If you are a fan of spicy and sweet sauces, this Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce recipe is a gem. Chili’s customers love it; a dedicated fan base would have it with anything. This recipe is surely a savior.

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I can attest to it because I am one of their fans, too. As the name suggests, this sauce is a unique blend of sweet and spicy flavors, with a touch of tanginess. People with low spice tolerance or who hate super-sweet sauces can customize it to their liking without compromising the sauce’s original base.

Knowing it was a fan favorite, I was skeptical about trying it, but luckily I did, and it turned out to be incredible. This sauce requires easy-peasy kitchen ingredients and is ready in under 7 minutes.

If you are tired of trying out big meals and want to try condiments, start with this Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce recipe. It has everything you can ask for in a sauce; no matter how many times you have it, you will always ask for more. So, get ready to learn how to make this delicious homemade sauce right away!

Equipment Required

Saucepan: I use a saucepan to heat the ingredients and cook the sauce.
Spatula: I use a spatula to stir the sauce.
Bowl: I arrange all the ingredients before cooking to save time and hassle, so I place the ingredients in a bowl.
Spoon: I use a small spoon to add the ingredients to the bowl.

Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce Ingredients & Substitutions

Note: The ingredients in this recipe can serve up to 4 people. You can increase or decrease the quantities as required or make more or fewer portions.

1 Cup Tomato Puree: I am using store-bought and canned tomato puree, but you can also make this at home.
1 Cup Light Corn Syrup: If you don’t like the taste of corn syrup, you can replace it with regular sugar, but remember that granulated sugar will take longer to dissolve in the sauce.
1 Teaspoon Citric Acid
1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
1 Teaspoon of Corn Starch
¼ Cup Honey: Don’t like honey? Add maple syrup or agave syrup instead.
1 Teaspoon Chipotle Pepper Powder: If you don’t have these, you can use regular Adobe chipotle peppers, but this will not give you a smooth texture.
2 Drops of Lemon Juice: If you do not prefer lemon juice, add a little apple cider to it.
½ Teaspoon Salt and Black Pepper

Preparation And Cooking Time

Preparation Time	Cooking Time	Total Time
5 Minutes	20 Minutes	25 Minutes

How To Make Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce At Home

Step 1

Add tomato puree to a saucepan and heat it on medium heat. Once it starts boiling, add lemon juice and onion powder.

Step 2

Give it a nice stir, and add garlic powder, citric acid, and corn syrup to the pan.

Step 3

Make a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce and add it to the pan. Add honey and chipotle pepper powder, too.

Step 4

Finally, season it off with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

Give it a few tosses and twirls with the spatula, and your Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce will be ready quickly.

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Expert Tips That I Recommend

For sauce recipes, it is always best to use fresh ingredients, which makes the sauce taste better. Of course, fresh ingredients stay fresh longer if you plan to store them.
I like my Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce a bit thick, but remember that it will eventually thicken as it cools. So do not thicken it completely on the stovetop.
I am using chipotle powder in this recipe, but if you are using chipotle peppers, you can use a blender or food processor to smooth out the chunky pieces in the sauce. This will give you a thick, creamy, and chunk-free sauce.
To allow the flavors to meld, I even recommend chilling it in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
I have often observed that trying out the Chili’s honey chipotle sauce immediately after it has cooked can be a bit spicy. So, I like to let it rest in the fridge for about 2-3 hours, and I can say for sure that the spiciness mellows over time.
Since I am making this at home, I like to experiment with different types of honey, such as clover and wildflower, for interesting flavors.
In some cases, the sauce can turn out to be extremely sour. If so, add a pinch of baking soda while cooking the sauce. This will help balance the sauce’s sourness.
I prefer to cook the sauce slowly over medium heat for an additional 5-10 minutes for a richer flavor.

FAQs About Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce

How can you make Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce spicier

If you want to make your Chili’s Honey Chipotle sauce spicier, add adobo peppers, smoked paprika, and a dash of cayenne powder. You can also add chili flakes and grind them all together to heat them up and make your Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce.

