Made with only 4 Ingredients, this Creamy Buffalo Sauce Recipe has a little bit of heat that is perfect to enjoy with chicken wings! It's a must make at your next party!
This Buffalo sauce is SO good with pan fried chicken wings!
Did you know that this spicy sauce originated in Buffalo New York at the Anchor Bar? Who knew! We've taken buffalo sauce to a new level by adding Greek yogurt to make this a creamy buffalo sauce, perfect for dipping and slathering!
Whether you're dipping, drizzling, or slathering, this homemade Buffalo sauce recipe adds a spicy twist to your favorite dishes. From chicken wings and crispy French fries to wraps and salads, it elevates everyday meals into extraordinary dishes!
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Why This Recipe Works
- This recipe is ready in just a few minutes! No need to break out any equipment, all you need is a bowl and something to stir the dip with.
- It keeps in the refrigerator for a long time! If you are using this dipping sauce for a party, you can make it days ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator. The longer it sits the better the flavor!
- It's delicious in lots of different recipes! Whether dipping some celery sticks in it or slathering it on buffalo mac and cheese, this dip is delicious wherever it is served!
- There's no need to cook this Greek yogurt buffalo sauce! A lot of buffalo sauce recipes require you to cook the sauce over medium heat and then wait until it cools to room temperature and then refrigerate it. This one is a mix and serve kind of recipe!
Ingredients to Gather
You only need a few simple ingredients that you can easily find in your local grocery store to make this easy recipe!
- Frank's Hot Sauce. Full of cayenne pepper and vinegar, Frank's red hot sauce is classic in buffalo wing sauce, so we are using it here!
- Greek yogurt. To make it creamy.
- Garlic powder. For added flavor.
- Lemon juice. To help balance out the creaminess and the spiciness of the sauce.
See printable recipe card for full recipe information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations and Substitutions
- Use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt. Both have the same tang and can work interchangeably.
- Change the hot sauce! Frank's is a classic ingredient in more buffalo sauces, but you can use your favorite hot sauce. There are also a lot of store brand hot sauces that are great and will work in this recipe.
- Make it even more spicy! Add more Frank's if you want this sauce even more spicy, or use less to adjust the heat level.
How To Make Creamy Buffalo Sauce
Step 1: In a medium bowl, add all the ingredients.
Step 2: Whisk all the ingredients together. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and then enjoy.
Storage Instructions
The longer this homemade sauce hangs out in the refrigerator the better it will taste! Make this sauce and keep it in an airtight container or a mason jar. It will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.
How To Serve Creamy Buffalo Sauce
- You can make delicious buffalo wings with this sauce! Use it on your favorite chicken wings like broiled chicken wings or pan fried wings!
- In buffalo chicken dip! Just like in my Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip, mix together cream cheese, this creamy buffalo sauce, and some chicken. It's as easy as that!
- On a crudité platter! This easy buffalo sauce recipe will add a spicy kick to your platter! Dip carrot sticks, celery sticks, or your favorite vegetables in this dip. Cool off the spice level with a blue cheese dip too!
- On your game day buffet! Serve this sauce with chicken tenders, baked tortilla chips, Instant Pot chicken drumsticks, Buffalo chicken quesadillas, and your favorite football snacks!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! You can use it as a marinade or you can mix the cooked ingredients into the sauce after it is cooked. That's the classic way to make chicken wings, by mixing the wings in the sauce after it is cooked.
Yes! This version is gluten-free.
Yes! You can use a vegan Greek yogurt or a vegan sour cream in this recipe.
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📖 Recipe
Creamy Buffalo Sauce
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt Plain
- ½ cup Franks Hot Sauce
- ½ Lemon Juiced
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add all the ingredients. Mix well.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to meld the flavors.
Notes
- Use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt. They both have the same tang and can work interchangeably.
- Change the hot sauce! Frank's is a classic ingredient in more buffalo sauces, but you can use your favorite hot sauce. There are also a lot of store brand hot sauces that are great and will work in this recipe.
- Make it even more spicy! Add more Frank's if you want this sauce even more spicy, or use less to adjust the heat level.
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