Copycat Recipes & Restaurant Favorites

These copycat Applebee's pizza snacks are somewhere in the delicious in-between of pizza and breadsticks. Sausage, pepperoni, or any of your other favorite pizza toppings can...

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Blue curacao with peach schnapps and pina colada mix makes a gorgeous looking drink that's sure to turn heads. Bonus: it's tasty, too!


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with crushed peanuts, vanilla pudding mix, skim milk, peanut butter, whipping cream, pie shell, chocolate syrup, Cool Whip


Time:   2-5 hours

Give your food a bold makeover with this fun horseradish whipped cream sauce. Don't be fooled by its simplicity; it packs a flavorful punch...


Time:   1-2 hours

This copycat creamed spinach recipe is the perfect side dish for a Sunday dinner or special occasion. It's creamy and flavorful without being overly rich and heavy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Pancakes may not have a reputation as the healthiest breakfast food, and fair enough, they do have cake in their name. A stack of these nut and grain pancakes...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat CPK pizza brings the Thai flavor with a spicy peanut sauce, shredded carrots and cilantro. If you're up for a delicious kitchen challenge...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with sweetened condensed milk, milk chocolate chips, light corn syrup, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A little sweet and a little creamy, this copycat salad from Ruby Tuesday's makes a great snack or light lunch.


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth and tangy cream cheese filling, Marie Osmond's famous "killer cheesecake" is sure to satisfy your sweet...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Full Moon Cafe marinates their chicken in fajita seasoning to give it that special spice in the soup. Garnish with tortilla strips for a nice crunch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

As a beloved recipe featured by the iconic advice columnist Dear Abby, this pecan pie combines sweet corn syrup and rich brown sugar with toasted pecans for a classic...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Turn your kitchen into the House of Blues with this gumbo recipe. It's a soulful mix of simmereed chicken, sausage, and veggies. Just when you thought your cooking...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Check out this recipe for some designer-quality brownies! At only five ingredients, this dessert will be a major crowd pleaser...make sure to grab one for yourself before they're...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

If you're looking for a simple yet satisfying dessert, this O'Charley's caramel pie is a great option. With just a few ingredients and an easy cooking process, you can enjoy a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Try this recipe to recreate Applebee's delicious grilled salmon served with a tangy honey sauce.

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with dried basil, olive oil, garlic, shrimp, clam juice or chicken broth, white wine, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Love the coconut shrimp that you get at Red Lobster? Now you can make it at home with this knock-off recipe, including their famous pina colada dipping...

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Outback Steakhouse's Tartar Sauce is a delicious and tangy sauce that is perfect for dipping or topping your favorite foods.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a dish that's both satisfying and posh? Red Lobster's version of shrimp quiche is here to bring a touch of seaside charm right to your table without the fuss.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This is one serious pork tenderloin sandwich. Butterflied pork marinated and fried with a crispy panko crust makes a delightful sandwich.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   2-5 hours

A white pizza with a full palate of flavors. Prosciutto, sauteed onions, and lemon-pepper cream make your next pizza night an artisanal affair.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Shrimp is simmered in a garlicky wine-butter sauce and served over pasta that's been tossed with olive oil to copy the scampi served at Red Lobster.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Kenny Rogers Roasters, a chain of roasted chicken restaurants started by musician Kenny Rogers, was well known for their special BBQ sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with parsley, mayonnaise, dungeness crab meat, onion, artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The fried clams from the Clam Box are a signature dish at the restaurant, and are served with a side of tartar sauce for dipping. They have a unique hint of sweetness that makes...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

There's a double hit of fruity flavor from the lime filling and the raspberry sauce, and it's baked in a cinnamon-pecan pie crust. Seriously, what more...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Cooking a whole bird until it's fall-off-the-bone tender is the key to copying Cracker Barrel's chicken while buttermilk gives a deep flavor to their...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Just a good old-fashioned shrimp boil! The magic is in the poaching liquid - hot sauce, beer, and bay leaves help turn out a big, well-seasoned...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Discover how to whip up Bonefish Grill's Raspberry Martini, a perfect mix of raspberry vodka and schnapps balanced with a splash of sour mix.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat recipe from Olive Garden is the perfect dessert for fall gatherings. The gingersnap crust is topped with a creamy pumpkin filling, and finished with a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

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

Copy this hot and spicy snack from TGI Friday's at home! Jalapeno slices are deep fried with a crispy coating. Eat them plain or serve with a dipping sauce.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

The shrimp carbonara made with shrimp and penne pasta in a rich Romano cheese sauce isn't on the menu anymore at Mama Melrose's but you can recreate...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make your own copycat version of the famous fried rice at Benihana's. It's quick and easy to prepare, and even has tips on how to make it in advance.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you thought lemonade was just lemons, water, and sugar then you are missing out. A little sparkling water is the Applebee's trick for an especially good glass.


Time:   under 30 minutes

So many cornbread recipes forget about the savory side and end up making corn cake, but Johnny's recipe gives both sweet and savory their due attention.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Copy the famous flavors from P.F. Chang's with this easy to make stir fry sauce. Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Love Olive Garden? You'll adore this chicken scampi recipe that brings the restaurant's classic flavors right to your kitchen.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Create memories with Mamie Eisenhower's classic sugar cookies. This easy-to-follow recipe yields perfectly soft, buttery cookies, ideal for holidays or family...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Recreate the delightful taste of Chi Chi's sweet corn cake at home. Whether served as a side dish or an appetizer, it's sure to bring a touch of restaurant-quality flavor to...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt, seasoned salt, dry Caesar Dressing mix, water, cheese tortellini, Caesar dressing, mayonnaise, red bell pepper, white wine vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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

The Chi Chi's Mexican restaurant chain no longer exists in the U.S. but you can make chicken chimichangas just like they used to with this recipe.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

The creamy, tangy dressing perfectly complements fresh greens and crunchy croutons in a classic Caesar salad.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Great Northern beans in a great soup recipe. This Disney copycat is chock full of veggies in addition to the beans and some smoked ham. Healthy and satisfying.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Barbecue sauce just like Applebee's does it. The secret ingredient is apple butter for a touch of fruity sweetness. Ready for ribs, chicken, or pulled pork.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Apple butter gives a sweet tang to BBQ sauce that makes it perfect for slathering on ribs or dumping in a slow cooker with pork shoulder to make a big batch of...


Time:   under 30 minutes

A touch of green food coloring gives the pie its signature hue. Topped with sweetened whipped cream, this Key Lime pie is a deliciously tart treat that's sure to impress.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This recipe mimics the Minnesota-based restaurant's famous caramel rolls and simplifies it by using frozen bread dough.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours