Going out to eat at a restaurant can be a lot of fun but it isn’t something you want to do every day. But if you do have a hankering for your favorite restaurant dish, we have some wonderful copycat recipes for you to whip up and enjoy! It’s quicker to make one of these than get spruced up for a fancy restaurant meal and it’s also better for your wallet! So, if you want fine dining, fast food or something that falls between the two, there are plenty of amazing copycat recipes to try, including Cheesecake Factory, Panda Express and Starbucks favorites you are going to love!
Chicken Enchilada Soup – Chili’s Copycat
This Chili’s copycat chicken enchilada soup recipe is easy, tasty, and perfect for any night of the week. It can be made with rotisserie or leftover chicken.
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Black Pepper Chicken – Copycat Panda Express
Make restaurant-style black pepper chicken at home in just 30 minutes with this delicious copycat Panda Express recipe. Satisfy your Asian food cravings with this easy and flavorful stir-fry.
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PF Chang’s Fried Rice Copycat
Satisfy your cravings for PF Chang’s fried rice with this mouth-watering copycat recipe that’s easy to make at home. Enjoy a blend of rice, fresh veggies, and a rich, sweet Chinese-inspired sauce in every bite.
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Italian Penne Rosa Pasta
If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, try making this one-pot Penne Rosa Pasta (Noodles and Company copycat) with a creamy tomato sauce. This comforting and filling Italian dish is both tasty and satisfying and perfect for those who love a little spice in their meal.
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Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa – Copycat Chipotle Hot Salsa
Make your own fresh tomatillo red chili salsa with this easy copycat Chipotle recipe that’s perfect as a snack or appetizer with chips or crackers, and goes great with steak, chicken, or any south of the border inspired meal.
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Pasta Da Vinci – Cheesecake Factory Copycat
Make this delicious Cheesecake Factory copycat pasta da vinci at home with your Instant Pot. You won’t be disappointed with this simple chicken-based pasta dish that tastes just like the restaurant version.
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Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs
Try making these delicious copycat Ikea Swedish meatballs at home and enjoy the same great taste as the ones you find in the store.
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Starbucks Egg Bites
Skip the line at Starbucks with this oven baked egg bites recipe. You can make them at home and there’s no sous vide equipment required for these low carb egg bites.
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Wok Seared Steak and Shrimp – Panda Express Copycat
Make this tasty Panda Express copycat wok-seared steak and shrimp dish at home with soy sauce, chili sauce, ginger, and garlic flavors. Impress your friends or enjoy it for lunch or dinner – it’s like an Asian surf and turf with beef and shrimp!
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Chipotle Chicken Fresh Mex Bowl – Chili’s Copycat
This Chili’s copycat chipotle chicken fresh Mex bowl is bursting with amazing Tex-Mex flavors like Mexican rice, chicken, spices, beans, avocado, and more. It’s the perfect dinner option for fans of burritos or rice bowls looking for something easy and delicious.
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Truffle Nacho Loaded Fries – Taco Bell Copycat
You are going to love all the flavours in this Taco Bell truffle nacho loaded fries recipe. It’s made with thick cut steak fries, strip steak, cheese, and more, for an incredible flavour in every mouthful.
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Copycat Chick-fil-A Nuggets Recipe
Copycat Chick-fil-A nuggets might even taste better than the real thing! We’ve used Chick-fil-A’s own nutrition information to turn their commercial recipe into something you can easily make at home. Marinated and fried chicken pieces are served with that addicting sauce for an at-home copycat of your favorite meal!
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Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce Recipe
Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce is sweet, tangy, and oh so delicious with those amazing chicken nuggets. We’ve used Chick-fil-A’s own nutrition information to turn their commercial recipe into something you can easily make at home. Your family will flip for this sauce!
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Copycat Olive Garden Salad Dressing
This Copycat Olive Garden Salad Dressing brings that smooth and zesty flavor home to toss into your favorite green salad. It’s simple and quick to make with nearly universal appeal!
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Copycat Panera Bread Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
Comforting, delicious, and easy, this Copycat Panera Bread Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe is one of our favorite dinner-time recipes that you won’t be able to resist.
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Alice Springs Chicken (Copycat Outback Steakhouse)
If you love copycat recipes, this Alice Springs Chicken is an easy one-skillet meal the whole family will love. Chicken breasts topped with honey mustard, sautéed mushrooms, crispy bacon, and melted cheese
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Easy Copycat Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Recipe
Love Panda Express but can’t make it to the restaurant as often as you’d like? This Copycat Panda Express Mushroom Chicken Recipe will cure your craving any time it hits.
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Copycat Chipotle Tofu Sofritas Recipe
Copycat Chipotle Tofu Sofritas tacos, just like you get at Chipotle! If you’ve tried their sofritas tofu before, then you’ve gotta try this copycat version. Braised tofu in a spicy adobo sauce with pinto beans and spices, this recipe is delicious!
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Creamy Jalapeno Salsa
Creamy Jalapeno Sauce! Similar to Salsa Dona from TacoDeli in Austin, Texas this jalapeno salsa is SO good! Spicy jalapeno salsa that tastes great on everything. A must-make if you like the heat!
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Copycat Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken
You’re going to love the flavor of this copycat Longhorn parmesan crusted chicken. Not only is this an easy copycat recipe, but it’s the perfect way to save money and create the copycat version of Longhorn parmesan chicken for way less money!
