This homemade fajita seasoning is bold, smoky, and the kind of blend you’ll want to keep on repeat. Made with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic, and a touch of cayenne, it instantly turns chicken, steak, or veggies into a flavorful, sizzling meal. One quick sprinkle, and dinner suddenly gets a lot more exciting.
A word with Silvia…
When did I start making my own seasoning? If you’ve been here for a while you know I don’t have too many homemade seasonings. In fact I only have this homemade herb salt that I made with the intention of extending the life of my garden herbs.
Well, let me tell you what happens when you are 40+ you forget things all-the-time, and one of those things is buying seasonings at the store. While I usually buy most spices bulk, specialty ones such as fajitas seasoning, usually don’t make the list.
Thankfully it is really easy to make your own fajita seasonings at home, plus you get to really customize to your liking.
This homemade fajita seasoning is one of those small kitchen staples that makes a big difference. It’s bold, smoky, and perfectly balanced, the kind of blend you’ll want to keep in a little jar at the front of your spice drawer. With warm chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic, onion, and just a touch of cayenne, it instantly transforms simple chicken, steak, shrimp, or vegetables into something deeply flavorful.
I love having this on hand for busy nights when I want dinner to taste exciting without overthinking it. A quick sprinkle is all it takes to turn plain protein into sizzling fajitas, sheet-pan dinners, taco bowls, or even a fast skillet meal.
Why you’ll love making this easy fajitas seasoning
👉🏻 It’s fresher and more vibrant,
👉🏻 It takes 5-minutes to mix the seasoning
👉🏻 Which means you’re just minutes away from a great meal.
👉🏻 It’s controllable and adjustable, more heat, less heat, more smokiness, a little sweeter… make it your own!
Once you make your own fajita seasoning, you’ll never want to go back to store-bought.
Storage and shelf life information
- Store your fajita seasoning in an airtight container or small spice jar.
- Keep it in a cool, dark place, like a pantry or spice drawer, away from heat and sunlight.
- Label the jar with the date you made it to help you keep track of freshness.
- Homemade fajita seasoning stays fresh for up to 6 months.
- For the best flavor, use it within 3–4 months, when the spices are most vibrant.
- If the aroma starts to fade, it’s time to refresh the batch, spices should smell bold and fragrant.
Recipes to use fajitas Seasoning
Kid-Friendly Fajita Seasoning Variation
To make a milder version that’s great for kids (or anyone sensitive to spice), do this:
- Reduce or omit chili powder
- Skip any cayenne or crushed red pepper
- Instead increase the smoked paprika slightly for flavor without heat
- Balance with garlic, onion, and cumin as they add warmth without spice
- Add a touch of oregano as a mild touch.
This version still delivers that classic fajita flavor but stays gentle enough for little palates. You can always add extra heat at the table for adults.
Fajita Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Stir all the spices together in a small bowl.
- Transfer to an airtight container or spice jar and store away from light and heat.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
