38 Copycat Signature Recipes From Your Favorite Restaurants

From the Recipe Creator: Always a picnic favorite, this deep-fried chicken recipe is delicious either hot or cold. Kids call it my Kentucky Fried Chicken! —Jeanne Schnitzler, Lima, Montana

From the Recipe Creator: These tender breadsticks fill the kitchen with a tempting aroma when they are baking, and they’re wonderful served warm. My family tells me I can’t make them too often. —Gaylene Anderson, Sandy, Utah

(Here’s how to make copycat Olive Garden breadsticks, step by step.)

From the Recipe Creator: Save a sleeve of Girl Scout cookies for this creamy milkshake that's fun for kids and adults, too. —Shauna Sever, San Francisco, California

From the Recipe Creator: The secret to making the best copycat Panda Express orange chicken? It’s all in the sauce—orange juice, garlic, ginger, soy sauce and more all make that delicious chicken you can’t resist. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: Here's a special-occasion comfort dish you can re-create at home! Treat yourself to chicken and asparagus under a blanket of melty mozzarella, served on a mountain of mashed potatoes with Madeira wine sauce. Yes, it is divine! —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: Creamy Marsala wine sauce coats tender chicken in a way that'll remind you of the Olive Garden classic. Serve with pasta or eat it on its own. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: If you’ve never tried The Cheesecake Factory’s Louisiana chicken pasta, this copycat recipe will show you exactly what you’ve been missing out on. A delicious Cajun cream sauce covers Parmesan-crusted chicken and bow-tie pasta, making it hard to resist a second serving. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: In a quest to encourage my six children to eat healthfully, I'm always on the prowl for ways to transform items that usually are received with turned-up, wrinkled noses into ones that even the pickiest of eaters don't complain about. A smile of satisfaction from my table of hungry eaters as they dig into this chicken piccata recipe is the best payback I've received, allowing me to hang my mama-super-hero-cape up once again at the end of the night! —Michelle Stillman, Lancaster, Pennsylvania

From the Recipe Creator: If you’ve ever had the honor of eating at The Cheesecake Factory, you know about their addicting, subtly sweet brown bread. This copycat version brings four loaves to your kitchen, so you'll never have to go without. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: This homemade take on Subway's famous raspberry cheesecake cookies is irresistible! The soft, chewy cookies have lots of raspberry and white chocolate flavor. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts

From the Recipe Creator: This copycat Olive Garden chicken and shrimp carbonara will bring the tasty goodness of the original straight to your kitchen. Crispy pieces of chicken and shrimp are tossed in a rich Parmesan cream sauce and paired with al dente pasta for an absolute crowd-pleaser. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: This sauce is often mistaken (by the naked eye) for Thousand Island dressing, but it has its own distinct flavor. You can learn how to make your own In-N-Out sauce (which means it’s also possible to make copycat In-N-Out burgers at home)! —Jennifer Schwarzkopf, Oregon, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: Thinly sliced, tender pieces of steak seasoned with peppercorns are served with a juicy Madeira wine sauce to create the fan-favorite Steak Diane. Served with a side of perfectly mashed potatoes, there’s a reason why this dinner is a popular order at The Cheesecake Factory. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: The secret to making light-as-air copycat Taco Bell cinnamon twists at home is a special pasta called duros that fries up in seconds. The crispy texture is delectable when coated with sugar and spice. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts

From the Recipe Creator: My family always asks for this love-me-tender lemon loaf cake. Sometimes, I shake things up and make cupcakes with the batter. So awesome for brunch! —Lola Baxter, Winnebago, Minnesota

From the Recipe Creator: Mom fixed this Swedish meatball recipe for all sorts of family dinners, potluck suppers and PTA meetings. The scent of browning meat is intoxicating. Add to that the sweet smell of onions caramelizing, and everyone’s mouth starts watering. —Marybeth Mank, Mesquite, Texas

From the Recipe Creator: It’s no secret that Wisconsinites love their dairy—so much that they sometimes top their burgers with a generous pat of butter. My recipe is a lot like the butter burgers you’ll find in popular restaurants all over the state. —Becky Carver, North Royalton, Ohio

From the Recipe Creator: "This flavorful chili is still thick and hearty even though it makes a small batch," confirms Norma Grogg of St. Louis, Missouri. "I serve it with a salad of grapefruit and avocado slices."

