20 Copycat Recipes You Can Make At Home

Craving your favorite restaurant dishes but don’t feel like dining out? With copycat recipes, you can recreate the magic of popular meals right in your own kitchen! From iconic appetizers to signature sauces and indulgent desserts, these recipes bring the flavors you love straight to your table. Perfect for saving money, skipping the crowds, and still enjoying restaurant-quality meals at home.

Copycat Honey Baked Ham

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Sweet, glazed, and perfectly spiced, this honey-baked ham recipe brings holiday flavors to your kitchen all year long.
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Copycat Il Fornaio Rigatoni Alla Vodka

A hand holding a fork over a bowl of Fornaio Rigatoni Alla Vodka on a wooden table. — Copycat Il Fornaio Rigatoni Alla Vodka. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Creamy and rich with a tangy tomato vodka sauce, this rigatoni recipe feels like a trip to an Italian trattoria.
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Copycat Jason’s Deli Irish Potato Soup

Velvety, hearty, and packed with flavor, this creamy Irish potato soup warms the soul with every spoonful.
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Copycat Lawson’s Chip Dip

A bowl of chip dip garnished with chopped green onions. — Copycat Lawson’s Chip Dip. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Create the ultimate creamy, tangy dip for chips, veggies, or crackers with this Lawson’s-inspired recipe.
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Copycat Longhorn Steakhouse Rice

A bowl of Longhorn steakhouse rice with copper forks on a table. — Copycat Longhorn Steakhouse Rice. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

This fragrant, seasoned rice dish brings the flavor of Longhorn Steakhouse to your home dinners.
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Copycat Maggiano’s Little Italy Sausage & Peppers

Bursting with rustic flavor, this classic sausage and peppers dish is hearty and easy to pull together.
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Copycat Maid-Rite Loose Meat Sandwich

Skip the drive and make this simple yet savory loose meat sandwich at home for a taste of Maid-Rite’s charm.
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Copycat McDonald’s Biscuit

Mcdonalds biscuit cut in half on white square plate on cooling rack. — Copycat McDonald’s Biscuit. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Flaky, buttery, and irresistibly soft, these biscuits are ideal for breakfast sandwiches or a side of jam.
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Copycat McDonald’s Pancakes

A stack of McDonald’s Pancake Recipe with syrup drizzling down. — Copycat McDonald’s Pancakes. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Bring home the golden, fluffy texture of McDonald’s pancakes to start your morning just right.
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Copycat Mrs. Field’s Chocoalate Dipped Cookies

Image shows four Copycat Mrs. Field's Chocolate Dipped Cookies on a wooden table. — Copycat Mrs. Field’s Chocoalate Dipped Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Enjoy chewy cookies dipped in chocolate for a sweet treat that feels like a trip to the mall.
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Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

Rich, creamy, and packed with Parmesan, this Alfredo sauce is everything you love about Olive Garden’s signature dish.
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Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine

A close-up of fettuccine Alfredo topped with grilled chicken pieces, garnished with parsley. Breadstick visible in the background. — Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Tender chicken and creamy Alfredo sauce over fettuccine noodles—your favorite Italian dish made easy.
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Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli Soup

This hearty and flavorful soup combines beans, pasta, and vegetables in an Olive Garden-inspired classic.
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Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo

A bowl of olive garden creamy shrimp alfredo pasta served in a black bowl with a spoon. — Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Dive into buttery, garlicky shrimp paired with creamy Alfredo sauce in this at-home restaurant favorite.
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Copycat Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp

Crunchy and glazed with honey, these walnuts and shrimp deliver a balance of sweet and savory like no other.
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Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken

Kung Pao Chicken in a bowl with a bowl of rice in the background. — Copycat Panda Express Kung Pao Chicken. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Spicy, bold, and packed with vegetables, this kung pao chicken brings the heat you crave with every bite.
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Copycat Pasta e Fagioli Soup

With comforting beans and pasta in a tomato-rich broth, this homemade favorite mimics the best of Italian soups.
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Copycat Popeyes Spicy Mayonnaise

