mexican seasoning

This easy homemade taco seasoning recipe is all natural and full of flavor! It takes just minutes to whip up using spices you might already have on hand.

Taco Seasoning (Easy &amp; Homemade!)

chili powder

cumin

paprika

oregano

garlic powder

onion powder

black pepper

salt

Whisk the ingredients together in a small bowl. Transfer to an airtight container or jar. Store for 6 months to 1 year in a cool, dry place.

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How to make a simple homemade Mexican seasoning perfect for tacos, chili, meat rubs, and more. This 11-ingredients Mexican spice blend takes just a couple of minutes to prepare and can be used for months for flavor-packed Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine!

Simple Mexican Seasoning (Mexican Spice Blend)

Tbsp chili powder (or cayenne)

Tbsp chili chipotle flakes (optional)

Tbsp sweet paprika

Tbsp cumin

salt (optional)

tsp black pepper

tsp cinnamon powder

nutmeg powder

Add all the ingredients to a large bowl, mix well, and then transfer to a clean glass jar with an airtight lid.

If you want the Mexican spices blend to be completely powdered, then feel free to place it in an electric spice grinder or high-speed blender first.

Store the Mexican spice blend in a clean airtight glass jar in a cool, dark location (like a kitchen cupboard). Aim to use the seasoning within 3-4 months for the best flavor results and shake well before each use to make sure it’s thoroughly mixed. Alternatively, you can store the Mexican spice in the freezer for 6-8 months – make sure the container is entirely airtight, though, as any liquid entering the spice blend will deplete the shelf life

How to store

This carnitas seasoning is the key ingredient to making the best pork carnitas the whole family will love. It incorporates some of the most robust seasonings that blend together for the most authentic Mexican flavor.

Carnitas Seasoning

EACH: smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder

Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and stir well.

Use immediately or store in an airtight jar or plastic bag. Use as needed.

These Mexican Spiced Chicken Bites are tender and juicy, low on effort and high on flavor! Perfect for weekly meal prep.

Mexican Spiced Chicken Bites

1 1/2-2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (cut into bite-sized pieces)

Tbsp. kosher salt

Tbsp. chili powder

red pepper flakes

lime juice

Tbsp. butter, (divided)

olive oil

garlic, (minced)

dried parsley, (if desired)

Fill a bowl with 6 cups cold water and 3 tablespoons kosher salt. Add chicken pieces. Mix well. Let chicken sit in brine for 30 minutes.

Salt Water Chicken Brine

In a small bowl, mix chili powder, garlic and onion powders, cumin, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes until well blended. Set aside.

Mexican Spice Mix

Drain the brine from the bowl and pat the chicken pieces dry. Add chicken pieces to a large bowl. Sprinkle chicken with the Mexican spice mix. Pour the lime juice over the chicken and with your hands or a rubber spatula, toss the chicken pieces into the spice blend until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Melt two tablespoons butter and olive oil together in a large skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the chicken in small batches and saute 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and no longer pink inside, stirring often. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces. Remove all chicken to a plate.

Add the garlic and remaining two tablespoons butter to the skillet and cook over medium heat just until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the chicken pieces, tossing in the butter until evenly coated. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired. Serve warm.

Chicken

I enjoy with refried beans and spanish rice as sides to make a meal, great for lunch or dinner, a glass of red wine goes well also. Thanks for sharing a wonderful recipe.

My husband and I love this recipe. It is so flavorful and delicious and it is one of our favorites now.

I made these last night and shredded the chicken and put them in tacos. They were absolutely delicious! I added some guacamole, a little tortilla chips for a crunch and put some local hot sauce on top . Let me tell you . I was on a trip to flavor town haha. Seriously though. Took one bite and I couldn’t even speak it was so good . Hands down delicious! Must have ate about 5 of them! Thank you so much for the recipe!

No need to ever make another Mexican chicken recipe. Ever. It’s so delicious. I’m very pleased.

I'm with you, Mary Ann. Keeping things really simple here. I made a big batch of refried beans today which would pair perfectly with these juicy chicken bites (I have chicken in the freezer and all the spices on hand, yay!). Thank you for the inspiration! Stay safe and be well and happy, my friend.

Such a versatile dish and it looks so delicious! Love Mexican flavours and so perfect on their own or in a taco or rice bowl, too. Stay well Mary Ann. I am binging on British mysteries here to pass the days :)

I'm totally addicted to Hallmark mysteries too! They have just the right of suspense and no blood and gore and the heroine always solves the crime! :)  These chicken bites look packed full of flavor and are perfect for a quick meal!

I'm also trying to take a break from watching the news, it was stressing me out more than I thought. I think we all need to just relax a little, stay at home as much as possible and MAKE THESE!! Yum. I love the idea of making a batch to last the week!

I'm with you!  No news on the tv plus therapeutic baking all the way!  I certainly hope you guys are doing well and staying safe and healthy!  These chicken bites look and sound fabulous!  You know I love anything spicy, so this chicken is right up my alley!  Plus, this is really versatile and I can imagine using these bites in tons of ways - in tacos, or on salads and burrito bowls - the sky is the limit! Pinned!

These little bites look very good. I am cooking a pot of black beans tonight and they would be perfect with that. I hope you are doing well.

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