Best 2 Cajun Ranch Sauce Recipes

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LOUISIANA HOT SAUCE CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH CAJUN RANCH DRESSING

Louisiana Hot Sauce Chicken Sandwich with Cajun Ranch Dressing image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories main-dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 25

Ingredients

2/3 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Frank's
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
Juice of 1 lime
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (1 1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 pound pepper jack cheese, thinly sliced
4 soft club rolls
8 leaves Bibb lettuce
Cajun Ranch Dressing, recipe follows
1 cup good mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk, shaken
3 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Frank's
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon blackening seasoning
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 celery stalk, finely diced
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk the buttermilk, hot sauce, honey, cumin, garlic, lime juice and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the chicken into a re-sealable bag and pour the buttermilk marinade over. Marinate in the fridge, at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken until cooked through and 165 degrees F, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
Place the cheese on the bottom of each roll, then top with 2 chicken thighs, lettuce and a dollop of Cajun Ranch Dressing.
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, hot sauce, lemon juice, blackening seasoning, mustard, salt and cayenne. Fold in the scallions, celery, red peppers and garlic with the mayonnaise mixture.

CAJUN RANCH SAUCE

Cajun Ranch Sauce image

This is a wonderful sauce used to coat chicken wings after frying. It is also a good dipping sauce for a wide variety of items (chips, pretzels, veggies, cheese, pepperoni, etc.). I use this for everything. The possibilities are endless! I hope everyone enjoys this quick and foolproof recipe as much as I do! You can make as...

Provided by Victoria Matzus

Categories Other Sauces

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

1 c ranch dressing
1 1/2 Tbsp cajun seasoning

Steps:

1. Add Cajun Seasoning (I use Weber N' Orleans Cajun) to the Ranch Dressing and mix well. Store leftovers in refrigerator in a covered container.

Tips:

When selecting mayonnaise, opt for a full-fat variety for a richer, creamier sauce. For a tangier sauce, use a mayonnaise with lemon or lime juice.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemons on hand, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will be less bright.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness. If you like things extra spicy, you can add up to 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. For a milder sauce, start with 1/4 teaspoon and add more to taste.
For a smoky flavor, use smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
To make the sauce ahead of time, simply whisk all of the ingredients together and store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cajun ranch sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes, from chicken and fish to vegetables and salads. It's also a great dipping sauce for appetizers and snacks. With its creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, Cajun ranch sauce is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make sauce, give Cajun ranch sauce a try!