How can you make your Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce less spicy

If your Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce has become too spicy, you can add sweeteners like corn syrup or maple syrup. Increasing the quantity of lemon juice will also help lower the heat level of the sauce.

Can you make Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce without cooking it

Since we are using tomato paste in this recipe, it is important to cook it so that the raw taste disappears. However, if you want to make Chili’s honey chicken sauce without cooking it, use ketchup instead of tomato paste. Then add all the ingredients, give it a nice stir, and serve.

How to determine if your Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce is ready

You will know your Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce is ready when the color starts becoming vibrant and dark in color, and the consistency of the sauce will thicken. Also, the raw taste of the tomato puree will disappear, and it will have a sweet, tangy, and spicy profile to it.

How to thicken your Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce

If your Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce is too runny, cornstarch slurry to thicken it. Also, heat it well to evaporate it naturally.

Why is your Chili’s Honey Chipotle sauce so bitter in taste

Your Chili’s honey chipotle sauce can taste bitter if you have overcooked it. Overcooking will burn the tomato puree and spices, giving the sauce a burnt and bitter taste. This sauce only requires 2 minutes to cook, so cook it at medium heat and make gentle twirls in between to prevent it from getting burnt.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

Enjoying this Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce daily is not a bad idea because it is healthy. Since it is low in calories, I like to slather it over everything.

Well, if you don’t trust me and are still curious about the nutritional values, then have a look at the table below:

Calories	140 kcal
Carbohydrates	35 g
Protein	1 g
Fat	1 g
Sodium	500 mg
Potassium	85 mg
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	26 g
Calcium	20 mg
Iron	1 mg

This Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce also has other good qualities, like soy, nut, and gluten-free. It is also dairy-free and vegetarian.

Hence, people following those diets can have it without any restrictions. On the other hand, people following vegan diets can also have it but must make certain modifications first.

Recipe Variations For Different Diets

Vegan: Unfortunately, Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce is not vegan because it contains honey. However, to make this sauce vegan-friendly, I add maple syrup or increase the quantity of light corn syrup to avoid adding honey.

Storing & Reheating This Recipe

Storing

Countertop: Once my Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce is ready, I do not leave it on the countertop for more than an hour to prevent contamination.
Refrigeration: Making Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce in bulk is a good idea, as it can be stored in the fridge for about 3 days. Just make sure you are using an airtight container to prevent your surface from coming in contact with moisture. Also, make sure the sauce is completely cooled before refrigerating or freezing it.
Freezing: If you have even larger quantities of Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce, you can freeze it. Transfer the leftovers to a freezer-friendly bag and store them for up to 3 months.

Reheating

Microwave: If you are in a time crunch, pour the leftovers into a Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce microwave-friendly bowl and heat it over medium power for a minute. You can follow it up with a 110-second burst if required. Moreover, keep a close eye on it.
Stovetop: Before serving Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce, I like to reheat the refrigerated sauce until its internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety. I pour the sauce into a pan and heat it over medium heat. I stir it gently to transfer the heat throughout the sauce, and once it is heated enough, I take it off the stove. If your sauce is sticking to the pan, you can add a little water, but do not overdo it, as it can ruin the sauce’s consistency.

What to Serve With This Recipe

If you have been enjoying Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce with French fries only, you are missing out because there are so many other options. I like to dip Chicken Wings and Cauliflower Wings in a bowl of Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce, too.

When I am in the mood for something tangy and spicy, I also make my Pasta and Sandwiches with it. You can also use it to layer your Tacos and Burrito.

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Conclusion

This recipe is the easiest Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce, and it comes together in under 10 minutes. I am pretty sure that you already have all the ingredients to make it right away, as it does not call for something fancy and out of the box.

It has a smoky, sweet flavor along with hints of tanginess, which makes it ideal for so many food options. This sauce also stores well, so you can enjoy its magic more often. Give this Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce a try at home, and let me know in the comments how it turned out.

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Chili’s Honey Chipotle Sauce Ingredients & Substitutions

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