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    Home » Lunch & Light Meals

    Chipotle Ranch Sauce

    Published: May 2, 2020 · Modified: May 11, 2021 by Keri Hix

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    a closeup photo of a mason jar filled with homemade spiced up ranch dressing
    a closeup photo of a mason jar filled with homemade spiced up ranch dressing
    a closeup photo of a mason jar filled with homemade spiced up ranch dressing

    This recipe for Chipotle Ranch Sauce was created because my son liked the Chipotle Ranch Chicken Loaded Griller that used to be available from Taco Bell. One of my favorite things to do is to make my own version of the food we have when we go out to eat. So for him, I came up with this chipotle dressing recipe.

    a jar full of chipotle flavored ranch dressing on a black cutting board

    According to my son (yes, he is probably a little bit biased) this sauce isn't quite like Taco Bell's... It is soooo much better! I'll take that!

    And you know what? My old cutting board has seen better days! It has been well used for sure. Time to go shopping I guess.

    This post has been updated from an earlier version. Some new pictures and simplified recipe instructions are included.

    To make this chipotle sauce, I started with my Homemade Ranch Dressing recipe and went from there.

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    Ingredients needed

    • Mayonnaise
    • Milk
    • Green onion
    • Garlic
    • Cumin
    • Salt and Pepper
    • Dill
    • Parsley
    • Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
    • Cayenne pepper (optional)
    • Lime

    A little about chipotles in adobo sauce

    Okay, I am no expert on peppers but there are just a few things I wanted to share with you about using them.

    First of all, different brands are different. Some have more sauce, some are a bit spicier, etc... Experiment and find a brand that you like to use. I just go with the flow and work with whatever is available.

    Chipotles are smoked and dried jalapenos. Sometimes you get some that are milder, sometimes hotter! If you are not one that is really into heat and spice, start with a small amount in this recipe. You can always add a bit more.

    Blend and taste as you go to get the flavor you like. But, remember, flavors do enhance as they sit. So if this is going to be in your refrigerator for a few days, take that into consideration.

    Adobo sauce is a tomato and seasoning mix that is used to rehydrate and can chipotle peppers in. The combination is delicious and adds so much flavor to a dish.

    How to prepare

    milk, mayo, green onion, garlic, spices, chipotle in adobo sauce, lime on a black cutting board

    Get all your ingredients together for the chipotle dressing.

    I like to use my mini food processor attachment that came with my immersion blender. You can also use a NutriBullet or a blender.

    milk, mayo, green onion, chipotles, spices, in a blender cup ready to be blended

    Place all the ingredients in the mixing bowl or blender cup. See, this is easy, right?

    Well, my helper showed up!

    my cat looking at the just blended spicy ranch sauce in a mini food processor

    Oh, hello there Abby! Be careful! I don't think you want to try this recipe.

    And this is what the finish Chipotle Ranch Sauce looks like.

    *Don't worry, no animals were harmed in the photo session for this recipe. She quickly moved on.

    finished chipotle ranch sauce in a jar

    Find a jar or container to store the sauce in. I like using a jar like this one with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for about a week.

    We like using it on chicken, tacos, salad, etc...

    a jar full of chipotle flavored ranch dressing on a black cutting board

    Chipotle Ranch Sauce

    This Chipotle Ranch Sauce is a spiced up version of my Homemade Ranch Dressing recipe. Great on salads, tacos and so much more!
    4.67 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Refrigerate before using (optional): 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 108kcal
    Author: Keri Hix

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup Mayonnaise
    • ⅓ cup Milk
    • 2 Green Onions cut into 1-inch pieces
    • 1 clove Garlic
    • ½ teaspoon Dill dried or about 2 teaspoons if using fresh
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • dash Ground pepper a dash or two
    • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley fresh or about 1 teaspoon if using dried
    • ½ teaspoon Cumin
    • 2 Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce more or less to taste
    • 1-2 teaspoons Adobo Sauce more or less to taste
    • Cayenne pepper dash or two. optional, if you need an extra kick
    • Lime juice juice from ½ a lime

    Instructions

    • Place all the ingredients, except the cayenne pepper, into a blender cup or food processor. Blend until smooth, or leave just a bit chunky if you prefer.
    • Taste and adjust any seasoning as you see fit. Now would be the time to add the cayenne pepper and/or add more chipotles or adobo sauce if you want to spice it up a bit more. Re-blend.
    • Place the sauce in a jar or container for storing in the refrigerator.
    • You can use the Chipotle Ranch Sauce right away or wait an hour or so for the flavors to enhance.
    • Store unused sauce in the refrigerator.

    Notes

    The chipotle peppers and adobo sauce come from the same can. Use to taste. 
    ** Use chicken strips from the lunchmeat aisle at the supermarket along with shredded cheese and Chipotle Ranch Sauce in a tortilla. Roll up tortilla and warm on both sides in a skillet over medium-high heat.
    ** This sauce is delicious on Shrimp Tacos. Marinate shrimp in olive oil, lime juice, and cumin. Cook until done. Add shrimp to a tortilla with some shredded cabbage, Chipotle Ranch Sauce, tomato, avocado, etc...
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 322mg | Potassium: 22mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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