Description

Chicken fingers are a favorite for many, whether as a quick snack, part of a meal, or served at parties. But what makes them truly irresistible is the perfect dipping sauce. This Chicken Finger Sauce is creamy, tangy, and has just the right amount of spice to complement your crispy chicken fingers. Quick and easy to prepare, it will take your chicken finger experience to the next level. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe and how to make it!

Ingredients

2 cups mayonnaise (Hellman’s or Duke’s)

¼ cup Heinz ketchup

1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

¼ tsp hot sauce (or to taste)

¼ tsp garlic powder (or to taste)

1 tsp Lawry’s seasoned salt (or to taste)

½ tsp black pepper (or to taste)

Dash of cayenne pepper

Instructions

Whisk Together All Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, seasoned salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.

Adjust Seasonings: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings if needed. If you prefer it spicier, add more hot sauce or cayenne. If you want a milder flavor, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper.

Refrigerate: Once mixed and seasoned to your liking, refrigerate the sauce until you’re ready to serve it. The flavors will meld together as it sits, making it even more flavorful.

Notes

Serving Tips:

Serve with Crispy Chicken Fingers: This sauce is the perfect accompaniment to crispy chicken fingers, offering a creamy and tangy contrast to the crunch.
Pair with Other Fried Foods: It also works wonderfully with other fried appetizers like mozzarella sticks, onion rings, and fried shrimp.
Use as a Spread: For an extra kick, use this sauce as a spread for sandwiches, burgers, or wraps.
Garnish with Fresh Herbs: For a fresh touch, garnish the sauce with finely chopped parsley or cilantro before serving. This adds a nice color and freshness to the rich sauce.
Make Ahead: The sauce tastes even better when the flavors have had time to blend together, so consider making it ahead of time and storing it in the fridge.

Storage Tips:

Refrigerate: Store the Chicken Finger Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 5-7 days.
Freezing: This sauce isn’t ideal for freezing due to its mayonnaise base, which may separate when thawed. For the best texture and flavor, refrigerate rather than freeze.
Keep Covered: When not in use, make sure the sauce is kept covered to prevent it from absorbing odors from other foods in the refrigerator.
Easy to Double: If you’re making the sauce for a larger group, you can easily double the ingredients and store the extra for later use.

By following these simple serving and storage tips, you’ll always have this delicious sauce ready to enhance your meals!