Seasonings

Chicken Fajita Seasoning Mix

Skip the packet with this homemade chicken fajita seasoning mix. It uses common spices, makes enough for three batches, and keeps about six months.

Chicken Fajita Seasoning Mix

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A smoky, mildly spicy blend with chili powder, cumin and paprika. Use about three rounded tablespoons per pound of chicken for fajitas, and keep the rest in a spice jar.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
CourseSeasoning
CuisineAmerican

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons corn starch
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder (the author suggests 1 tablespoon regular and 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder for more depth) or 1 tablespoon regular and 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • airtight jar

Directions
 

  1. Stir all the ingredients together well in a bowl, then pour into a spice jar.
  2. Use 3 slightly rounded tablespoons of mix for each pound of meat.

Notes

Slice 1 large onion, 1 large red bell pepper, and 1 large green bell pepper into thin strips. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high; sauté onions and peppers until crisp-tender, set aside. Cook the chicken 5 to 6 minutes until browned; return the vegetables and stir. Serve with warm tortillas, guacamole, cheese, and sour cream if desired.
Storage: airtight, cool, dry, away from heat, moisture, and sunlight; up to about six months.