Our Copycat Chik-fil-A Sauce is tangy and flavorful with just a few simple ingredients anymore to get a great-tasting quick meal. Top of a baked or air fryer Chik-fil-A chicken sandwich with this flavorful sauce for a perfect combination.
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- With just a few simple pantry ingredients you can make homemade Chik-fil-A sauce any time you have a craving.
- Enjoy this popular sauce in the comfort of your home whenever you want. Never wait on a long line again!
- Our homemade sauce is cost effective. So much cheaper to make homemade than buy at the grocery store.
Ingredient List
- Barbeque sauce, use your favorite homemade or store brand like Sweet Baby Rays.
- Mayonnaise full-fat will work. We prefer using low-fat to save a few calories.
- Yellow mustard gives a nice tang to this delicious sauce.
- Honey adds a little sweetness to make this a really special sauce.
- Lemon Juice gives just a hint of lemon flavor to balance the sweetness in the honey and tang of the mustard.
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Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
Step 1: Combine the ingredients in a small bowl until combined. Place in fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Once combined, Place in fridge for at least 30 minutes. Serve with your favorite chick-fil nuggets or Chick-fil-a chicken sandwich.
Store in a mason jar or any airtight covered container.
Variations
- If you want to change up the recipe to make it your own, here are some suggestions, a teaspoon of pickle juice can add some zip to the copycat sauce.
- Adding about ½ teaspoon of either garlic powder and/or onion powder would add nice flavor.
Storage
The sauce can be made ahead and kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 10-12 days.
Expert Tips
Expert Tip: Make a large batch and keep it in the fridge for dipping your favorite foods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sure, greek yogurt would be a fantastic alternative.
Mayonaisse does not freeze very well. I do not recommend freezing this one. Trust me, we make a double batch often because it goes fast. This is my familys favorite sauce.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with Chick Fil A chicken nuggets for a delicious combo.
Try serving with Baked Chicken Leg Quarters, that would be an awesome pairing with the crispy exterior of the chicken.
Dip some bacon-wrapped chicken in this sauce for a flavor-packed combo.
Change up the toppings on this Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burger with this sauce for a tasty meal.
This is an awesome sauce with baked chicken breasts, baked Parmesan chicken tenders,
or grilled chicken nuggets.
I cannot forget the classic, waffle fries are always delicious with this wonderful dipping sauce.
Similar recipes
- Homemade Honey Mustard Sauce is always another perfect dipping sauce.
- Love homemade sauces, try our Homemade Cocktail Sauce. It is next level delicious.
- Homemade enchilada sauce is a tasty sauce that makes delicious enchiladas and soup.
- Looking for something sweet, try our Salted Caramel Sauce.
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Originally published January 29, 2021, updated for user experience and information.
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📖 Recipe
Copycat Chik-fil-A Sauce
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Ingredients
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise Note 1
- ⅓ cup barbeque sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, mix together mayonnaise, barbeque sauce, honey, yellow mustard, and lemon juice.
- Keep in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve with your favorite Chick fil A recipes or any of your favorite foods.