Blend: Smoky Chipotle Seasoning

Another day another spice blend for your growing collection!

Today I’m sharing with you a simple chipotle blend that is delightfully smoky and savory! 7 dried herbs and spices are combined to make one robust spice mix that will blow your mind. Okay, so maybe I’m being a tad dramatic. However, 2 tablespoons of this magical stuff does wonders for ground turkey, chicken or beef. In the past, I’ve tossed chicken breasts with it plus a smidgen olive oil before grilling. Deeply good!

Who needs pre-made packets when from-scratch is always a million times better and only as straightforward?

To cook this Smoky Chipotle Seasoning Gather:

• chipotle chili powder
• regular chili powder
• ground cumin
• kosher salt
• smoked paprika
• Mexican oregano or regular
• garlic powder
• onion powder

There’s no right or wrong brand. I will first say, buy what you can afford. However, not all spices are created equal as you tend to get what you pay for. Currently I use Morton & Bassett (not sponsored) because I find their spices to be top notch in texture, color and flavor. A regular here and respect what their company stands for not only with charitable work but also quality control. With that said some other welcome brands I’ve used over the years are Simple Organic, Frontier Co-op and Penzys.

Completely forgot the cumin in the ingredient shot 😔

Into a glass jar or container with a tight fitting lid, measure and add 2 tablespoons ground chipotle powder, 1 tablespoon regular chili powder and 1 tablespoon ground cumin. Next, measure and add 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano.

Crush the oregano with your fingers after measuring and add it into the jar. My mom always does this, but not only does it break the oregano into smaller pieces but I believe it also helps release some of the aromatics of the dried herb. Lastly add 1 teaspoon both garlic and onion powder.

Stir well to combine.

And that’s it my friends. So unfussy!! One recipe yields 8 tablespoons and I use 2 tablespoons per 1 pound package of meat. If using with veggies, I typically use about 1 tablespoon – it genuinely simply depends.

Worth keeping the deep rusty red color of this spice blend!

Lastly, store in an air-tight jar in a cool, dry spot for up to 6 months or longer.

Enjoy! And if you give this Smoky Chipotle Seasoning Blend recipe a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!