20 Simple Copycat Recipes

Love your favorite restaurant dishes but wish you could enjoy them at home? Copycat recipes are the perfect solution! They let you recreate the flavors you love from popular restaurants right in your own kitchen. Whether it’s that famous pasta, a signature sauce, or a decadent dessert, copycat recipes make it easy to bring the taste of dining out to your dinner table.

Amazing Copycat Frosty

A delicious copycat Frosty topped with whipped cream. — Amazing Copycat Frosty. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

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Cool, creamy, and just the right amount of chocolatey, this homemade version of a Frosty will satisfy your ice cream cravings in no time.
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Blackened Chicken Tenders (Popeye’s Copycat)

Blackened chicken tenders in a white dish. — Blackened Chicken Tenders (Popeye’s Copycat). Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Packed with a bold Cajun spice blend, these blackened chicken tenders bring the zest of Popeye’s straight to your table.
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Copycat Alice Spring’s Chicken

Close-up of a hand holding a fork with a bite of copycat Alice spring chicken. — Copycat Alice Spring’s Chicken. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Inspired by a beloved steakhouse dish, this recipe combines juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and a rich honey mustard sauce.
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Texas Roadhouse Chili Copycat Recipe

A bowl of Texas roadhouse chili with jalapenos and beans. — Texas Roadhouse Chili Copycat Recipe. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Warm, hearty, and packed with bold flavors, this Texas Roadhouse Chili recipe will become a staple in your kitchen. Pair it with cornbread for a meal that’s hard to beat!
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Copycat Applebee’s Spinach-Artichoke Dip

Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with spinach and artichokes, this dip is an irresistible crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
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Copycat Carrabba’s Mama Mandola’s Sicilian Chicken Soup

Filled with comforting flavors and hearty ingredients, this Sicilian chicken soup is the ultimate bowl of warmth.
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Copycat Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Serve up buttery, cheesy biscuits with a savory garlic kick that will leave everyone reaching for seconds.
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Copycat Chili’s Southwest Chicken Soup – Slow Cooker Recipe

Bowl of chicken soup with avocado and cilantro on top, spoon in bowl, tortilla chips and avocado beside, placed on a striped cloth. — Copycat Chili’s Southwest Chicken Soup – Slow Cooker Recipe. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Rich with smoky, Tex-Mex flavors, this slow-cooked chicken soup brings a hint of the Southwest to your meal planning.
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Copycat Chilis Monterey Chicken

Cheese covered chicken in a skillet with a spatula. — Copycat Chilis Monterey Chicken. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Smothered in barbecue sauce, melted cheese, and crispy bacon, this Monterey Chicken is packed with flavor in every bite.
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Copycat Chipolte Chicken Avocado Melt

A sandwich with avocado, chicken and cheese on a plate. — Copycat Chipolte Chicken Avocado Melt. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Enjoy the perfect blend of creamy avocado and spiced chicken in a melt that’s all about indulgence.
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Copycat Chipotle Black Beans

Chipotle black beans cooked and in a serving bowl. — Copycat Chipotle Black Beans. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Savory and seasoned to perfection, these beans make a hearty and flavorful side dish or main bowl add-in.
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Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowl

Load up your plate with tender proteins, fresh veggies, and all the classic flavors of a Chipotle bowl, made right at home.
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Copycat Chipotle Chili Corn Salsa

Sweet, tangy, and with a hint of heat, this chili corn salsa is so versatile it pairs perfectly with chips or tacos.
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Copycat Chipotle Corn Salsa

Bring fresh summer flavors to your meals with this zesty and vibrant corn salsa, perfect for topping your favorite dishes.
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Copycat Cole’s French Dip Sandwich

A roast beef sandwich with melted cheese on a hoagie roll, accompanied by crinkle-cut fries and a bowl of brown dipping sauce on the side. — Copycat Cole’s French Dip Sandwich. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Tender roast beef, savory au jus, and crusty French bread combine in this DIY take on a diner classic.
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Copycat Cracker Barrel Baby Carrots

Perfectly tender and glazed with just the right amount of butter and sweetness, these carrots steal the show.
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Copycat Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplins

Warm, comforting, and made from scratch, this chicken and dumplins recipe is country cooking at its finest.
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Copycat Cracker Barrel Sunday Homestyle Chicken

Fried chicken with mashed potatoes and green beans on a plate with a fork. — Copycat Cracker Barrel Sunday Homestyle Chicken. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Crispy, golden, and tender, this homestyle chicken delivers classic southern flavors every family will appreciate.
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Copycat Domino’s Cheddar Bacon Loaded Tots

A tray of cheddar bacon loaded tater tots, drizzled with Alfredo sauce, with a hand-picking one up. — Copycat Domino’s Cheddar Bacon Loaded Tots. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Experience cheesy, bacon-loaded perfection with these indulgent, crispy tots that make snacking irresistible.
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Copycat Domino’s Philly Cheesesteak Loaded Tots

Philly Cheesesteak Loaded Tots on parchment paper, topped with Alfredo cheese, green onions, and a drizzle of white sauce, placed on a dark rectangular slate plate. — Copycat Domino’s Philly Cheesesteak Loaded Tots. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Get ultimate comfort and flavor with these loaded tots, featuring tender steak, gooey cheese, and bold seasoning.
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Copycat HelloFresh Crispy Shallot Pork Croquettes

Copycat HelloFresh Crispy Shallot Croquettes on a white plate with tomatoes and broccoli. — Copycat HelloFresh Crispy Shallot Pork Croquettes. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Crispy on the outside and savory on the inside, these croquettes offer a gourmet twist on home cooking.
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