Local Fireman Chicken Barbecue Sauce

Transform your backyard barbecue into a crowd-pleasing feast with this irresistible Local Fireman Chicken Barbecue Sauce! Perfectly balancing tangy, sweet, and smoky flavors, this homemade sauce is crafted from real pantry staples like ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and honey. A dash of Worcestershire sauce and a hint of paprika add depth, while optional hot sauce lets you turn up the heat to suit your taste. Simmered to perfection in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for grilling chicken, using as a marinade, or serving as a flavorful dipping companion. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or enjoying a cozy dinner, this BBQ sauce delivers authentic, finger-licking goodness every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Ketchup
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional, for heat)
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and honey over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves.

Step 2

Add the Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Stir until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 3

Slowly add the water to the saucepan to thin out the sauce slightly. Stir well to blend.

Step 4

Lower the heat to a simmer and let the sauce cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.

Step 5

Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

Brush the sauce onto chicken while grilling, or use it as a marinade or dipping sauce. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(558.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	565.2

Total Fat 1.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2831.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 116.1g
Protein 2.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 112.1mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 564.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.5%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 97.1%