Chicken Taco Seasoning
This homemade Chicken Taco Seasoning is easy to make using pantry staples. It's a gluten free and healthier alternative to store-bought seasoning packets and can be used on ground chicken, chicken breasts, or chicken thighs!
Servings: 12 servings
Equipment
- glass jar
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 3 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne
Instructions
- Combine all of the spices together in a bowl and mix to combine.
- Transfer to a jar with a lid and store for up to 6 months!
- Use 2 tbsp chicken taco seasoning per 1 lb of chicken as needed.
Notes
While this chicken taco seasoning is great on chicken, it also works with any type of meat or recipe where you could use a packet of taco seasoning.
How to make the best chicken taco meat: Saute 1 lb of chicken with 1 tbsp oil in a large pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Add 2 tbsp of the chicken taco seasoning and stir until fragrant. Add ⅓ cup of water and bring to a boil, then simmer for 2-3 minutes. Serve in your favorite taco shells!
Storage: Store in an air-tight container in your pantry for up to 6 months!
Nutrition
Serving: 2tbsp | Calories: 9kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 594mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 249IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg