Copycat Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce

A creamy green sauce served at Chuy’s, that is full of flavors like green chilies, tomatillos, jalapeño, and other ingredients.

To make this copycat recipe of Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce it took me 20 minutes and 16 different,t ingredients, Yes it’s an easy recipe to make but it requires so many ingredients and is a little bit expensive.

The Boom Boom Sauce is a special sauce that lots of people love! It’s creamy, cheesy, and just a little spicy. People really like it because it tastes so good with Tex-Mex food. You can make it at home to enjoy with your family and make your meals extra tasty

What is Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce?

Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce is a special sauce they make at the Chuy’s restaurant. It’s creamy and cheesy with a little bit of spicy flavor. They make it from ingredients like green chilies, tomatillos, cheese, and spices. The sauce has a good-looking green color that similar to pesto sauce, You can enjoy this sauce with chips or on tacos. If you want to try making it at home, it will require more than 16 ingredients but the directions are super simple.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup green chilies, chopped (canned or fresh)
  • 1/2 cup tomatillos, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime

How to Make Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce?

Step 1:

Start by heating the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onions and cook them which should take about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 2:

Stir in the chopped green chilies, tomatillos, and minced jalapeño. Let the vegetables cook for about 5 minutes, and keep stirring until they are tender and well combined with the onions and garlic.

Step 3:

Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Stir well to combine all the spices with the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 10 minutes.

Step 4:

Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until it is smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can transfer the mixture to a regular blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the saucepan.

Step 5:

Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer. add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and keep stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 6:

Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. and Enjoy.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

  • Large saucepan
  • Immersion blender or regular blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Helpful tips!

  • If you don’t like spicy, take out the seeds from the jalapeño or use less.
  • Use cheese that’s already shredded nicely for a smooth sauce.
  • Try using different kinds of cheese, like Pepper Jack or Colby Jack, to see how they change the flavor of the sauce.
  • Instead of chicken broth, you can use beef broth or vegetable broth to make the sauce taste different.

What to Serve with this Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce?

You can serve your Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce with so many meals, You can pour it over enchiladas for a cheesy, spicy kick, or drizzle it on top of nachos with lots of toppings like beans, tomatoes, and avocado. It’s also amazing as a dip for crispy carrots or fries, Also Try spreading it on tacos or quesadillas to make them more special, No matter how you serve it, Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce will add a good extra taste to any dish.

FAQ

What is Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce made of?

It is made from ingredients like green chilies, tomatillos, cheese (like cheddar and Monterey Jack), spices (such as cumin and chili powder), and creamy ingredients like heavy cream.

Is Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce spicy?

Boom Boom Sauce has a mild spice level. But you can control it for sure.

How long does Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce last in the fridge?

Boom Boom Sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Is Boom Boom Sauce gluten-free?

Yes, this Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce recipe is naturally gluten-free. Just ensure that any store-bought ingredients like chicken broth are labeled gluten-free.

Can I make Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce without a blender?

Yes, if you don’t have a blender, you can finely chop the vegetables before cooking them. After they’re cooked, use a potato masher to mash them until smooth.

Conclusion

This Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce can make your dishes taste better, So why not Give this recipe a try and let us know how it turns out in the comments below? If you loved it, share this recipe with your friends and family, and don’t forget to subscribe to my blog for more delicious recipes.

Copycat Chuy’s Boom Boom Sauce

Recipe by SarahCourse: SidesCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy, Medium
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Calories

200

kcal
Total time

30

minutes

Chuy's Boom Boom Sauce is a creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy Tex-Mex sauce that's perfect for drizzling over enchiladas, nachos, and more. Easy to make and full of flavors.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1/2 cup diced onions

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 cup green chilies, chopped (canned or fresh)

  • 1/2 cup tomatillos, chopped

  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon cumin

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

  • Juice of 1 lime

Directions

  • Start by heating the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onions and cook them which should take about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Stir in the chopped green chilies, tomatillos, and minced jalapeño. Let the vegetables cook for about 5 minutes, and keep stirring until they are tender and well combined with the onions and garlic.
  • Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Stir well to combine all the spices with the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until it is smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can transfer the mixture to a regular blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the saucepan.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer. add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and keep stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. and Enjoy.

Notes

  • If you don't like spicy, take out the seeds from the jalapeño or use less.
  • Use cheese that's already shredded nicely for a smooth sauce.
  • Try using different kinds of cheese, like Pepper Jack or Colby Jack, to see how they change the flavor of the sauce.
  • Instead of chicken broth, you can use beef broth or vegetable broth to make the sauce taste different.
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