Wondering what the best sauces for chicken nuggets are? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 20+ easy sauce recipes.
These sauces are not only delicious with chicken nuggets, but they’re great with chicken tenders and chicken wings too!
And while the most popular dipping sauce for chicken fingers may be creamy ranch, there are so many great options!
PS – Be sure to check out these 35+ sides for chicken nuggets too!
The BEST Sauces for Chicken Nuggets
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Sauce
This homemade Chick-Fil-A Sauce tastes just like the real thing! A cross between smoky barbecue sauce and creamy honey mustard creates the ideal dipping sauce for chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, fries, and all of your fast food favorites.
Chick-Fil-A Sauce
Buffalo Wing Sauce Recipe
This Buffalo Wing Sauce recipe can be made mild, medium or hot to suit your taste preference. It's the BEST Buffalo Sauce and made with only 4-ingredients!
Buffalo Wing Sauce
Bang Bang Sauce
Add a tangy, sweet and spicy kick to your chicken nuggets with Bang Bang Sauce! It’s an easy, creamy chili and mayo dipping sauce made from ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.
Bang Bang Sauce
Easy BBQ Sauce
This Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe is so easy! Made in just 15-minutes with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. This southern sauce is delicious on brisket, pork chops, chicken, and ribs.
BBQ Sauce
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
This easy homemade Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce recipe is made with just 4-ingredients and the perfect dipping sauce for chicken tenders, pretzel bites, veggies and so much more! It will be ready in 5 minutes! All you need to make it are yellow mustard, dijon mustard, mayonnaise and honey.
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Restaurant Ranch Dressing
This Restaurant Ranch Dressing is hands down the best, most crave-worthy ranch you've ever had. This recipe can rival any restaurant ranch dressing!
Ranch Dressing
Lemon Pepper Sauce
This easy Lemon Pepper Sauce recipe is bursting with fresh lemon and cracked black pepper! It’s a game changer for chicken wings, seafood, roasted veggies, and so much more.
Lemon Pepper Sauce
Copycat In-N-Out Sauce
This famous In-N-Out Sauce is easy to make at home! 6 simple ingredients are transformed into a sweet, briny, and tangy sauce that’s perfect for burgers, finger foods, and homemade Animal Fries.
In-N-Out Sauce
Steakhouse Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe
This is the BEST Steakhouse Blue Cheese Dressing recipe. It takes less than five minutes to make. Super creamy, tangy and loaded with chunky blue cheese. Drizzle it over a Wedge Salad or serve it alongside some Buffalo Wings.
Blue Cheese Dressing
Jalapeño Ranch
Jalapeño Ranch is perfect as a dressing, dip or sauce. It’s creamy with a distinct herby flavor but its subtle spicy kick is what keeps you coming back for more!
Jalapeno Ranch
Peruvian Green Sauce (Aji Verde)
This Peruvian Green Sauce (or Aji Verde) is a spicy and versatile condiment. Made with jalapeno, cilantro, and fresh lime juice, plus Greek yogurt to give it a creamy texture. It's an amazing dipping sauce, spread or dressing.
Peruvian Green Sauce
Aji Amarillo Sauce Recipe
This Aji Amarillo Sauce is a spicy and versatile Peruvian condiment. Spicy yellow pepper paste is blended with creamy and tangy ingredients, leaving you with an outstanding dipping sauce, spread, or dressing.
Aji Amarillo Sauce
Alabama White BBQ Sauce
This Alabama White BBQ Sauce is a rich and tangy twist on traditional barbecue sauce. Made with mayo, horseradish, and seasonings, the bold flavors pair perfectly with grilled meats and so much more!
White BBQ Sauce
Boom Boom Sauce
Add a sweet and spicy kick to your fries, burgers, and more with this homemade Boom Boom Sauce recipe! It’s an easy chili and mayo dipping sauce made from ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.
Boom Boom Sauce
Cilantro Lime Crema
This quick and tangy Cilantro Lime Crema is ready in just 5 minutes. Better than sour cream, this Mexican condiment is flavored with fresh cilantro and lime juice to create a creamy and vibrant dressing, taco topping, or dipping sauce.
Cilantro Lime Crema
Chipotle Crema
Add some smoke and spice to your favorite recipes with this Chipotle Crema. A Mexican-inspired sauce, this creamy mix is made with chipotles in adobo to give a boost to tacos, salads, and more!
Chipotle Crema
Taquera Salsa
Skip the jar of store bought salsa and make Salsa Taquera instead! It’s a smoky and vibrant condiment that’s perfect for tacos, carnitas, grilled meats, and more. The ingredients are simple, but the flavor is extravagant!
Salsa Taquera
Tonkatsu Sauce
This 6-ingredient Tonkatsu Sauce recipe (Bulldog Sauce) is an easy copycat recipe and the best condiment to serve with pork katsu, stir fry, french fries, and more. Lasts for 1 month in the fridge!
Tonkatsu Sauce
Comeback Sauce Recipe
This Comeback Sauce Recipe is the epitome of quick and easy. It’s a popular Southern dipping sauce you can use for chicken, chips, fries, vegetables and beyond. It’s simple to make and insanely delicious.
Get the RECIPE from Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen
Comeback Sauce
Get the RECIPE from Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen
Jamaican Jerk Sauce
This authentic jerk sauce recipe is jam-packed with spice and an incredible blend of sweet, savory, herbaceous, and warm flavors. Each taste will transport you to the beaches of the Caribbean!
Jerk Sauce
How to make ahead and store
Many of these chicken nugget sauce recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead.
What to serve with chicken nuggets
- MORE → 50+ of the best sides for chicken
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20+ BEST Sauces for Chicken Nuggets
Wondering what the best sauces for chicken nuggets are? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 20+ easy sauce recipes. Try this homemade Chick-Fil-A Sauce. It tastes just like the real thing! A cross between smoky barbecue sauce and creamy honey mustard creates the ideal dipping sauce for chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, fries, and all of your fast food favorites.
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Serves 6 people
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoon BBQ sauce
- 1 ½ Tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine.
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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