Jalapeno ranch dip is a tangy, creamy dip made with jalapenos, ranch seasoning, mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice. It is made in a blender or food processor in less than 5 minutes!
This creamy jalapeno dip offers a little kick of spice with a big kick of flavor. Serve it with tortilla chips, potato chips, chicken wings, veggies, or your favorite Mexican dish!
"Made this for a watch party and it was delicious! Everyone was asking for the recipe. Thank you! Adding the milk made it just the right consistency."
★★★★★- Jen
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🔍 Quick Look: Jalapeno Ranch Dip
⏱️ Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: None
👥 Servings: 8
📊 Calories: 206 per serving
🌶️ Main Ingredients: Pickled jalapeños, ranch seasoning, sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, fresh lime juice
🌿 Flavor: Creamy, tangy, zesty, and mildly spicy
⭐ Difficulty: Easy
A note from my kitchen
Several foodies I follow on TikTok have been raving about Chuy's jalapeño ranch dip.There is not a Chuy's Tex-Mex restaurant near by to go run off to, so I looked up different copycat recipes.
I tried one of the recipes and added my own flavor twists. I have to say, I love how it came out! Ranch, jalapeño, sour cream, lime, and cilantro really make an incredible flavor combination.
I don't know if my version actually tastes like a true Chuy's copycat recipe because I have never tried the original. I just know this Jalapeño ranch dip recipe is pretty darn good. My friends and family love it.
We have been dipping this sauce on everything... to include carrots, pretzels, chicken fingers, chicken wings, and of course.... tortilla chips.
It also makes a delicious salad dressing for taco salad. I hope you enjoy! Xoxo ~Katie.
Ingredient notes and substitutions
You will need the following ingredients to make this creamy jalapeño ranch dip recipe.
- ranch seasoning mix- For a homemade ranch seasoning mix, try this recipe.
- sour cream-You can substitute with plain, full fat Greek yogurt.
- mayonnaise
- milk
- pickled jalapenos- Pickled jalapenos give the dip a spicy, tangy flavor. You can substitute with canned green chiles for a milder dip. Or you can substitute with fresh jalapeños, however the flavor will be different.
- garlic powder-You can substitute with 2 fresh garlic cloves.
- cilantro- Fresh cilantro adds a bright, peppery flavor. However, if you do not like cilantro, you can omit this.
- lime juice- Fresh squeezed lime juice is best for this recipe.
(*Full recipe with ingredient measurements is located at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.)
Steps
Follow these easy steps to make jalapeno ranch dip.
- In a blender, add sour cream, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning mix, milk, garlic powder, pickled jalapeños, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Pulse until creamy. For best results, refrigerate an hour or more before serving.
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How long does it last?
Store jalapeno ranch sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Like this recipe? Try these:
- Homemade ranch seasoning
- Roasted Jalapeno Salsa
- Baked Tortilla Chips
- Dill Pickle Dip
- Restaurant Style Salsa
Did you like this creamy jalapeno ranch dip? Please leave me a comment below if you make this and tell me what you thought about it. I would love to hear back, and so would my readers.
Also post your picture of your jalapeno ranch sauce on Instagram or Facebook, and tag @aforkstale with #aforkstale hashtags! I will share with my followers! xoxo!
📖 Recipe
Jalapeno Ranch Dip Recipe
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix or 1 ranch dressing packet
- 1½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 lime juiced
- ¾ cup pickled jalapeños with juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup cilantro
- ½ cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- In a blender, add sour cream, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning mix, milk, garlic powder, pickled jalapeños, lime juice, and cilantro.3 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix, 1½ cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 lime, ¾ cup pickled jalapeños , 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 cup cilantro
- Pulse until creamy. For best results, refrigerate an hour or more before serving.
Jen says
Made this for a watch party and it was delicious! Everyone was asking for the recipe. Thank you! Adding the milk made it just the right consistency.
Ashley says
Love this twist on traditional ranch dip. It's perfect for chicken wings!