Taco Seasoning Mix Recipe

This is a perfect Taco Seasoning Mix Recipe you can make with spices you already have in your pantry! Let me tell you, after whisking together these flavorful spices you’ll never buy a pre-packaged taco mix again.

Taco seasoning for chicken is an easy diy seasoning mix.

This DIY taco seasoning mix was originally published in 2013. The photos have been updated.

I know sometimes it is very convenient to rip open pre-packaged spices, especially if you’re low on time. No judgment. But some of the ingredients in those ready-made packets have added chemicals that you don’t need or want on your tacos or in your body.

No need for sugar, MSG, or food coloring added to your tacos, right? So if you can make this recipe…make it!

It’s healthier for you and your family, and I’m all about health here.

Spice ingredients for a homemade taco seasoning on a cutting board.

Also…this is one of those cases where making it at home is not just healthier, but cheaper, too.

Those little packets at the store, besides being filled with chemicals, are sometimes $3 or more each. And if you don’t have some of the spices listed, you can leave them out or replace them in the recipe.

Don’t run to the store unless you have to! Who said you had to spend all kinds of money to eat better?

Overhead view of the ingredients for a diy taco seasoning recipe.

The perfect DIY taco seasoning

Making your own taco seasoning is super easy. In fact, as I said before, I bet you have all the spices in your cabinet right now.

Simply mix the spices together, then add it to ground beef, chicken, or turkey with about 3/4 cup of water. In minutes you will have a delicious filling ready for tacos, burritos, enchiladas or to the meat for taco salad.

You can even add the spices to sour cream or Greek yogurt and use it as a topping for one of your Mexican dishes.

Let’s get mixing!

Individual spices in a bowl for taco seasoning recipe.

DIY Taco Seasoning Mix – Ingredients & Utensils Required

This is a homemade taco seasoning mix for all your Latin dishes, and it’s simple to make and store in bulk. 

Remember to make this to your individual taste–add or remove the spices you like! If you want more heat, for example, throw in all the cayenne you can handle.

Individual spices on a table for taco seasoning recipe.
Taco Seasoning Mix Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch of cayenne (optional)
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

Utensils

  • A small bowl (told you this was easy!)

Instructions

Making the seasoning mix:

  1. Mix all spices together in a small bowl. 
  2. You’re done. Easy!

Using the seasoning mix:

  1. Add to 1 pound of partially browned meat. 
  2. After the meat is completely cooked, add 3/4 cup of water.
  3. Cook until the flavors blend together and water cooks down. It should take approximately 10-15 minutes.

Make several batches of the mix, store it in an airtight container, and it’ll be ready for your next fiesta! Taco Tuesday, perhaps?!

Recipes Using Taco Seasoning

Make a Blackberry Margarita or a Paloma Cocktail too!

Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe perfect for chicken tacos
Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe perfect for chicken tacos

Taco Seasoning Mix

Homemade taco seasoning mix for all your Latin dishes. Simple to make and store in bulk.
5 from 5 votes
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Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 -6
Calories: 7kcal
Author: Sandra Shaffer

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch of cayenne optional
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

  • Mix all spices together in a small bowl.
  • Add to 1 pound of partially browned meat. After meat is completely cooked, add 3/4 cup of water and cook until the flavors blend together and water cooks down, approximately 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoons | Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Sodium: 174mg | Fiber: 1g

Disclaimer

Please note that the nutritional information provided are guidelines and may vary based on the brand of products used. For your specific nutritional goals use My Fitness Pal or Verywell Fit recipe calculators. All content within this site is not intended as medical diagnosis or treatment and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise.

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Did you try this taco seasoning recipe? What did you add to it, or take out of it? Or did you just use it as-is? And what kind of meal did you make with it? As always, I’d love to hear more!

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13 Comments

  1. This taco seasoning is such a great idea to have pre-mixed and on hand so I don’t have to pull all the jars out later. I love the mix you used and am sure it would make taco night spectacular. Easy, simple, brilliant!

  2. I never realized how much better homemade taco seasoning is until I started blending my own. The stuff in the package is all salt! But you don’t realize it until you make the change—and then it’s impossible to go back! Not to mention, you can adjust the heat to your preference 🙂

  3. Making your own seasonings is SO much better! So much more affordable and so much tastier. My family loved this seasoning – thank you!!

  4. Making your own homemade seasoning blends is so economical. You can cater to the way you like it. They also make the best food gift ideas too.