Dave’s Hot Chicken Sauce Recipe – Easy Kitchen Guide

By Lori Walker, MS, RD | Published on May 12, 2023 | Last Updated on March 17, 2024

If you like chicken, shrimp, or any beer dishes with creamy sauce, you’ll absolutely adore Dave’s Hot Chicken Sauce! As a recipe developer, I’ve recreated this creamy, spicy, flavorful condiment that pairs perfectly with grilled or fried chicken. It’s made with simple ingredients like butter, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and pickle juice.

The addition of cayenne pepper powder and spicy garlic B-dubs sauce gives it an extra kick of heat. It’s an easy-to-make sauce and you can use it as a dip, spread or marinade.

Whether you like your chicken with a kick of heat or a milder flavor, Dave’s hot chicken sauce is sure to please.

Where Did I First Try Dave’s hot chicken sauce?

I first tried Dave’s hot chicken sauce when I visited an old friend in Texas. We went out for lunch at Dave’s Hot Chicken, renowned for serving up some of the best southern fried chicken in town.

When I took my first bite, something about the taste and flavor was different than what I had expected. As soon as I asked my friend what was in it, she told me about this amazing sauce that the restaurant made called Dave’s hot chicken sauce.

When I got home, I decided to try making my own version of Dave’s hot chicken sauce. I looked up some recipes online and combined different ingredients until I found the perfect combination of flavor that worked for me.

It only took a few attempts before I had my own version of Dave’s hot chicken sauce, which was a huge hit at home and with my friends.

The recipe is simple enough that anyone can make it and the flavors are so unique that it’s hard to resist. The combination of butter, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper powder, dried parsley, garlic powder, spicy garlic B-dubs sauce, garlic cloves, brown sugar and pickle juice combine together to create a creamy, spicy and flavorful condiment that pairs perfectly with grilled or fried chicken.

Dave’s hot chicken sauce has become a staple in our home and I love serving it when we have guests over.

Not only is it delicious but it also adds an extra layer of flavor to the meal that everyone enjoys. It’s also a great addition to any backyard BBQ or picnic, as it can be served up with different sides and snacks.

However, I’ve also covered Dino’s famous chicken recipe, Trader joe’s alfredo sauce, cheddar’s honey hot sauce and lachoy sweet and sour sauce on my blog. Don’t forget to check them out!

You can also checkout the following Breakfast Recipe :

• Powder Bun Recipe from Belize
• Cinnamon Bread Recipe from Costco
• Pancake recipe from Joy of Cooking

Ingredients

Butter: Butter is the main ingredient for this recipe. It gives it a creamy texture and adds flavor.

Mayonnaise: Mayonnaise helps make the sauce thicker and adds more richness to the dish.

Dijon Mustard: Dijon mustard brings a great depth of flavor to this sauce, as well as a slight tanginess that pairs perfectly with the other flavors.

Mustard: Mustard gives this sauce a slight spiciness and adds a nice kick.

Paprika: Paprika is a great way to add some smokiness and color to the dish, while also giving it an extra layer of flavor.

Onion Powder: Onion powder adds a subtle sweetness and onion flavor, while also helping to thicken the sauce.

Cayenne Pepper Powder: Cayenne pepper powder helps to give this sauce its signature heat.

Dried Parsley: Dried parsley is used for garnish and adds a nice pop of color.

Garlic Powder: Garlic powder gives the sauce a subtle garlic flavor and brings all of the other flavors together.

Spicy Garlic B-dubs Sauce: The spicy garlic B-dubs sauce really helps to give this dish its signature heat.

Garlic Cloves: Fresh garlic cloves add an extra layer of richness and help to deepen the flavor of the sauce.

Brown Sugar: Brown sugar helps to balance out some of the spicinesses and adds a nice sweetness to the dish.

Black Pepper: Black pepper gives this dish a little bit more heat while also helping to enhance all of the other flavors in the sauce.

Pickle Juice: Pickle juice is used to help balance out some of the heat and adds a nice flavor to the dish.

Directions

Step 1 

In a medium-sized saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Once melted, add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, mustard, paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper powder and dried parsley.

Step 2

Mix everything together and let it cook for a few minutes until all of the ingredients are combined. Add garlic powder, spicy garlic B-dubs sauce, garlic cloves, brown sugar and black pepper to the pan and mix everything together.

Step 3

Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the pan from heat and stir in pickle juice. Let the sauce cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure you use fresh garlic cloves for this recipe, as they will bring out more flavor than dried garlic.
• You can adjust the heat level by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper powder you use. If you like your sauce to be extra spicy, add more!
• If you don’t have pickle juice on hand, white vinegar also works well for this recipe.
• This sauce pairs great with fried chicken, french fries and more!

What Ingredients Can I Replace or Substitute While Making It?

• If you don’t have mayonnaise on hand, you can use plain Greek yogurt instead.
• You can also substitute Dijon mustard for regular mustard if you don’t have any Dijon on hand.
• If you don’t have dried parsley, fresh parsley can be used as well.
• If you don’t have spicy garlic B-dubs sauce, you can use Sriracha or any other hot sauce instead.
• You can also replace the brown sugar with white sugar if needed.
• If you don’t have pickle juice, apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute.

Nutrition Information

• Calories: 203 kcal;
• Carbohydrates: 8 g;
• Protein: 1 g;
• Fat: 19 g;
• Saturated Fat: 5 g;
• Cholesterol: 16 mg;
• Sodium: 486 mg;
• Potassium: 24 mg.

How to Store Leftover Dave’s hot chicken sauce?

You can store leftover Dave’s hot chicken sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, simply microwave or heat it on the stovetop over low-medium heat until it reaches your desired temperature.

FAQs

Wrapping Up

Dave’s hot chicken sauce is a delicious and flavorful condiment that can be used on anything from fried chicken to french fries. It is simple to make with just 8 ingredients and easy-to-follow directions. Plus, you can easily customize the flavors by adjusting the amount of heat or sweetness according to your preference.

Here you have a delicious and flavorful sauce that can be stored in your fridge or freezer for easy meal prep. So why not give it a try today? You won’t regret it. Please share this recipe with your friends and family, and don’t forget to tag us on Instagram. Thank you.

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