Copycat Recipes & Restaurant Favorites

Made with eggs, vanilla extract, flour, baking soda, salt, buttermilk, evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with canola or soy oil, garlic, boneless chicken breast, Thai chile, fresh lemongrass, coconut milk, palm sugar or granulated sugar, fish sauce, white...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with mushrooms, black pepper, chicken breast, Marsala wine, butter, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, powdered sugar, white cake mix, lemon cake mix, sour cream, vanilla extract, lemon, whipping cream, Mascarpone Cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This martini is a delicious twist on the classic cocktail. P.F. Chang's combines orange vodka, orange liqueur, orange bitters, and orange juice for a smooth and refreshing...


Time:   under 30 minutes

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The perfect hot dessert when apple season comes around. Skillet-simmered apples in a thick, pie-spiced glaze go down an absolute treat with a cool spoonful of ice cream.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Have a slice of nostalgia with this classic Big Boy's strawberry pie. Made with fresh strawberries and a delicious gelatin glaze, it's a dessert that never goes out of style.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Make your own Olive Garden-inspired lemon cream cake from scratch. This airy cake, filled with rich lemon pie filling, is a delicious way to satisfy those...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with mushrooms, green onion, bacon, salt and pepper, New York strip steak, beef consomme, red wine, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with semisweet chocolate, butter, eggs, flour, powdered sugar, raspberries, sugar

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with salt, cream cheese, brown sugar, peanut butter, vanilla extract, eggs, whipping cream, peanut butter cups

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Enjoy a home-cooked version of Applebee's Bourbon Street steak. With a simple marinade of bourbon, honey, and steak sauce it's perfect for busy weeknights or weekend...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

These crispy, crunchy chicken fingers aren't on the menu anymore at Chili's but you can still make them at home!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with water, frozen puff pastry sheet, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, strawberries, blackberries, fruit preserves, raspberries

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Anybody who's checked into a Doubletree knows that the cookie is the best part of the stay. Grab the recipe and make your home feel as luxurious as a hotel for...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Ready to shake up your appetizer lineup? This copycat sweet onion salsa is not just for chips; it can transform anything from tacos to grilled meats.


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with flour, baker's yeast, olive oil, salt and pepper, egg, water, Roma tomatoes, capers, anchovies in oil

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

When you first bite into one of Aunt Chilada's Yucatan-style tamales, you're hit with a savory and slightly spicy flavor blend of shredded pork and just the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with ground cloves, cider vinegar, ground red pepper, steak sauce, beef brisket, paprika, onion powder, chili powder, garlic powder, sugar

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

If you are cutting calories then this copycat recipe from Strings Restaurant is a good choice of Alfredo sauce. It uses non-fat milk, arrowroot starch, and non-fat...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Love the rich cheese toast at Sizzler? Make your own at home with three simple ingredients. Cheesy butter is spread on sliced bread and cooked on a griddle until gooey and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

An easy salsa recipe that tastes like the salsa fresca from Don Pablo's restaurants


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with egg yolks, sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, brown sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Chicken is one of the best things on Chipotle's menu, and one of the best additions to burrito bowls to pack them with filling protein. This copycat is all...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

An absolutely packed bowl of rotini with cauliflower, bell pepper, onion and much more gets an herby dressing made from olive oil, basil and parsley instead of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

The easiest, cheesiest dip you could imagine. Ground beef, tomatoes, with chiles and Velveeta cheese make up a meaty and substantial queso that's perfect on game day with a bowl...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A bruschetta appetizer is the easiest way to be an A+ host for a dinner party. This Red Lobster copycat with shrimp, melty fontina, and white cheddar really makes the grade.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with whipped cream or ice cream, egg whites, vinegar, vanilla extract, sugar, strawberries or raspberries

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

If you can't go to Disneyland, bring Disneyland to you. This copy cat recipe is made with a graham cracker crust, fresh lemon in the filling, and a fluffy meringue.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Pretty close to a classic marg, but a splash of orange juice sets it apart. This recipe goes with a standard salt rim, but a sugar rim is a great alternative for those...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, shrimp, cornstarch or potato starch, canola oil, lemon, vegetables, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Copy the popular cheese fries from Outback Steakhouse with this simple recipe that starts with frozen french fries and ends with a sprinkling of bacon.

Method:   deep fryer, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

If there's one ingredient that could enhance your recipes in a big way, it's anchovies. They're the real secret to Avanti's chicken Caesar, adding an unmistakably...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

A side salad is crucial for a big family-style Italian affair of lasagna or chicken parm and this copycat recipe makes a proper creamy Italian...


Time:   over 5 hours

This simple copycat recipe from Chili's is made with chicken, margarita mix, and black pepper - that's it! You can either grill or pan sear the chicken.

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

What says summer like strawberries? How about a slice or two of brightly colored pie, sweetened with lemon-lime soda and topped generously with whipped cream.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

If you ever wondered how a few simple ingredients could come together to create something so tasty, look no further. This recipe combines juicy sausage with crisp...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you haven't tried La Madeleine's famous potato soup yet, now you can without leaving your house. It has a rich beef base with leeks, onions, and of course, potatoes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with beef broth, New York strip steak, salt, black pepper, butter, shallots, cognac, dry white wine or dry vermouth, Dijon mustard, steak sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These aren't just any ribs, they're Claim Jumper ribs, marinated in a concoction that's part backyard genius, part culinary wizardry.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with ruby port, blue cheese, leek, butter, walnuts, salt and pepper, tart apples

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This chowder that incorporates rockfish and crab is one of the popular menu items at O'Leary's. Don't forget the ham garnish, as it adds a hint...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Arnaud's is a famous New Orleans restaurant known for their Creole cuisine. This rich caramel custard is one of their most popular dessert items.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Beef stock, basil and cream turns ordinary tomato soup into a savory, herby bowl of beauty. Add a grilled cheese and the perfect lunch is complete.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

The pumpkin filling with ginger and molasses is on point, but the scratch-made crust really takes this copycat pie to new heights.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This recipe is a great copycat of the restaurant's Young Chow Fried Rice. It calls for shrimp, ham, and shredded barbecued pork which is the signature...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make gnocchi night a tradition. This Olive Garden copycat has a serious sauce with parmesan, white wine, and basil bringing full flavor to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with cayenne pepper, honey, pork rib chops, orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, Dijon-style mustard

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

They're called the Cheesecake Factory, of course they make good cheesecake! Gingersnap crust, creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling, and a candied pecan topping make...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Aladdin Restaurant has some of the best baklava. The phyllo dough is light and flaky, and the filling is sweet and nutty. The honey syrup adds a touch of sweetness and keeps...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes