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Honey Garlic Chipotle Sauce Recipe

A simple honey garlic chipotle sauce recipe that’s sweet, smoky, and full of flavor. Perfect for tossing wings or using as a dip or glaze.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Yield: 2 cups
Author: Mirlene

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Materials

  • 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 cup honey
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp. Savory Thoughts Chipotle seasoning more if needed
  • 2 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
  • vinegar or lime juice (optional)
  • Water to thin it out (optional)

Instructions

  • Build your base
    In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant—don’t let it burn.
    Add the chipotle
    add the chipotle seasoning. Do not let it burn.
    Let it cook for a 30 seconds to a minute, so the flavors deepen.
    adding ingredients to make chipotle sauce
  • Sweeten and balance
    Pour in the honey and stir well. Add a splash of vinegar or lime juice to balance the sweetness.
    Let the sauce simmer gently until slightly thickened.
    Taste and adjust
    Taste your sauce and adjust:
    More honey → sweeter
    More chipotle → spicier
    More vinegar → brighter
    spoon lifting chipotle sauce

Notes

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Calories are estimated per serving.