This homemade fajita seasoning is so easy to make, tastes much better than store-bought mixes and can save you a lot of money! It also allows you to control the amount of spiciness that goes into the mixture.
I stopped buying store-bought spice mixes a long time ago for these reasons: I seemed to always forget to pick up the right seasoning at the grocery store, and then I realized how easy it is to make my own mixes at home, and I once read the list of ingredients on a store-bought packet and couldn’t understand why do they add so many chemicals in there!
So I started making my own spice blends. Sometimes I toast the spices and grind them using a pestle and mortar, but for this fajita seasoning recipe, I will just show you the right ratios to make a jar of a great tasting fajita seasoning the easiest way possible.
This fajita seasoning is great to be used with chicken, meat, seafood, tofu, veggies and can even be added to soup.
How to Make Fajita Seasoning
You will need a few basic ingredients, and I added some extras that are completely optional but add a lot of the flavor.
The main ingredients:
- Chilli powder
- Cumin
- Paprika (smoked or not)
- Black pepper and salt
The optional extras (recommended):
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Cayenne
- Oregano (or other herbs like parsley or cilantro…)
Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Measure out all of the spices and put them in a bowl, then give them a good mix! And that’s it, your fajita seasoning is now ready!
You can easily double or triple this recipe depending on how much seasoning you need. I personally make a big batch, and always have enough seasoning to use on hand.
Store in an airtight jar for as long as you’d like.
More Fajita Seasoning Tips
- You can double or triple the amounts below to make a bigger batch of fajita seasoning.
- You can reduce or increase the amount of salt. The salt is moderate in this recipe, so if you are watching the salt then you can reduce it or increase it if you want it a bit saltier.
- If you want a spicier fajita spice mix, then just add more paprika and cayenne. You could also add red chili flakes if you like.
- Feel free to add more dried herbs if you like dried parsley or cilantro.
- If you’re looking to make tacos, I have a taco seasoning recipe that you can follow!
Cute Little Jars
I have different kinds of jars in my cupboard. Some of these jars are reused (jam and pickles jars), some are thrifted, and the rest are bought. Here are my favorite kinds of jars that you can use for storing homemade seasonings:
These are the weck jars that you see in my pictures. I use them all the time and they’re my favorite!
I also have these quilted ball jars that are supposed to be used for storing jelly, but I find them perfect for spices.
Fajita Recipes
So now you’re ready to make fajitas using your homemade fajita seasoning, below I linked to different fajitas recipes that you’re going to love!
- Easy Cheesy Chicken Fajita Casserole
- Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
- Instant Pot Chicken Fajitas
- Instant Pot Steak Fajitas
- Instant Pot Fajita Rice
- Sheet Pan Baked Chicken Fajitas
More Homemade Seasoning Recipes
- Stone house seasoning (my fav!!)
- Taco seasoning (similar to this one, but also different!)
- Middle Eastern Baharat spice blend
- Pumpkin pie spice
Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!
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 oregano
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix all of the spices together until well combined.
- Store seasoning in a sealed jar for up to 1 year.
Notes:
- The fajita seasoning amount will be enough to make 3 chicken fajita recipes using 12oz (350 grams) of chicken.
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
Raisa Berens says
I make all kinds of seasoning blends (Italian, Greek, Mexican, Chinese, etc). I DO have one suggestion: *leave out the salt!* I add salt and pepper to whatever I’m making, and it helps to avoid over-salting a dish if there is no extra salt in the seasoning blend. Here’s a hint in case you do somehow add too much salt to a dish: add an equal amount of vinegar. For example, if you added a teaspoon too much salt, just add a teaspoon of vinegar. You’ll be amazed at how the saltiness is cut back, rendering the meal edible. The vinegar will be hardly noticeable, too. And one more thing: the vinegar trick works if you add too much sugar! Though that’s rather obvious, huh?
Kristin says
Made this at least a dozen times over the last two years – along with the air fryer fajita recipe. It’s one of our go to meals. Thanks for posting it!
Brandy says
Just made this seasoning today and it’s the best fajita seasoning I’ve ever had! This will be the only fajita seasoning recipe I’ll ever use. Thanks so much for sharing.
Jennifer says
So we love this fajita seasoning mix. It’s our go-to now and we typically do something similar to the steak fajita IP recipe you have as well. We’re actually giving away the seasoning mix in little jars in our Christmas goodie baskets this year. My only question is on your preference/tips for making the sauce a little thicker when you make your fajitas. The store bought fajita seasonings don’t have as good a flavor but they have a bit of a thickening agent in them.
Diana says
Hi Jennifer, that’s a wonderful idea! You can add cornstarch to the blend.
Jihad Bilal says
I have been using your Fajita Seasoning recipe for a very, very long time. I use to season the meat for the fajita steak as well as a seasoning agent on many foods. Thank you Diana !!