BBQ Ranch
If you’re looking for the ultimate dipping sauce or a zesty twist on your favorite salad dressing, this BBQ Ranch is your new go-to! Creamy, tangy, smoky, and downright irresistible—made in just minutes with simple pantry staples.
Quick Snapshot
Ready In: 5 minutes
Servings: About 1 ½ cups
Best For: Chicken strips, fries, chicken salads, burgers, wraps, grilled veggies
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Two-in-One: Works as both a rich dipping sauce and a creamy salad dressing
- Smoky + Tangy Flavor: BBQ sauce adds depth to the classic ranch
- Quick & Easy: No fancy equipment—just a bowl and a whisk!
Ingredients You’ll Need for BBQ Ranch
- Sour Cream – Substitute Greek Yogurt if desired
- Buttermilk – Don’t have buttermilk – mix milk + vinegar or lemon juice
- BBQ Sauce – use your favorite, smoky or sweet – Try our Out Grilling Sweet & Tangy BBQ Sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Ranch Dressing Mix – packet or homemade
How to Make BBQ Ranch Dressing
- Add all ingredients to a bowl. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne or a dash of hot sauce.
Once you try this Barbecue Ranch Dressing, you’ll want to keep it stocked in your fridge at all times. It’s a total flavor booster for everything from grilled chicken to fresh garden salads. You’ll also want to check out all of our Genius Ways to Use Ranch Dressing Mix.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or tossing together a quick lunch, this creamy, smoky sauce will be the star of the table. Give it a try and see why everyone needs a jar of this BBQ Ranch in their weekly rotation!
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BBQ Ranch
Ingredients
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup buttermilk substitute scant 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice
- ½ cup bbq sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons ranch dressing mix or 1 packet
Instructions
- Add sour cream, buttermilk, bbq sauce, mayonnaise and ranch dressing mix to a medium sized bowl.
- Whisk together until smooth.
- Place in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Bolder BBQ Flavor? Add a little more BBQ sauce for extra smoky sweetness.
Spicy Option: Mix in a finely chopped chipotle pepper or a bit of adobo sauce.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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More Easy Sauces to Try
- Jalapeño Ranch – Creamy, spicy and delicious.
- Chick Fil A Sauce – Just like the restaurant version!
- Blooming Onion Sauce – Perfect for onion strings, fries or chicken.