Copycat Recipes & Restaurant Favorites

Made with Ritz crackers, dry mustard, crab meat, mayonnaise, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, salt, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These cream of wheat cakes made with buttermilk are extra fluffy, just as tasty topped with a pile of fruit or a pat of butter and syrup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Clams, potatoes, half and half, and a special spice blend make up a chowdah that'll transport you straight to New England.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This P. F. Chang's copycat recipe with stir fried flank steak, carrots and cabbage hits the spot.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This Copycat Ruby Tuesday's white chicken chili is a delicious and easy way to enjoy a restaurant favorite at home. It's the perfect dish for a cozy night in or for...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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This copycat from Red Lobster starts with basic mashed potatoes but adds both heavy cream and sour cream for an extra-creamy texture and uses white Cheddar...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat recipe will give you light and fluffy biscuits just like you get at Cracker Barrel restaurants.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Say goodbye to boring cabbage with this delicious dish featuring layers of tender cabbage, homemade white sauce, shredded cheddar, and a buttery crumb topping.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This creole style crockpot batch loaded with beef, kidney beans, and tomatoes is a keeper. Perfect for cold Sundays at the end of the NFL season.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

This crab salad made with imitation crab, green onions, and mayo is a close facsimile to the one you find at Albertson's grocery store.


Time:   2-5 hours

This recipe invites mushrooms to take center stage with the bold companion of Burgundy wine and a touch of seasoning. Simple prep meets luxurious flavors, in this Steak...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

A tasty clone recipe from the famous Mexican-style chicken restaurant chain. It's made with canned black beans, onion, yellow bell pepper, garlic, barbecue sauce, liquid...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Coca cola has a slightly spicy flavor to it which shines through in this chocolate cake recipe. It's just like they serve at Cracker Barrel restaurants.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

If you love Mozzarella cheese, then you'll go crazy for this copycat recipe from the Olive Garden. Slices of Mozzarella cheese are breaded and fried to perfection...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Get ready for a dip that's cheese overload in the best possible way. This creamy, bubbly three cheese shrimp dip is the perfect party starter.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Let's be honest: nothing beats a big bowl of soup on a chilly day. Dive into the delightful mix of lamb, veggies, and barley that makes Olga's Kitchen Peasant Soup a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This simple sauce copies what TGIFriday's serves and can be used on pasta or as a dipping sauce for breadsticks or fried ravioli!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

There's nothing quite like hush puppies straight out of the fryer. Justin Wilson's recipe is the perfect blend of cornmeal and spices, resulting in a crispy exterior and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat spiced mayo will become one of your go-to condiments. Horseradish, ketchup, and cayenne turn ordinary mayo into a delightful dip for anything fried.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The secret to Houlihan's soup is using a combination of boiled potatoes and instant potato flakes for the perfect texture. Don't forget the bacon, chive and cheddar topping...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Love the black beans served at Chili's? Try this copycat version, made with only 5 ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Who knew banana nut bread could be so fancy? Sour cream, orange juice, and a dash of cinnamon make this loaf a must-bake for any banana bread enthusiast.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Apple cobbler is always a favorite. Surprise your family with this homemade copycat version of Houston's popular dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Deep fried shrimp are coated in mayonnaise, sweet Thai chili sauce, and sriracha to make a close copycat version of Bonefish Grill's popular recipe.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

A classic sweet treat made from strawberries mixed with a sour cream, brandy, brown sugar sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Leeks, jalapeno, and garlic baked with potato slices and mixed with cheddar and cream makes for a totally decadent side dish.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A comforting dish of pinto beans mixed with cooked ham hocks and seasoning. This recipe requires time to simmer but results in a flavorful, satisfying dish just like Cracker...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

These southern-style muffins are a must-have on the menu at The Cracker Barrel. Easy to make at home with this nearly identical version to the restaurant.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The key elements to copying the recipe from Old Spaghetti Factory are the process of browning the butter (which gives it a unique, nutty flavor)...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This is a great copycat recipe from PF Chang's for their popular shrimp fried rice. It uses pre-cooked shrimp making this a quick dish to prepare.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fantastic fried flounder is only one recipe away. Cornmeal, black pepper, and paprika give this fish a crispy crust. Perfect fish for a sandwich with tartar sauce...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

O'Charley's is known far and wide for their awesome baked potato soup. This copycat recipe gets rave reviews and some speculate it's even better than the original...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Delicious shrimp just like they make it at American Grill. The secret is in the spice mix. Well-seasoned shrimp cooked with beer and butter will be your new favorite.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with vanilla extract, nuts, salt, shortening, eggs, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, baking powder

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with scallions, chicken wings, jerk seasoning, olive oil, Jamaican jerk seasoning, orange juice, rice wine vinegar, dark Jamaican rum, red onion

Method:   outdoor grill, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Dive into rustic comfort with a copycat for Amish Kitchen's corn potato chowder. A dish that turns "less is more" into "more is delicious."

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Crab meat mixed with creole mustard and creamy mayo makes some absolutely scrumptious cakes. Great appetizer to turn a steak dinner into a surf and turf meal.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

We love P.F. Chang's! And this copycat version of their kung pao shrimp is spot on!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Bruschetta is the way to go for easy appetizers. This Buca Di Beppo copycat is a keeper - tomatoes, onion, and fresh basil on top of garlic-toasted bread.

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Potato salad is a must for picnics and BBQs. This copycat recipe is extra creamy with mayo, sour cream, and hard boiled eggs and has a bit of tang from...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

While it's called "shrimp sauce" this tasty Japanese staple can be used as a dipping sauce with any fried food (not just shrimp) or drizzled over fried rice to add extra...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Applebee's honey mustard is so easy to make at home. Use it as a dipping sauce for chicken fingers, fried seafood, as a dressing for salad, or as a spread on a sandwich.


Time:   under 30 minutes

As featured on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, the famous mac and cheese from Sweetie Pie's.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black pepper, sugar, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, flour, water, cooked chicken, sour cream, cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Ninfa's is known for their Mexican and Tex-Mex specialties. Now you can copy their famous steak fajitas at home. This recipe uses a citrus marinade on skirt steak which is then...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

Zucchini and yellow squash baked with onions and topped with American cheese is a treat. Copycat of an Atlanta classic.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Now you can copy the delicious alfredo sauce served at Red Lobster. It's an easy cream sauce made with fresh crab and served over pasta.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Why go out when you can whip up your own buffalo ranch sauce at home? This Little Caesar's copycat is a game changer for wings, veggies, and pretty much anything...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A copycat chili recipe from one of Midtown Manhattan's most famous steakhouses. It's is made with Guinness stout, two kinds of beans, ground sirloin and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Ready to rock your next bake-off? Step aside basic desserts; Duff's Smorgasbord hurricane cake is here to claim the spotlight with its fruity flair.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes