Description
Make the best and most flavorful chicken quesadillas by using this Chicken Quesadilla Seasoning!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon table salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- To Make The Spice Mix: Mix seasoning together and store in an air-tight container.
- Seasoning for Raw Chicken Breasts: Place two pounds of chicken breast on a baking sheet. Cover with the seasoning, then drizzle one tablespoon of oil over the chicken. Bake at 425F for 30-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F. Transfer the chicken to a large plate or cutting board. Shred with two forks.
- Seasoning for Shredded Chicken: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of shredded chicken and your spice mixture. If the chicken looks a little dry, add 1 tablespoon of water or lime juice to help.
- Seasoning for Raw Chicken Thighs: Place 2 pounds of chicken thighs on a baking sheet. Cover with the seasoning, then drizzle one tablespoon of oil over the chicken. Bake at 400F for 30-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F. Transfer the chicken to a large plate or cutting board. Shred with two forks.
- Seasoning for Ground Chicken: Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add one pound of ground chicken chicken and cook until browned. Stir in 2 tablespoons of seasoning and ¼ cup of water. Simmer on low until the meat is coated and the liquid evaporates.
Notes
This recipe makes 2 tablespoons of seasoning. To give the spice mixture some kick, start with ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper; this will give you a little kick. If you like things spicier, use ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Ingredient
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 batch
- Calories: 33 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 2300 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: chicken quesadilla seasoning, mexican spice mix, homemade taco seasoning alternative