Recreating restaurant dishes at home can be a fun and rewarding experience. Not only do you get to enjoy your favorite meals, but you can also put your own spin on them. We’ve gathered 25 amazing recipes that let you bring the taste of your favorite restaurants right into your kitchen.

Chicken Sorrentino
Chicken Sorrentino is a classic Italian dish with breaded chicken, prosciutto, eggplant, and cheese baked in tomato sauce. Easy to make at home.
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Cod Piccata
Cod Piccata is a tangy seafood version of the classic piccata recipe. Tender cod filets dredged in almond flour, pan-fried, and topped with capers, lemon juice, and shallots.
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Copycat Panera Creamy Tomato Soup
Homemade Roasted Tomato Soup is an easy, creamy version of Panera’s tomato soup. Packed with flavor from roasted garlic and fresh basil.
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Copycat Bang Bang Shrimp
This baked bang bang shrimp is a healthier take on the famous restaurant version. Still crispy and crunchy, served with a killer sauce.
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Agedashi Tofu (Japanese Deep Fried Tofu)
Make this popular Japanese side dish right at home. Light and airy deep-fried tofu in a flavorful Tsuyu broth, topped with crispy and fresh toppings. Great for recreating a Japanese restaurant experience.
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Chicken Enchilada Soup – Chili’s Copycat
This Chili’s copycat chicken enchilada soup is a Mexican-inspired dish made with rotisserie or leftover chicken. It’s a simple soup that tastes like chicken enchiladas in a bowl, perfect for any night of the week.
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Black Pepper Chicken – Copycat Panda Express Recipe
This black pepper chicken is a great Panda Express copycat recipe. Chinese-inspired and restaurant-style, it’s even better than takeout. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect when you’re craving Asian food.
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Chipotle Chicken Fresh Mex Bowl
Mexican rice paired with chicken, south of the border spices, beans, avocado, and more. This Chili’s copycat dish is bursting with amazing flavors. If you love burritos or rice bowls, this one’s for you!
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The BEST Italian Penne Rosa Pasta
Penne rosa pasta is an easy dish with a creamy sauce. You can make the whole recipe in one pot. Quick and simple, it’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Instant Pot Pasta Da Vinci
This Cheesecake Factory copycat pasta da Vinci is a simple Instant Pot dinner that tastes great. Try making this Cheesecake Factory favorite at home for an easy and satisfying meal.
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Sweet and Sour Chicken
Classic Chinese sweet and sour chicken made with pineapple, peppers, onions, and crispy chicken in a tangy sauce. Perfectly crispy and packed with flavor, it’s a great dish to recreate at home.
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Easy Shrimp Scampi
A simple and elegant dish! This shrimp scampi is a fresh Italian recipe that’s incredibly easy to make and can be on the table in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick, fancy meal.
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Copycat Maggiano’s Tuscan Mussels
Fast and easy seafood recipe inspired by Maggiano’s. Bring this Italian dish home with sun-dried tomatoes, beans, and basil in a white wine sauce.
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Elk Pad See Ew
Try this wild game twist on a popular Thai noodle dish. This elk pad see ew features stir-fried wide rice noodles, tender elk meat, crisp broccolini, and scrambled eggs in a sweet and savory sauce.
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Classic Creamy Lobster Bisque
Lobster Bisque is a rich, creamy soup that’s perfect for special occasions or when you want something fancy at home.
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Best Gunkan Sushi Recipe
Bring the flavors of a Japanese restaurant to your home with homemade gunkan sushi. This step-by-step guide makes it easy to recreate this ship-shaped sushi. Customize the ingredients to your liking and enjoy restaurant-quality gunkan right in your own kitchen in less than 15 minutes.
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Fajitas with Lion’s Mane Mushrooms
Sizzling vegan fajitas packed with juicy lion’s mane mushrooms and a colorful medley of bell peppers. Seasoned to perfection for a quick, hearty meal.
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Traditional Minestrone Soup Recipe (Easy One Pot Recipe)
Enjoy the flavors of Italy with this traditional minestrone soup. A hearty dish with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta in a savory broth. Perfect for any season.
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Filet Medallions
These filet medallions feature tender beef, pan-seared to lock in the juices and cooked to perfection. The marinade also serves as a rich brown pan sauce.
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Beef Tenderloin Marsala
Beef Tenderloin Marsala made with tender filet mignon and topped with savory mushrooms. A decadent dish that’s great for special occasions.
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Carrabba’s Chicken Bryan Recipe
Butterflied chicken breast, goat cheese, lemon-butter sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil come together in this Chicken Bryan recipe. Great for a family meal.
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Ruth Chris Stuffed Chicken Copycat
Enjoy Ruth’s Chris stuffed chicken at home. This easy but fancy dish is great for impressing guests.
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Chicken Cacciatore
This Chicken Cacciatore recipe features tender chicken simmered in a thick, tomato-based sauce with a hint of red wine. A great choice for a comforting meal.
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Seared Scallops in Lemon Butter
Seared scallops in lemon butter is a mouthwatering meal you can have on the table in 20 minutes.
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Chicken With Chorizo And Cheese Sauce
Mexican Chicken with Chorizo and Cheese Sauce, also known as Chori Pollo. Grilled chicken breasts layered with chorizo and smothered in a white Mexican cheese sauce.
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Individual Salmon en Croute
Individual Salmon en Croute is a classic French dish made with fresh salmon, spinach, and cream cheese wrapped in puff pastry.
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Crazy Puffs Recipe (Little Caesars Copycat)
Make these Little Caesars Crazy Puffs at home for a fraction of the price. Customizable and ready in about 30 minutes, perfect for a Friday night.
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