đ„Ł Chick-fil-A Sauce Recipe: Make It at Home in Minutes!
This Chick-fil-A Sauce recipe is a spot-on copycat of the famous dipping sauceâcreamy, tangy, smoky, and slightly sweet. Made with just a few pantry staples, youâll have the perfect companion for nuggets, fries, sandwiches, and more in under 5 minutes. Once you try this homemade version, youâll never go back to the store-bought stuff again!
Equipment
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Airtight container or mason jar for storage
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard optional, for depth
- 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce preferably smoky/sweet
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar for tang
- Pinch of salt to taste
Instructions
Combine Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, add mayonnaise, honey, yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, barbecue sauce, and lemon juice.
Whisk Until Smooth:
- Whisk well until fully combined and creamy. Adjust honey or mustard to taste.
Chill (Optional):
- For best flavor, refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meldâbut itâs ready to eat right away!
Serve:
- Use as a dip for chicken, fries, or veggiesâor as a sandwich spread.
Notes
âïž 5 Tips for the Best Chick-fil-A Sauce:
Use a smoky BBQ sauce like hickory or honey BBQ to replicate the exact taste.
Add a touch of Dijon for that slightly sharp depth Chick-fil-A sauce is known for.
Let it chillâthe flavor improves as it sits.
Use real mayo, not salad dressing, for the creamiest base.
Balance sweetness and tang by adjusting honey and lemon juice to your preference.
đĄ Tips:
Store in the fridge for up to 7 days in an airtight container.
This recipe can be doubled or tripled easily for parties and cookouts.
Great as a burger spread or in wraps too!
đ Nutrition (per 1 tablespoon, approx.):
- Calories: 90
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 5g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 0g