Taco Seasoning Recipe

I've been wanting to make my own taco seasoning for a very long time. I've recently gained confidence mixing spices, and decided to tackle taco seasoning once and for all. The blend I've come up with is amazing. It's not spicy, just a great blend of Mexican flavors, and is perfect for ground beef. Use the seasoned ground beef for tacos, quesadilas, taquitos, burritos, and more. Your family will love it!

Taco Seasoning Recipe

2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper

1 lb extra lean ground beef
2 tbsp water

Mix the spices together in a small bowl until well combined. Heat a skillet sprayed with non-stick cooking spray to High heat and add your ground beef. When the ground beef is browned, drain off any fat, then sprinkle the entire bowl of seasoning evenly over the beef, add the water, and mix together. Enjoy!

Originally posted: 10/28/2011 11:11 AM. Reverted to draft 8/25/2013 9:47 PM PST.

Chicken Spice Rub Recipe

With the end of barbeque season approaching, I thought I'd post this recipe before it's too late. This spice rub really adds nice flavor to grilled chicken. We especially love the spiced chicken breasts on a Jalapeno Swiss Chicken Burger (pictured above).

Chicken Spice Rub Recipe

3 tsp paprika
1-1/2 tsp crushed basil
1-1/2 tsp sugar
Salt and pepper to taste (when grilling)

Combine all of the spices together in a small mixing bowl. Pour the spice rub over the chicken and rub it evenly all over the chicken. Salt and pepper the chicken after you put it on the grill. This recipe is enough rub for 3 chicken breasts. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container or plastic bag in your pantry for future use.

To make a Jalapeno Swiss Chicken Burger, you just need a spiced grilled chicken breast, a slice of swiss cheese, sliced pickled jalapeno, and a bun. Enjoy!