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
Copycat Recipes & Restaurant Favorites
What are copy cat recipes? These are secret recipes from restaurants (or developed by home cooks to taste similar) and homemade versions of packaged brand products you find in the grocery store. With these recipes you can prepare your favorite restaurant dishes and name brand foods in your own kitchen! CDKitchen features some of the most popular restaurant and copycat clones.
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P.F. Chang's Shrimp Fried Rice
Baby Doe's Matchless Mine Beer Cheese Soup
Baby Doe's Matchless Mine was a theme restaurant chain. One of the famous recipes to come out of the restaurant was this rich beer cheese soup made with none...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Albertson's Crab Salad
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
Little Caesar's Buffalo Ranch Sauce
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
Ninfa's Showcase Fajitas
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
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Applebee's Bahama Mama
Looking to impress your friends with your bartending skills? This copycat Applebee's Bahama Mama is an easy yet impressive concoction that blends sweetness and zest.
Time: under 30 minutes
Don Pablo's Queso Dip
Made with Corn chips, Triscuits or sliced vegetables, cheddar cheese, onion, butter, diced tomatoes with green chilies, stewed tomatoes, processed cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Carrabba's Mama Mandola's Chicken Soup
Stay home, save money, and learn a delicious new recipe. A medley of slow-simmered veggies make this Carrabba's copycat chicken soup hearty without being too...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Carrabba's Mussels In White Wine Sauce
Good bread, good wine, and a giant bowl of buttery mussels make for a feast that comes together in a snap.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Ruth's Chris Steak House Remoulade Sauce
If you're looking to add a zesty twist to your meals, this remoulade sauce from Ruth's Chris Steak House is about to become your new favorite sidekick.
Time: under 30 minutes
Fleming's Potatoes
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
Chili's Chicken And Green Chili Soup
Made with cilantro, cumin, boneless, skinless chicken breasts halves, chicken broth, Rotel tomatoes, green chiles, onion, olive oil, garlic, lime juice
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
El Torito Chicken Enchiladas
This copycat recipe for the famous chicken enchiladas at El Torito uses cooked chicken and fire-roasted green chile enchilada sauce mixed with sour cream.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Olive Garden Chicken Marsala
Make it better than The Olive Garden does (and without the long wait on a Friday night)
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Minnie Pearl's Chess Pie
Chess pie is also known as vinegar pie because of the addition of vinegar in the filling. American actress, Minnie Pearl, was known for her slightly non-traditional version of...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Zio's Artichoke Spinach Dip
Made with monterey jack cheese, Asagio or Parmesan cheese, half and half, salt, flour, yellow onion, marinated artichokes, lemon juice, artichoke heart juice, bacon bits
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Outback Steakhouse Marinade
This marinade starts with a good quality ale and adds some seasonings for a delicious steak just like you get at popular restaurants
Method: stovetop, outdoor grill
Time: 1-2 hours
TGI Friday's Mocha Mud Pie
Made with chocolate wafer cookies, butter or margarine, milk chocolate, eggs, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond pieces
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Cheesecake Factory's Carrot Cake Cheesecake
If you've ever found yourself torn between carrot cake and cheesecake, you're in for a treat. This recipe bridges the gap with rich flavors and delightful...
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce
This version of Alfredo sauce from the popular Italian chain restaurant uses heavy cream, butter, cream cheese, garlic powder, and Parmesan.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Red Lobster's Crab Alfredo
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
Applebee's Wonton Tacos
A homemade version of Applebee's popular chicken wonton tacos appetizer with zesty Asian slaw.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Applebee's Cheese Chicken Tortilla Soup
Made with black pepper, sugar, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, flour, water, cooked chicken, sour cream, cream
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Black Angus Garlic Cheese Bread
The secret ingredient for great cheesy garlic bread? French bread is covered with a gooey, garlicky two-cheese topping to mimic the garlic bread at the Black Angus chain...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
California Pizza Kitchen's Tiramisu
Made with sugar, Marsala wine, heavy cream, vanilla extract, marsala wine, coffee, dark rum
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
California Pizza Kitchen Chicken Chopped Salad
Romaine and iceberg lettuce with corn, black beans, BBQ chicken, herby ranch sauce, and homemade tortilla strips.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Red Lobster's Mussels Marinara
Simmered mussels in a white wine tomato sauce pair perfectly with pasta and some crusty bread for dipping.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Buca di Beppo Penne Cardinale
Sauteed chicken tenders and garlic deglazed in white wine with artichokes and cream. You'll need your appetite present to finish this pasta.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Olive Garden Pork Filettino
Recreate an Olive Garden classic with tender pork filets marinated in garlic, rosemary, and parsley. Grilled to juicy perfection and served with or without veal demi-glace.
