This Chipotle Garlic Sauce with Sour Cream is the kind of sauce that instantly upgrades everything it touches. Creamy, smoky, garlicky, and gently spicy, it’s inspired by Mexican flavors but versatile enough to use on tacos, burritos, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, fries, or even sandwiches.

The combination of smoky chipotle peppers, fresh garlic, tangy sour cream, and bright lime juice creates a bold yet balanced sauce that delivers heat without overwhelming. It’s smooth, rich, and deeply flavorful — and it comes together in minutes.

If you’re looking for a sauce that feels restaurant-quality but takes almost no effort, this one belongs in your weekly rotation.

Why This Sauce Is a Must-Make

Creamy with a smoky kick
Ready in under 10 minutes
Perfect for tacos, bowls, and dips
Customizable heat level
Stores well for meal prep

Ingredients

1 cup sour cream
2 chipotle peppers in adobo
1 tbsp adobo sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Add sour cream to a blender or food processor.
Add chipotle peppers and adobo sauce.
Add garlic, lime juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust spice or salt as needed.
Transfer to a serving bowl.
Chill for 15 minutes for best flavor.
Serve as a dip, drizzle, or spread.

Flavor & Texture Profile

This sauce is ultra-creamy with deep smoky heat from chipotle peppers and a sharp garlic backbone. Lime juice brightens the richness, while olive oil gives it a silky, spoonable consistency.

Best Ways to Use It

Taco and burrito drizzle
Quesadilla dipping sauce
Grilled chicken or steak topper
French fry or potato wedge dip
Sandwich and wrap spread

Storage Tips

Store in airtight container up to 5 days
Stir before serving
Flavor deepens after chilling

Heat Level Customization

Mild: Use 1 chipotle pepper
Medium: Use 2 peppers (recommended)
Spicy: Add extra adobo sauce