From the Recipe Creator: I like to make these golden chicken nuggets because they’re so quick and easy. My whole family loves them. The seasoning can also be used on chicken breast halves to make amazing sandwiches. —Annette Ellyson, Carolina, West Virginia

From the Recipe Creator: This delicious dish is the ultimate comfort food. A blend of five cheeses, it makes a beautiful entree or a special side. I served it at our Thanksgiving dinner, and it received rave reviews. —Connie L McDowell, Greenwood, Delaware

From the Recipe Creator: Years ago, I drove 4-1/2 hours to a cake contest, holding my entry on my lap the whole way. But it paid off. One bite and you'll see why this velvety beauty was named the best chocolate cake recipe and won first prize. —Sandra Johnson, Tioga, Pennsylvania

From the Recipe Creator: Here's our crack at the never-ending biscuits from Red Lobster. Made from scratch with lighter ingredients, they're just as cheesy and buttery as the original. —Alicia Rooker, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: A fish dinner isn’t complete without a side of hush puppies, and my mom is well-known for this recipe. It's the best! —Mary McGuire, Graham, NC

From the Recipe Creator: I let my young son pick out seed packets and he chose kale, which grew like crazy. This hearty soup helped make good use of it and rivals the Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana. —Michelle Babbie, Malone, New York

From the Recipe Creator: I can't wait for fall to arrive so my favorite coffee shops will bring back pumpkin lattes. The rest of the year, I have to make my own version. With the right amount of spice, it tastes just like the popular version found at gourmet coffee shops.—Ellen Riley, Murfreesboro, Tennessee

From the Recipe Creator: You won't get any complaints from family or friends when you stack up these golden waffles for breakfast! —Kim Branges, Grand Canyon, Arizona

From the Recipe Creator: Go on a burger road trip in your own backyard. Grill the patties and load them sky-high with your favorite toppings. For instance, peanut butter and bacon make them southern style; coleslaw and tomatoes,
a northern version. —Susan Mahaney, New Hartford, New York. Looking for more copycat recipes? Try our favorite Popeye’s Mardi Gras mustard.

From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I love this cheesy dish. It is proof that soup doesn't need to be made in big batches to be good. —Cheryl McRae, West Valley, Utah

From the Recipe Creator: I like to try different fun fillings in these soft rolls, and each one is packed with cinnamon flavor. They are definitely worth the overnight wait. —Chris O'Connell, San Antonio, Texas

From the Recipe Creator: Filled with chicken, mushrooms, water chestnuts and carrots, these lettuce wraps are both healthy and yummy. The gingerroot, rice wine vinegar and teriyaki sauce give them delicious Asian flair. —Kendra Doss, Smithville, Missouri

From the Recipe Creator: My family loves making soup because it’s a great way to use up vegetables, and we’ll have leftovers for days. I made this copycat Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup once and knew I needed the recipe in my soup Rolodex! —Risa Lichtman, Portland, Oregon

From the Recipe Creator: This ice cream is technically a custard since it contains eggs. After lots of testing (and tasting), I've found that eggs are the key to making a smooth and creamy treat that rivals what you can get at a premium ice cream shop. -Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin

From the Recipe Creator: I developed this recipe to copycat Chick-fil-A chicken nuggets. I knew I had a winner the first time I made them because the whole family fought over who got the last one! For a dipping sauce, combine barbecue sauce and Dijon mustard, then stir in honey to add some sweetness. —Jeni Pittard, Statham, Georgia

From the Recipe Creator: I love both red velvet cake and cheesecake. So why not combine them into one stunning red velvet cheesecake recipe? It's best when served chilled, right out of the fridge. —Melissa Gaines, Knoxville, Tennessee

From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is a simple yet special spread for breakfast bread and muffins. —Sue Seymour, Valatie, New York. Looking for more? Check out this Texas Roadhouse butter recipe.

From the Recipe Creator: My husband and our friends and family love these soft, chewy pretzels. Let the bread machine mix the dough, then all you have to do is shape and bake these fun snacks. —Sherry Peterson, Fort Collins, Colorado

From the Recipe Creator: Now is not the time to cut the calories or skimp on the salt. Go for ground chuck that is at least 80/20. If you can find a blend with ground brisket or short rib, all the better. The best burger comes with being liberal with the kosher salt—it's beef's best friend, trust me. — James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin