23 copycat recipes that are insanely delicious

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Craving your favorite restaurant dishes but didn’t feel like leaving the comfort of your own home? These 23 insanely delicious copycat recipes that will take you straight to your beloved eateries without ever leaving the house.

Olive garden chicken pasta on a fork.
Olive Garden Chicken Pasta. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup

A bowl of broccoli cheddar soup with broccoli and carrots.
Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy Panera’s broccoli cheddar soup at home with this copycat recipe. A warm, comforting bowl of soup, just like the restaurant favorite.
Get the Recipe: Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf

Two slices of gingerbread cake with cream cheese frosting on a white plate.
Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Recreate Starbucks’ beloved gingerbread loaf at home with this easy copycat recipe. Moist, spicy, and topped with cream cheese frosting, it’s the perfect holiday treat.
Get the Recipe: Starbucks Gingerbread Loaf

Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

Olive Garden Minestrone Soup in a white bowl topped with basil.
Olive Garden Minestrone Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Prepare a quick, easy, and nutritious one-pot meal with this Instant Pot Minestrone soup recipe, reminiscent of the popular Olive Garden dish. Packed with veggies and full of flavor, this healthy soup is ready in 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

Two slices of meatloaf on a plate with mashed potatoes and carrots.
Cracker Barrel Meatloaf. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Bring the taste of Cracker Barrel’s homestyle cooking to your kitchen with this mouth-watering meatloaf copycat recipe. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, just like the restaurant version.
Get the Recipe: Cracker Barrel Meatloaf

Panda Express Orange Chicken

Plate of orange chicken in a metal bowl from the top.
Panda Express Orange Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Create a flavorful Asian-inspired meal at home with this Instant Pot orange chicken recipe, inspired by Panda Express. Each bite bursts with flavor, and the dish comes together fast, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Panda Express Orange Chicken

P.F. Chang Mongolian Beef

Closeup of crispy beef in a bowl with green onions and sesame seeds.
P.F. Chang Mongolian Beef. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy crispy beef coated in a sweet and salty sauce, just like the popular dish from P.F. Changs, with this air fryer Mongolian beef recipe. This kid-friendly meal comes together in just 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: P.F. Chang Mongolian Beef

Chick-fil-a Chicken Sandwich

Copycat Chick-fil-A sandwich with tomato, lettuce and cheese.
Chick-fil-a Chicken Sandwich. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Satisfy your craving for a crispy chicken sandwich with this easy-to-make Chick-Fil-A copycat recipe. Prepare a juicy, restaurant-quality chicken sandwich right in your air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Chick-fil-a Chicken Sandwich

Outback Blooming Onion

Blooming onion on a plate with sauce in the background.
Outback Blooming Onion. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make a restaurant-style blooming onion appetizer at home using your air fryer. Despite its impressive appearance, this Outback Steakhouse copycat recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare.
Get the Recipe: Outback Blooming Onion

Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Olive garden chicken pasta on a fork.
Olive Garden Chicken Pasta. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy tender, fall-apart chicken simmered in a creamy and cheesy sauce with this slow cooker Olive Garden chicken pasta copycat recipe. An easy-to-make comfort food dish that captures the flavors of the restaurant favorite.
Get the Recipe: Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Chilis Southwest Egg Rolls

Plate of southwest egg rolls cut open to show the filling of beans, chicken, corn and cheese.
Chilis Southwest Egg Rolls. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Recreate Chili’s popular appetizer with air fryer southwest egg rolls. Filled with Tex Mex flavors, perfect for dipping.
Get the Recipe: Chilis Southwest Egg Rolls

Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli

A plate of pumpkin cake mix cookies studded with chocolate chips is artfully arranged in a circle on a white surface.
Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy Olive Garden’s pasta e fagioli soup at home with this slow cooker recipe. Tender pasta, creamy beans, and savory beef in a rich tomato broth, just like the restaurant.
Get the Recipe: Olive Garden Pasta E Fagioli

Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Copycat starbucks pumpkin cream cheese muffin in someones hand.
Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Recreate the famous Starbucks treat at home with this easy copycat recipe for Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins. Enjoy the cozy, autumn flavors without leaving your kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Arby’s Beef ‘n Cheddar

A shredded beef sandwich with melted cheese on a bun, served with curly fries on a tray.
Arby’s Beef ‘n Cheddar. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make a copycat Arby’s Beef ‘n Cheddar in your slow cooker. Tender roast beef, creamy cheese, and toasted buns, just like the fast-food favorite.
Get the Recipe: Arby’s Beef ‘n Cheddar

