Harold’s Chicken Sauce

If you live in Chicago, you really need to try this Harold’s Chicken Sauce! Why Chicago? Because that’s where the sauce comes from, and it’s super popular there.

At Harold’s Chicken, they use this yummy sauce on fried chicken or any kind of cooked chicken. But it also tastes great with fries, garlic mushrooms, or even oven-cooked carrots.

You can buy the sauce on Amazon, but trust me, if you make it using my copycat recipe, it tastes even better! I use ketchup and hot sauce like Frank’s RedHot, plus a little honey to make it sweet.

So now you have two choices: buy it from Amazon, or make it yourself using my recipe. And don’t forget to tell me how yours turned out.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup hot sauce (I used Frank’s RedHot)
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice)
• 1 tablespoon butter

How to Make Harold’s Chicken Sauce?

Step 1:

In a pot, pour in the ketchup, hot sauce, vinegar, and water. Mix them up with a spoon.

Step 2:

Now add the brown sugar, honey, and all the spices. Turn the stove to warm (medium heat) and keep stirring with your spoon.

Step 3:

Let the sauce get hot. Then turn the heat down low and let it cook for 10 minutes while you stir sometimes.

Step 4:

Add the butter and mix until it melts. Turn off the heat and let the sauce cool. After that Enjoy.

Kitchen Equipment

• Medium saucepan
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Mixing spoon or whisk
• Stove
• Glass jar or bottle for storage

What to Serve with Harold’s Chicken Sauce?

Harold’s Chicken Sauce goes with so many meals, I treid before with all kinds of foods, You can drizzle it on fried chicken, baked chicken, or Grilled Chicken, the sauce is created espechealy for chicken meals.

But don’t stop there, it’s also amazing drizzled over fries, sweet potato wedges, or onion rings. You can also enjoy it with tacos, quesadillas, or nachos. These are just a few reasons to keep this sauce in your fridge, and if you have a friend from Chicago, just ask them, they’ll give you even more tasty ways to use it.

FAQ

What is Harold’s Chicken Sauce made of?

I made it based on ketchup, hot sauce, vinegar, water, brown sugar, honey, butter, and some spices like garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.

How does Harold’s Chicken Sauce taste and look?

It tastes sweet, with a little spicy. It looks red-orange and is smooth and shiny too.

Can I make this sauce without hot sauce?

Yes, but it won’t have the same spicy taste.

How long does the sauce last in the fridge?

It lasts for about 7 days if you keep it in the fridge.

Can I freeze the sauce?

Yes.

Is Harold’s Chicken Sauce gluten-free?

Yes, if you use gluten-free hot sauce and ketchup.

Can I use this sauce on other meats?

Yes, It’s great on grilled beef, and even fish.

How can I make the sauce sweeter?

Add more honey if you want a sweeter taste.

What if the sauce is too spicy?

Add a bit more ketchup.

What does the butter do in the sauce?

The butter makes the sauce creamy and smooth.

Can I make this sauce in the microwave?

You can, but it’s better to cook it on the stove.

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