Description
This Raising Cane’s Chicken Sauce is a creamy and tangy dip that enhances the flavor of fried chicken, chicken tenders, and fresh veggies. Quick to prepare and packed with deliciousness, it’s perfect for any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Make sure you have all the ingredients listed above. Its always a good idea to measure them out beforehand to streamline the process.
- Mix the Base: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add 1 cup of mayonnaise. This will be the creamy base of our sauce. I prefer using a good quality mayonnaise for the best flavor.
- Add the Ketchup: Next, pour in 1/4 cup of ketchup. This adds a nice sweetness and tang to the sauce. Use a spatula to mix it well with the mayonnaise until its fully combined.
- Incorporate Worcestershire Sauce: Add 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the mixture. This ingredient is key for that umami flavor that makes the sauce so addictive!
- Season It Up: Now, lets add some flavor! Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1 tablespoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of paprika. These spices will elevate the taste of the sauce significantly. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Optional Heat: If you like a little heat, add 1 teaspoon of hot sauce. This is totally optional, but I find it gives the sauce a nice kick that pairs perfectly with chicken.
- Add Freshness: Finally, squeeze in 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice. This will brighten up the flavors and balance the richness of the mayonnaise.
- Final Mix: Give the sauce one last good stir to ensure all the ingredients are well incorporated. You want a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Cover the Bowl: Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to an airtight container. This will help keep it fresh and prevent any odors from the fridge from seeping in.
- Chill in the Refrigerator: Place the sauce in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. If you have time, letting it chill for a few hours or even overnight will enhance the flavors even more.
- Transfer to an Airtight Container: If you havent already, transfer the sauce to an airtight container.
Notes
- Its always a good idea to measure the ingredients out beforehand to streamline the process.
- Using a good quality mayonnaise will enhance the flavor of the sauce.
- Worcestershire sauce is key for that umami flavor that makes the sauce addictive.
- Adding hot sauce is optional, but it gives the sauce a nice kick that pairs perfectly with chicken.
- Fresh lemon juice brightens up the flavors and balances the richness of the mayonnaise.
- Letting the sauce chill for a few hours or overnight will enhance the flavors even more.
- This sauce is a perfect dip for crispy fried chicken and is a crowd-pleaser at parties.
- It pairs wonderfully with grilled or fried chicken sandwiches.
- Use it as a dip for fresh veggies to add flavor to healthy snacks.
- Transfer any leftovers to an airtight container for storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes