Chicken Taco Seasoning
This homemade chicken taco seasoning is bold, smoky, and perfectly balanced with chili powder, cumin, garlic, and a touch of brown sugar. It adds rich flavor and just the right amount of heat to ground or shredded chicken for easy, flavorful tacos.
Servings: 16 tablespoons
Calories: 31kcal
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup Chili Powder salt-free
- 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
- 2 tbsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tbsp Onion Powder
- 2 tsp dried oregano regular or Mexican work
- 4 tsp Natural Ancient Sea Salt
- 2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper adjust for heat, optional for spicy version
- 1 tbsp cornstarch optional
- 2 tbsp Brown Sugar regular or a brown sugar alternative work well here
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to an airtight container
- Mix the spices until incorporated
- Store for up to 6 months
Notes
- Use fresh spices if you can: Since this recipe is all about the seasoning, fresh spices make a big difference.
- Shake before using: The ingredients can settle over time.
- Keep the cornstarch if you want a saucier finish: It helps when the chicken cooks with a little liquid.
- Adjust the cayenne to taste: Leave it out for a milder version or add more for extra heat.
- Label the jar: It makes it easier to grab on busy nights when you are moving fast.
Nutrition
Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 665mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1739IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
