Easy Chicken Taco Seasoning
My homemade chicken taco seasoning is a quick-to-make, super flavorful blend of pantry spices. Perfect for seasoning 1 pound of chicken in just minutes!
Equipment
- spice jar to store leftovers, if needed
Ingredients
- 2 ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Pour the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper on a plate or bowl.
- Mix thoroughly then use on chicken, beef, or other protein.
Notes
- This recipe makes enough seasoning for 1 pound of chicken. Feel free to double, triple, or even quadruple it.
- Opt for fresh ground spices that are between 6-12 months old for the best flavor.
- Try mixing the spices on a plate to see how evenly everything is combined before using it.
- Store any leftovers in a small glass jar with a lid in the pantry. Place it in a cool or dark place and be sure that it’s fully sealed to keep moisture out. It will keep for up to 6 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 48kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1254mgPotassium: 264mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2511IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 4mg
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
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