Taco Bell Fiesta Potatoes

Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes in a white ramekin topped with sour cream and green onions.
Taco Bell Fiesta Potatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Recreate the beloved Taco Bell side dish at home in minutes with this Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes copycat recipe. Savor crispy, spicy potatoes topped with rich nacho cheese sauce.
Get the Recipe: Taco Bell Fiesta Potatoes

Cafe Rio Sweet Pork

Tray of shredded pork tacos in flour tortillas, garnished with cilantro and served with lime wedges.
Cafe Rio Sweet Pork. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Bring Cafe Rio’s sweet pork to your table with this slow cooker copycat recipe. Minimal effort, maximum flavor, just like the restaurant.
Get the Recipe: Cafe Rio Sweet Pork

Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake

Chocolate coca cola cake on a white plate topped with ice cream and a cherry.
Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of Cracker Barrel’s Coca Cola Cake with this copycat recipe. This decadent dessert boasts a deep fudge flavor that chocolate lovers will adore.
Get the Recipe: Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake

Olive Garden Gnocchi Soup

Bowl of copycat Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup in a bowl with breadsticks in the background.
Olive Garden Gnocchi Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Savor the taste of Olive Garden’s beloved chicken gnocchi soup with this copycat recipe. This comforting slow cooker soup features a creamy broth, tender chicken, and vegetables, just like the restaurant version.
Get the Recipe: Olive Garden Gnocchi Soup

Chipotle Carnitas

Close-up of shredded pork garnished with chopped herbs and lime wedges.
Chipotle Carnitas. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy Chipotle carnitas at home with this easy slow cooker recipe. Flavorful, affordable, and perfect for meal prep, just like the restaurant.
Get the Recipe: Chipotle Carnitas

Cracker Barrel Cinnamon Roll Pie

Slice of cinnamon roll pie with cream cheese icing on a white plate.
Cracker Barrel Cinnamon Roll Pie. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This crowd-pleasing dessert features gooey cinnamon rolls baked inside a flaky pie crust and topped with frosting, just like the popular treat from Cracker Barrel. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time you crave something sweet.
Get the Recipe: Cracker Barrel Cinnamon Roll Pie

Chick-fil-A Tortilla Soup

Mexican chicken tortilla soup in a white bowl.
Chick-fil-A Tortilla Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Bring the comforting taste of Chick-fil-A’s famous Tortilla Soup to your table with this copycat recipe. Each spoonful captures the essence of the restaurant’s beloved soup.
Get the Recipe: Chick-fil-A Tortilla Soup

Panda Express Beef and Broccoli

Stir-fried beef and broccoli garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions in a pan.
Panda Express Beef and Broccoli. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make Panda Express beef and broccoli at home in 20 minutes. Healthy, kid-friendly, and packed with flavor, just like the fast-food chain.
Get the Recipe: Panda Express Beef and Broccoli

Costco Chocolate Mousse Cake

A slice of chocolate cake with multiple layers, including a creamy middle layer, topped with chocolate frosting.
Costco Chocolate Mousse Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Indulge in a homemade version of Costco’s chocolate mousse cake. Moist chocolate layers, creamy mousse, and rich frosting, just like the store-bought treat.
Get the Recipe: Costco Chocolate Mousse Cake

Chipotle Barbacoa

Barbacoa tacos on a tray topped with peppers and onions.
Chipotle Barbacoa. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make Chipotle-style barbacoa at home in your slow cooker. Tender, flavorful meat that satisfies burrito cravings, without the takeout.
Get the Recipe: Chipotle Barbacoa

Bonefish Grill Bang Bang Shrimp

A person dipping fried shrimp into a bowl of dip.
Bonefish Grill Bang Bang Shrimp. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Recreate the popular Bonefish Grill appetizer at home with this air fryer Bang Bang Shrimp recipe. Crispy shrimp coated in a spicy sauce, perfect for your next game day party.
Get the Recipe: Bonefish Grill Bang Bang Shrimp

Starbucks Lemon Loaf

A lemon loaf cake with glaze on a wooden board with sliced lemons in the background.
Starbucks Lemon Loaf. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Bring Starbucks home with this copycat lemon loaf recipe. Moist, golden, and perfect for lemon lovers, just like the bakery item.
Get the Recipe: Starbucks Lemon Loaf

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