Published on 02/05/20

This homemade Chicken Fajita Seasoning is an amazing seasoning that brings all the flavor to your chicken fajitas in less than 10 pantry staple ingredients! Option to make a double batch or triple batch so that you can use some and save some for another meal!

The best recipe for chicken fajita seasoning.

The Best Chicken Fajita Seasoning

You’ll never buy store-bought packets of chicken fajita seasoning again, once you see how simple (and delicious) this is! This homemade seasoning is so flavorful that the whole family will love it! We always have some of this homemade spice mix stored in a dry place for an easy weeknight meal or quick lunch on the weekend. Please do yourself a favor and make a big batch for all your fajita cravings. Your tastebuds will thank you!

We love using a lean protein, like chicken, but if you prefer steak, we also have the Best Steak Fajitas recipe!

What You Will Need

chili powder & ground cumin – traditional fajita ingredients that are always a must when making homemade fajitas!
kosher salt & ground black pepper – simple seasonings that are included in all seasoning recipes.
paprika & garlic powder – option to use smoked versions of these basic spices, if you can find them at your local grocery store.
onion powder & dried oregano leaves – more fresh spices that bring the perfect flavor!
ground cayenne pepper – just a little bit for a little heat.

How To Make Chicken Fajita Seasoning

The first steps to making this easy fajita seasoning recipe, are to gather everything from the ingredient list.

Ingredients for chicken fajita seasoning in separate bowls.

Place all of the ingredients in a small bowl or plate.

Seasoning ingredients on a plate with a spoon.

Mix this homemade fajita seasoning recipe with a spoon to fully combine.

Seasoning ingredients mixed together on a plate with a spoon.

Use to season meat in any of your favorite fajita recipes or store in a glass jar for a long time.

Best Ways To Use Chicken Fajita Seasoning

On those busy weeknights we need a recipe for a quick dinner that everyone will love. Enter homemade chicken fajitas, chicken fajita bowls, or get out your crockpot and make slow cooker chicken fajitas! All of these easy meals have quickly become family favorite fajita recipe. Plus, we also have a delicious chicken fajita marinade that would bring even more flavor, if you have the time.

And if you are looking to make a complete meal with side dish options, you should checkout our round-up of fajita side dishes!

Chicken fajitas in a large cast iron skillet.

Recipe FAQ

How much fajita spice mix should I use: we typically use about 3 tablespoons (or one batch of the recipe card below) for 2 pounds of chicken breasts, so a half batch for 1 pound of meat. Feel free to adjust to your personal preference.
Big batch: a great option for making a big batch so that you always have some of this flavorful seasoning on hand!
Seasoning vs. Marinade: both are great for adding so much great flavor to your favorite fajita recipes! Feel free to use just a seasoning or just a marinade or BOTH for even more amazing flavor!

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