18 Perfect Sauces for Chicken

Chicken is a go-to when it comes to dinner and meal prep, but it can get boring real quick. There are only so many ways to cook chicken – bake, air fry, fry, or boil. And chicken dries out easily – it’s hard to keep it moist. But this is where a sauce comes in. Sauces for chicken add flavor and moisture to your meat, not to mention variety. With these 18 perfect sauces for chicken, you won’t get bored again. These sauces range from spicy to creamy so there’s guaranteed to be one you like and may even become a household staple. Let’s get to it! 

1. Fiesta Lime Chicken

Fiesta Lime Chicken is a copycat recipe from Applebee’s so you know it’s good. But, it’s healthier than Applebee’s version, so it’s even better! The sauce is made with a blend of marinara sauce, soy sauce, and other seasonings to bring you a tangy lime sauce to cover your chicken with. 

2. Garlic Parmesan Chicken 

If you have guests to impress, this is the chicken sauce you want to make. It screams fancy, but is so simple and easy to make. Just a few ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and about 20 minutes of your time is all you need to whip this up. 

3. Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken

Another super simple, creamy sauce for your chicken is this Creamy Honey Mustard recipe. The combo of honey mustard and chicken is as classic as a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. From start to finish, you can have this on the table in under 30 minutes. 

4. Honey Garlic Soy Sauce Chicken 

You may not think that soy sauce would go well with a honey garlic sauce, but the flavors combine perfectly to create a perfect sauce for chicken. You just need a handful of ingredients like honey, butter, garlic, soy sauce, and chicken. It’s a light sauce – not heavy with cream. So it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner during the hot summer. 

5. Chicken with Sour Cream Sauce

Chicken covered in this sour cream sauce is reminiscent of stroganoff but without mushrooms. It pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or even rice. It’s perfect for a healthy, comfort food feeling. Make it for your next family dinner night on a cool autumn evening. 

6. Creamy White Wine Chicken

Creamy White Wine Chicken is what you want to make if you are looking for a restaurant quality meal at home. It’s elegant and impressive – so it should be on the list for a date night in. Full of herbs, heavy cream, and white wine, this chicken sauce is packed with flavor. 

7. The Best Orange Sauce

You can’t beat the classic flavor of orange chicken. But this sauce is the best orange sauce for your chicken. You can fry the chicken or even grill it for a healthier option. It doesn’t matter because this orange sauce is so flavorful, it’ll go with any type of chicken. It’s sweet and tangy and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner at home. 

8. Easy Chimichurri Chicken Recipe

Chimichurri is usually reserved for flank steak or pork, but it’s delicious on chicken as well. Fresh parsley and fresh oregano is the key to making this sauce delicious. Fresh herbs and spices pack a flavorful punch that take your chicken dinner to the next level. 

9. Dijon Chicken

If you’re not a fan of honey mustard chicken, give Dijon chicken a try. It’s got the tangy mustard flavor that pairs well with chicken, without the sweetness that honey mustard gives. Dijon mixed with heavy cream and other ingredients makes this sauce perfect for smothering grilled chicken breasts. It also only takes 30 minutes to make. Quick and easy! 

10. Creamy Lemon Chicken

Next time you’re having a dinner party, plan to make this creamy lemon chicken with a side of spaghetti. Your guests will leave wow’d and satisfied. This chicken is cooked in a creamy lemon sauce that’s actually not filled with butter- so it doesn’t sit heavy on the stomach. It’s light and flavorful. 

11. The Best Peanut Sauce

If you’re looking for a Thai-inspired chicken dish, with Asian flavors, this peanut sauce is it. And it’s only two steps! The best part is you can make this ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve it with your chicken as a dipping sauce. 

12. Honey Sriracha Sauce

Sweet and tangy with a little bit of a kick is what you get with this honey sriracha sauce. Drizzled over grilled chicken and rice or even used as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders, you can’t go wrong. You only need five ingredients to make this sauce. Make a double batch, because it’ll go fast. 

13. Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Mushrooms give a hearty, meaty texture to this creamy sauce. It bulks up the sauce in a flavorful way so you’ll feel like creamy mushroom chicken is a very filling meal. Make it on a cold night with a big bowl of pasta and you’ll be warmed from the inside out. 

14. Boom Sauce

If you don’t know what boom sauce is, you’re missing out. It’s a blend of all the great condiments – mustard, ketchup, and mayo – that typically goes on burgers and fries. But it’s absolutely delicious on chicken. The best part is there is no cooking required – just assemble the ingredients and whisk them together. 

15. The Best Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Teriyaki chicken is classic, but can sometimes be hard to make. And the storebought sauce is packed with sugar. Make this homemade teriyaki sauce instead and you can control the amount of sweetness. It takes about 15 minutes and less than 10 ingredients, so there is no reason not to try it yourself. 

16. Creamy Coconut Milk Chicken

Most sauces contain heavy cream, and if you’re dairy-free that can be frustrating. This coconut milk sauce is for you. It perfectly coats the chicken, leaving you with a comforting, creamy sauce without the dairy. It’s spiced with cayenne, paprika, and cumin which gives it the perfect kick of heat. 

17. Easy Bourbon Chicken

Bourbon chicken is a great swap if you’re tired of the classic chicken stir fry. The bourbon sauce gives the chicken an adult kick that is sweet, sticky, and packed with Asian flavors. You can use less or more bourbon depending on your taste preference, so give it a try for your next date night. 

18. Easy Jalapeno Sauce

It’s Taco Tuesday and you’re tired of the traditional salsa or salsa verde for your chicken. Make this jalapeno sauce instead. It’s perfect for chicken tacos and really brings the heat. If you love spicy (like really spicy) this sauce is for you. You may want to make a double batch and store it in the fridge because you’re going to want to use it all week. 

No more boring, dry chicken now that you’ve got 18 perfect sauces to choose from. Pick one or try them all – you won’t be disappointed.

And I’ll leave you with the full recipe for my Fiesta Lime Chicken below!