Best Sauces for Chicken (Easy and Delicious)
on Dec 06, 2022
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A regular chicken dinner can be transformed from basic to brilliant by serving it with a tasty sauce. From copycat recipes from our favorite restaurants to made-from-scratch Korean bulgogi sauce, we’ve collected 13 of the best sauces for chicken.
Your family will love these tasty sauces. Try them the next time you’re making chicken for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
From Cane’s copycat sauce to duck sauce to teriyaki sauce, there are endless exciting ideas for your chicken recipes.
Best Sauces for Chicken
Wingstop Ranch Sauce
The ranch sauce at Wingstop is addictively delicious! It’s great with wings but can also be served alongside chicken breasts and thighs.
Arby’s Horsey Sauce
If you love spicy sauces, give this Arby’s copycat recipe a try. It combines mayonnaise with horseradish and definitely packs a punch!
Cane’s Sauce Copycat
This copycat of Cane’s creamy sauce will have you coming back for more. Use it as a dip for roast chicken or even as a creamy dressing for potato salad!
Homemade Dijonnaise
There’s no need to buy a bottle of dijonnaise when you can easily make it yourself. You’ll only need five ingredients and it takes five minutes to make!
Teriyaki Sauce
Homemade teriyaki sauce is so much better than store-bought. It’s easy to pull together and you can use it to make your own teriyaki chicken!
Lemon Butter Sauce
This lemon butter sauce is the perfect blend of tangy and savory. Serve it over chicken and your favorite green veggies for a delicious bloost in flavor!
Korean Bulgogi Sauce
This sweet Korean bulgogi sauce would be delicious served as a dipping sauce for chicken. It’s a blend of savory and sweet flavors that also pairs well with grilled veggies.
Duck Sauce
This sweet and sour sauce is typically served with duck at restaurants. You can make your own in just 5 minutes and serve it with your favorite chicken dish. Try it as a base to make sweet & sour chicken!
Cream Sauce for Chicken
Cream sauce is super versatile and can be enjoyed with chicken, rice, and veggies! Serve it with your favorite chicken dish for a delicious weeknight meal.
Orange Sauce for Chicken
If you love the orange chicken served at Chinese restaurants, give this sauce a try! It’s sweet, tangy, and super easy to make. Add it to chicken and serve it alongside fluffy steamed rice for a meal your family will love.
Mushroom Sauce
Creamy mushroom sauce is delicious served over chicken breasts. Add some mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli and you’ll have an absolutely delicious dinner!
Lemon Butter Dipping Sauce
Drizzle this tangy lemon butter sauce over roasted chicken for a delicious boost in flavor. Serve it alongside roasted asparagus and sweet potatoes for a fantastic meal.
BBQ Sauce for Chicken
Barbequed chicken is a favorite dish to enjoy year-round. This tangy BBQ sauce is a delicious blend of sweet and tangy flavors and would also be great served with pork and beef!
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Best Sauces for Chicken (Easy Ranch Sauce Recipe and More)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup buttermilk, start with 1/4 cup and gradually add more to reach your desired consistency
- 3/4 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth. I recommend starting with 1/4 cup buttermilk and gradually adding more to reach your desired consistency.
- Add dill, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl. Whisk until combined.
- Combine the mayo mixture with the seasoning.
- Add in the lemon juice. Mix well. (Taste and add more salt if needed)
- Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- This homemade ranch dressing will last for up to a week in the refrigerator.
- You can use white vinegar instead of lemon juice in this recipe.
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
