor, use within 6 to 12 months as spices lose potency over time.
Nutrition Information
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
© Little Sunny Kitchen
Janice says
This recipe is very good. My husband doesn’t care for commercial fajita seasoning but had nothing but positive comments for this recipe.
Carla L Krcmarik says
I have been making this rub recipe for years. I use it on my homemade tortilla chips and they are wonderful.
Diana says
Awesome! It’s my favorite fajita seasoning as well!
JudyBlaise says
How much of the seasoning should you use? Thank you
Diana says
It depends on personal preference, but I’d say about 1 tablespoon of seasoning per 1 pound of meat.
Nancy Woodruff says
I am currently on a low carb eating plan and I am stunned at the amount of carbs for this. That can’t possibly be right, can it? Or is it for a complete recipe of fajitas? I’d sure appreciate it if you could clarify this for me.
Diana says
Hi Nancy, that was the nutrition values for a whole small jar. I just divided it into 20 portions. Note that these are rough esimates made using an online calculator, so for more precise values please make your own calculations.
Kathy says
Thank you for the recipes. I will definitely try the fajita and especially the seasoning since we watch our sodium intake, no more store-bought 😀. I will also try making Baharat seasoning because it’s very hard to find a middle eastern store where we live 🙁