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    Home » Recipes » Dips, Dressings, Sauces & Seasonings

    Copycat Chik-fil-A Sauce Recipe

    Updated: Jul 9, 2022 · Published: Sep 18, 2021 by Eileen Murphy Kelly

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    Servings 32 Tablespoons
    Prep 5 minutes mins
    Cook 0 minutes mins
    a glass mason jar with chik-fil-a sauce in it and a hand holding a chicken nugget dipped in the sauce above the jar.

    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.

    A chicken nugget with yellow dipping sauce above a jar holding the sauce.
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    • Ingredient List
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    • Storage
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    • Frequently Asked Questions
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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

    Honey, bbq sauce, yellow mustard, lemon juice, and mayonnaise in measuring spoons.
    • 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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    Equipment

    • Whisk
    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl

    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.

    A white bowl with a mixture of honey, bbq sauce, and mayonnaise in the bowl.

    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.

    A white bowl with a yellow colored sauce in it.

    Store in a mason jar or any airtight covered container.

    A side view of a yellow sauce in a mason jar.

    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

    Can I use something besides mayonnaise for the sauce?

    Sure, greek yogurt would be a fantastic alternative.

    Will I be able to freeze the sauce?

    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.

    An overhead view of Chik-fil-A sauce in a clear mason jar.

    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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    Eileen  xo

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    A hand holding a chicken nugget that had been dipped into a yellow sauce.

    Copycat Chik-fil-A Sauce

    A homemade Chik-fil-A sauce that is great on chicken and fries. An easy sauce with just a few ingredients.
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    Course: Sauce
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Chik-fil-A sauce recipe, copycat Chik-fil-A sauce, dipping sauce
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    let refrigerate: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 32 Tablespoons
    Calories: 25kcal
    Author: Eileen Kelly

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    Equipment Needed:

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    • Whisk
    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls

    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.

    NOTES

    32 Tablespoons = 1 pint of sauce. 
    Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe. 
    Note 1: I prefer low-fat mayonnaise. Full-fat mayo can be used.
    Storage: Keep in an airtight covered container in the refrigerator for about 10-12 days. 
    I'm not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
     
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Tablespoon | Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 71mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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