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Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce
If you’re a fan of creamy, delicious alfredo sauce -and who isn’t – this copycat Olive Garden alfredo sauce is sure to become a family favorite. With just a few simple pantry ingredients, you can make a delicious dish that tastes like it came right from the restaurant.
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Copycat Taco Bell Chalupa Recipe
Love Taco Bell chalupas? Now you can make them easily at home with this simple Taco Bell chalupa recipe. The crispy, fluffy texture of the chalupa bread will elevate your next Taco Tuesday into the ultimate family favorite meal.
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Copycat Olive Garden Salad and Dressing
This Copycat Olive Garden salad and fressing uses a delicious blend of herbs and spices that will elevate any salad to the next level. Made with fresh ingredients, this dressing has a tangy and slightly sweet flavor that will complement any mix of greens. Our version of the salad is just as tasty as the original and is super easy to make.
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Crispy Chicken Costoletta – Cheesecake Factory Copycat
Craving some delicious crispy chicken costoletta but not in the mood to leave the house or spend half your paycheck on one dinner at Cheesecake Factory? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! You can now whip up your favorite fancy takeout in your own kitchen.
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Honey Walnut Shrimp – Panda Express Copycat
This Panda Express honey walnut shrimp copycat recipe coats crispy deep-fried tempura shrimp in a tantalizing sweet and savory sauce that’s served with candied walnuts. This will become one of your favorite quick dinner recipes!
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Southwestern Egg Rolls – Chili’s Copycat
Juicy chicken, melted Pepper Jack cheese, black beans, bell peppers, and corn seasoned with southwest-inspired seasonings and fried to crispy perfections! You can fry, air fry, or bake these easy egg rolls which are a Chili’s Restaurant copycat. The quick creamy mashed avocado ranch dipping sauce is the perfect final touch!
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Java Chip Frappuccino
The homemade Starbucks Java Chip Frappuccino is a frozen treat that combines the delicious flavors of chocolate and coffee, providing a perfect dose of caffeine and happiness in every sip. Add whipped cream and drizzled chocolate sauce on top for an extra touch of indulgence.
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Breakfast Crunchwrap – Copycat Taco Bell
The Copycat Taco Bell breakfast crunchwrap recipe is a tasty breakfast option that includes hash brown patties, sausage, eggs, cheese, and a crunchy wrap. This recipe has gained popularity on TikTok due to its simplicity and portability, making it a great choice for breakfast on the go.
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Starbucks Ginger Molasses Cookies
Make these delicious Starbucks copycat gingersnap molasses cookies in your own kitchen and enjoy the warm, spicy flavor. This recipe is sure to impress and is perfect for anyone who loves gingerbread cookies.
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Dirt Cake Cookies (Crumbl Copycat)
Everyone loves that childhood favorite Dirt Cake. Now you can have all that classic flavor in these Dirt Cake Cookies. Rich, fudgy cookies topped with chocolate frosting and crushed Oreos. Don’t forget that signature gummy worms! These cookies will always be a favorite!
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Chick-fil-A Nuggets (Copycat Recipe)
These Chick-fil-A Nuggets are a copycat recipe that creates your favorite fast-food right at home using a handful of easy ingredients! Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce or add them to a salad!
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P.F. Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps {Copycat Recipe}
P.F. Chang’s Lettuce Wraps {Copycat Recipe} — Skip the restaurant version and make lettuce wraps at home in 20 minutes!! EASY, healthier because you’re controlling the ingredients, and they TASTE WAY BETTER!!
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Crumbl Waffle Cookies
Imagine biting into a warm, buttery cookie that’s crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a divine topping of vanilla buttercream and a drizzle of maple syrup. These Crumbl Waffle Cookies are the perfect way to enjoy the taste of breakfast for dessert!
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Mango Dragonfruit Refresher
Satisfy your craving for Starbucks’ Mango Dragonfruit Refresher any time with this easy-to-make copycat recipe that incorporates all the vibrant colors and delicious flavors of the original drink, which is not only pretty but also delicious. This recipe has been perfected to bring you the perfect blend of flavors.
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Super Donut Copycat Recipe
The cafeteria favorite gets a healthy baked makeover with this Super Donut copycat recipe
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Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars Copycat
Make these festive Starbucks cranberry bliss bars at home with this easy copycat recipe featuring vanilla, white chocolate, cranberries, orange, and more. Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with a chewy blondie and cream cheese frosting that’s a hit during the holiday season.
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Starbucks Michigan Cherry Oat Bars
If you enjoy Starbucks Michigan cherry oat bars, then you may want to try making these cherry pie bars using a Starbucks copycat recipe. These delicious oatmeal bars have a cherry filling and are enhanced with flavors of vanilla, cinnamon, and almond, making them a great treat when served with ice cream or whipped cream.
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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos – Copycat Bonefish Grill
Bang bang shrimp tacos have tender shrimp that get deep-fried to crunchy perfection before being tossed in a homemade 4 ingredient sauce! Fill tortillas with these Bang Bang Shrimp to create tacos or just simply enjoy them as is!
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Bourbon Chicken – Copycat Kelly’s Cajun Grill
Bourbon chicken is better than takeout! It smothers tender chunks of chicken in a homemade bourbon sauce for a quick and easy weeknight meal! A favorite take-out style dish made with bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and more for a delicious recipe that packs a serious flavor punch!
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