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 2-5 hours
Applebee's Kahlua Mudslide
This creamy, boozy mudslide cocktail is a hit at Applebee's that you can now make at home. Don't forget the whipped cream!
Time: under 30 minutes
Applebee's Perfect Margarita
This copy cat version of Applebee's popular drink is indeed, a perfect margarita! Use good brands of tequila and sweet and sour mix (or make your own) for best results.
Time: under 30 minutes
Lady Bird Johnson's Mexican Chocolate Cake
Lady Bird Johnson was well known for her environmental work but did you know she was also famous for her Mexican chocolate cake? A Texas favorite.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
La Madeleine's Caesar Salad Dressing
La Madeleine, a French-style restaurant chain, is known for many items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. One favorite is their Caesar salad which you can duplicate...
Time: under 30 minutes
La Madeleine's Tomato-Basil Soup
A copycat version of La Madeleine's popular tomato soup made with fresh tomatoes, tomato juice, fresh basil, cream, butter, and seasonings.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Red Lobster's Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Make your own Cheddar Bay biscuits with Bisquick, milk, Cheddar cheese, butter, and garlic powder. So easy!
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
La Madeleine's Strawberries Romanoff
A classic sweet treat made from strawberries mixed with a sour cream, brandy, brown sugar sauce.
Time: under 30 minutes
Steak And Ale's Bourbon Street Steak
A bourbon marinade with brown sugar and soy sauce gives these prime cuts of steak a distinct bite.
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 2-5 hours
P.F. Chang's Kung Pao Shrimp
We love P.F. Chang's! And this copycat version of their kung pao shrimp is spot on!
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
4 B's Tomato Soup
Another favorite from the 4B's restaurant chain in Montana. Reviewers say to use coffee creamer or half and half in place of the cream for the most authentic flavor.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Applebee's Caesar Dressing
Thick and creamy, this copycat recipe for Applebee's caesar salad dressing is easy to make at home. Use on salads or as a dipping sauce.
Time: under 30 minutes
Applebee's Garlic Mashed Potatoes
If you love the creamy, garlicky mashed potatoes from Applebee's you're in luck. Make them at home with this copycat recipe with freshly roasted garlic.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Luby's Cafeteria Cheese Enchiladas With Chili Sauce
These Luby's-style enchiladas are ideal for a weeknight dinner. Warm tortillas filled with a hearty cheddar and onion mixture and topped with a thick...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Bonefish Grill Crab Cakes With Wasabi Herb Sauce
Made with olive oil, celery, green onions, fresh parsley, Dijon mustard, wasabi powder, mayonnaise, lemon juice
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Olive Garden-Style Clam Stuffed Mushrooms
Olive Garden's famous stuffed mushrooms are made with clams, breadcrumbs, and three different cheeses then baked drenched with butter. Prepare to be addicted.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Buca di Beppo 1893 Salad
Copy the famous Italian salad from Buca di Beppo. It's loaded with cheese, veggies, sausage, olives, and peppers.
Time: under 30 minutes
Three Dollar Cafe Squash Casserole
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
P.F. Chang's Garlic Noodles
These noodles stir fried to perfection with garlic, sesame oil, and chili flakes will be your new go-to, either on their own or with stir fried beef or chicken.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Laura Bush's Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies
A batch of fresh-baked cookies makes any house smell wonderful (including the White House). A major upgrade over classic oatmeal raisin, these cookies are...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Oprah Winfrey's Unfried Chicken
Made with dried basil, dried thyme, garlic powder, chicken drumsticks, chicken breast halves, plain nonfat yogurt, vegetable oil or cooking spray, bread crumbs, flour...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Bonefish Grill's Bang Bang Shrimp
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
This iconic whiskey is a "Jack of all trades" when it comes to cooking. Toss it in some pasta, as a savory dipping sauce, and even bake it into something sweet.
Make your mornings a little less hectic with these overnight breakfast recipes. Prep the night before and enjoy a warm, comforting meal in the morning.
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