Jalapeno Ranch Dip – so simple and tastes better than Chuy’s! I made this for a party and it was the first thing to go! Pickled jalapenos, cilantro, sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, tomatillo green salsa, cumin and Ranch dressing mix. Packs a kick! Great with chips, veggie slices, or with your favorite Mexican dish. Swap this for your usual ranch dressing when you want to kick things up a notch. #mexican #dip #chuys #jalapenoranch #ranchdressing
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This Jalapeno Ranch is ridiculously good. I’ve made this several times over the past few months, and we just can’t get enough of it. It is a little bit spicy and a whole lotta good. This is the kind of dip that you just can’t stop eating. We LOVE this dip with Sausage Balls too! OMG! The Crack Sausage Balls from yesterday dipped into this Jalapeno Ranch – heaven! You can use this Jalapeno Ranch Dip in place of your usual Ranch dressing when you want to kick things up a notch.
How to Make Jalapeno Ranch Dip with Sour Cream
This recipe is adapted from a recipe a reader sent in. I made a couple of small changes to the recipe and came up with this AMAZING dip/sauce! This Jalapeno Ranch Dip is SUPER simple to make. The hardest part of the whole dip is letting it chill in the fridge. You don’t necessarily have to chill the dip, but it definitely tastes better cold and after the flavors have had some time to develop. I like to let it sit in the refrigerator overnight.
To make this simple dip put some pickled jalapenos in a food processor blender and process until finely chopped. Next add some cilantro, sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, tomatillo green salsa, cumin, and a package of dry Ranch dressing mix and process until smooth. Easy peasy!
I am not a big cilantro fan, but it definitely works in this dip. Feel free to leave it out or reduce the amount if you prefer. If you want to cut down on the calories, you can use low-fat mayonnaise and plain Greek yogurt.
Please note, this dip does have a nice kick. It isn’t overwhelming, but it is there. If you are worried about the heat start with ¼ cup of pickled jalapenos and work your way up from there.
How Long Does Jalapeno Ranch Dip Last?
The Jalapeno Ranch Dip will keep 3 or 4 weeks in the refrigerator. Our dip never makes it that long though! We go through this stuff fast! Make sure to store the dip in an airtight container. It is best to transfer the amount of dip you plan on using to a new bowl and refrigerate the remaining dip. If you leave the whole container of dip out, it won’t last as long.
Jalapeno Dip Like Chuy’s
This Jalapeno Ranch Dip reminded me a lot of the Jalapeno Dip at Chuy’s. This dip is great with tortilla chips and veggie slices. This dip is also great with your favorite Mexican recipes. We love it with quesadillas, grilled chicken, nachos, tacos, taquitos! Here are a few of our favorite recipes that go great with this Easy Jalapeno Ranch Dip:
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Jalapeno Ranch Dip
Equipment:
Ingredients:
- ½ cup pickled jalapeno slices
- 1 (1-oz) package ranch dressing mix
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- ⅓ cup tomatillo green salsa
- 1½ tsp cumin
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Place jalapeño slices in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Pulse the jalapeños until finely chopped.
- Add remaining ingredients, and process until smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours prior to serving.
Notes:
Steph
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We made the Jalapeño Ranch Dip for our Super Bowl party and it was a huge hit. My husband said it might even replace Crack Dip. My son said we can add it to the mix, but we’re not allowed to replace Crack Dip.
Never replace Crack Dip! LOL! So glad it was a hit with the family!
YUM! Love it! Can eat it straight by the spoonful. My only comment is that it is runny to use as a dip for chips. But I’ll do it anyway. 🙂
What brand of tomatillo green salsa do you usually use in this recipe?
Herdez or Frontera
This is SO good – and quick and easy to mix up. I made it for a party tomorrow but can’t stop “tasting” it. It may not make it to the party!!! Thanks for the recipe!!!
Do you use canned pickled jalapeños?
Sounds great, would it be good served as a veggie dip? Thanks!
yes
Can you use fresh jalapeño?
I’m sure that would be fine.
The tomatillo green salsa is it a store bought salsa in a bottle?? Really want to make this….please help
yes
Do you have just a plan homemade ranch dressing?
Here is the link to our Copycat Outback Ranch Dressing: https://www.plainchicken.com/2019/09/copycat-outback-ranch-dressing.html
This recipe sounds delicious!! What do you use for the green tomatilla salsa?
I had to comment today. Chuys is originally from Austin, TX where I live. I have been eating there for over 25 years and their creamy jalapeno is my favorite! When I eat there I always ask them for a big bowl and a straw (I love it that much). I have been making my own for about 10 years and it is really close to Chuy's recipe, but it is always better when they make it for you! I have been known to stop at their "To-Go" area and get just chips and creamy jalapeno!!! Sadly, I can't do it very often if I want to watch my weight and not get as big as a house! Thanks for sharing the recipe. P.S. I just now saw your comment about drinking it with a straw! I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels this way! 😉
Man oh man that sounds delicious!!! Can't wait to try it! It'll be great for tonights Iowa game party!
This stuff is SOOOOO good! I could drink it with a straw.