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A jar of Baja Chipotle Sauce drizzled over grilled chicken, with chipotle peppers, lime, and cilantro surrounding it for garnish.

Baja Chipotle Sauce

This creamy, smoky, and tangy sauce is inspired by the famous Subway Baja Chipotle Sauce. It’s perfect for tacos, grilled chicken, fries, and more!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1 cup
Calories 80 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Use a hand blender or whisk to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more lime juice or chipotle peppers if you prefer extra heat.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve as a dipping sauce, drizzle over tacos, or use as a topping for grilled chicken or burgers.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more chipotle peppers or cayenne pepper. For a lighter option, replace the mayo with Greek yogurt.
Keyword Creamy, Spicy