A bowl of spicy mayonnaise and garlic on a cutting board. — Copycat Popeyes Spicy Mayonnaise. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Add a kick to your sandwiches or fries with this spicy, creamy mayo inspired by Popeyes.
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Copycat Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken

Ruth chris stuffed chicken on a plate, resting on a bed of creamy, cheesy spinach mixture. — Copycat Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

With ooey-gooey cheese tucked inside juicy chicken, this stuffed recipe makes an impression at every dinner.
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Copycat Supermarket Chicken Rotisserie

Close-up of a roasted chicken with crispy, golden-brown skin seasoned with herbs and coarse salt, on a wooden cutting board. — Copycat Supermarket Chicken Rotisserie. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Seasoned with all the right herbs, this rotisserie-style chicken is juicy, flavorful, and easy to prep at home.
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Copycat Trader Joe’s Arancini Rice Balls

A person pulling apart a gooey, cheese-filled arancini with more of the fried rice balls and sauce in the background. — Copycat Trader Joe’s Arancini Rice Balls. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Golden and crisp, these cheesy arancini bring a touch of Italian comfort straight to your table.
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Creamy Salsa Dressing (Chick-Fil-A Copycat)

Overhead shot of creamy salsa dressing in a glass jar surrounded by cilantro, fresh tomatoes, and a halved lime. — Creamy Salsa Dressing (Chick-Fil-A Copycat). Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Tangy, creamy, and perfectly spiced, this dressing is a versatile addition to wraps, salads, or dipping sauces.
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Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini

Close-up of tortellini pasta cooking in a creamy yellow sauce with pieces of chicken, stirred by a wooden spoon. — Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Bright, fruity, and refreshingly tropical, this Starbucks-inspired drink is a fun way to quench your thirst.
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Easy Copycat Starbucks Dragon Drink Recipe

Recreate the vibrant, fruity Starbucks Dragon Drink right in your own kitchen. This refreshing recipe is packed with tropical flavors that feel like a mini vacation in a glass!
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Eggplant And Tofu Recipe (Panda Express Copycat)

A bowl of rice topped with stir-fried eggplant, tofu, red bell peppers, and green onions. A fork is placed on the side. — Eggplant And Tofu Recipe (Panda Express Copycat). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This Eggplant and Tofu recipe brings the bold, saucy flavors of Panda Express straight to your dinner table. It’s a plant-based delight that’s both hearty and satisfying.
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Masters Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe Copycat

Chicken Salad Sandwich made with a copycat recipe from The Masters. — Masters Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe Copycat. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Whether for lunch or a light dinner, this recreation of Masters’ Chicken Salad Sandwich is a flavorful treat. Loaded with perfectly seasoned chicken and simple ingredients, it’s a timeless classic.
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Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix (IHOP Copycat)

Close-up of a stack of pumpkin pancakes topped with a pat of melting butter, syrup, and some chopped nuts. — Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix (IHOP Copycat). Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Bring IHOP’s fluffy pumpkin pancakes to your breakfast table with this easy recipe. These pancakes are perfectly spiced and deliver cozy, autumn flavors in every bite.
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Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers – Goldfish Copycat

A glass jar filled with fish-shaped cheese crackers on a wooden table, surrounded by scattered crackers and cheese shreds. — Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers – Goldfish Copycat. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Who needs the store-bought version when you can bake your own Goldfish-style cheese crackers? This sourdough discard recipe is delightfully cheesy, crisp, and a fun snack for all ages.
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Starbucks Copycat Chai Syrup

Chai syrup in glass jar on crochet lace fabric with star anise and wooden spoon in white geometric bowl. — Starbucks Copycat Chai Syrup. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Craft your favorite chai latte at home with this easy Starbucks-inspired syrup recipe. It’s warm, fragrant, and endlessly versatile for your tea or even adding to desserts!
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Starbucks Copycat Red Velvet Marble Loaf

Sliced red velvet marble loaf on a wooden board. — Starbucks Copycat Red Velvet Marble Loaf. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Bring the bakery to your home with this Starbucks Red Velvet Marble Loaf copycat recipe. It’s rich, moist, and boasts an irresistible swirl of chocolatey goodness.
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