Sour Cream Sauce

Sour cream sauce is a savory creamy sauce that is easy to make and takes all your favorite dishes to the next level. 10 minutes of cook time means you can easily make this sauce or dip for your next enchilada casserole or for a quick dip for guests.

Check out this quick sour cream chicken enchilada casserole.

Experience the unforgettable combination of tangy and rich flavor with a creaminess like no other. Sour cream sauce is perfect for all your Tex-Mex dishes like tacos and enchiladas, as well as a topping for potatoes, salmon, chicken or even as a dip for veggies and chips.

Jump to:

• ❤️ Why You'll Love It
• 📝 Ingredients
• 🥄 Instructions
• 💡 Tips
• 🧺 Storage
• ⌛ Make Ahead
• 🍽️ Serve With
• 💬 FAQs
• 📣 Related Recipes
• More Dips to Enjoy
• Delicious Appetizers
• Sour Cream Sauce

❤️ Why You'll Love It

• Great for dipping chicken, veggies or chips into.
• A delicious sauce perfect for chicken, salmon or potatoes dishes.
• Can be served hot or cold.
• Easy to make on your stove top in only a little time.

Sour cream sauce is a creamy homemade sauce that can made in 15 minutes. This versatile sauce can be made with either cheddar or even Monterey Jack cheese and used on all your favorite dishes.

📝 Ingredients

Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

🥄 Instructions

Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The detailed instructions are in the recipe card below.

1. In a saucepan over medium heat melt butter, then stir in flour in whisk. Pour in milk and ½ cup of the chicken broth.
2. Season with salt, garlic powder, onion powder and cumin. Stir well until thickens.
3. Remove from heat and wait for it to cool down for a couple of minutes. Add the sour cream and chilies.
4. Add the shredded cheese and green onions.

💡 Tips

• Cheese gives this sauce an extra richness so do not skip it but you can use any cheese you have.
• If the sauce comes out too thick for your liking thin it out gradually with the remaining stock.

🧺 Storage

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days.
• To reheat: pour into a small saucepan or a microwave safe bowl with a splash of chicken stock, mix together then microwave for 20 second intervals, or on low flame, until thoroughly heated.

⌛ Make Ahead

Sour cream sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to use.

🍽️ Serve With

• Sour cream sauce can be served with chicken enchilada pasta, grilled chicken, salmon or even as a dip with fresh vegetables.
• This Sour cream sauce recipe works great to make and serve over some cooked chicken breast with extra sauce on the side.
• Mexican Chicken Pinwheels make the ideal spicy start to any gathering. This appetizer is always the first to disappear especially when you serve it with this sauce.

💬 FAQs

📣 Related Recipes

• This is how to make alfredo sauce without cream, a very easy and healthier recipe for all your pasta dishes.
• Chermoula, a traditional Moroccan sauce loaded with fresh herbs, earthy spices and deliciousness.
• This Big Mac sauce recipe tastes just like the real thing and can be used on all of your favorite burgers and sandwiches.
• This Lemon Herb Tahini is the perfect blend of tangy lemon, fresh herbs, and nutty tahini. A delicious twist to the classic tahini sauce that will add a burst of flavor to everything on the table.

More Dips to Enjoy

• Whipped Ricotta is a delicious dip with a creamy texture and rich flavor. Ricotta combined with olive oil, lime and some fresh herbs. A light and bright addition to your next party appetizers.
• Smoked queso dip is a delicious and creamy cheese dip that is infused with smoky flavors. Serve with with tortilla chips and vegetables for your next party.
• Need another dip? this Greek eggplant dip is wonderful for any occasion or party!
• Give your favorite meals a kick and take it to the next level with this spicy Sriracha Mayo sauce. Easy to make 5-minute sauce with a handful of ingredients.
• Creamy and so delicious this Avocado Ranch Dressing is a restaurant quality sauce/dip that will become your favorite.
• Enjoy this delicious Greek Salad Dressing with Yogurt loaded with tangy flavors and a touch of garlic.

Delicious Appetizers

• Here is the recipe for fried calamari that my family has been making for years. It's quick, easy and delicious!
• These air fryer frozen chicken wings are crispy and golden brown on the outside, tender, moist and juicy on the inside. Perfect appetizer for sports, it's hard to stop until they're all gone!

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