Stop spending all your money on takeout food. You can make these 12 copycat recipes right in your own kitchen.
They taste incredible and cost a fraction of the price.
1. Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
This dish brings different cuisines together in the best way. You might think it is bad for you.
It actually has under 400 calories per serving. The crust uses a healthy whole wheat tortilla.
Toppings include enchilada sauce and flavorful refried beans. You also get onions, tomatoes, and plenty of cheese.
One bite is all it takes to get hooked.
2. Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana
This soup comes fully loaded with bacon and sausage. You also get potatoes and kale in every bowl.
The hearty flavor makes my soul sing. It sounds hard to make.
The process is actually surprisingly simple. I love serving it with fluffy dinner rolls.
3. Dunkin Donuts Chocolate Glazed Donuts
Dunkin is the king of soft and pillowy treats. I could honestly eat them all day long.
The chocolate glaze makes this the best variety they have. I am thrilled to have this recipe.
It is not exactly health food. You deserve to live a little.
4. Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice
Do not settle for plain white grains. Lime juice adds a nice tang to the basmati rice base.
Cilantro brings a huge punch of fresh herb flavor. I serve this side with chicken or fish.
It also goes great with pork and beef.
5. Olive Garden Breadsticks
I have no idea what makes these so addictive. You can bake them right in your own oven.
The result is incredibly fluffy and chewy. I love the divine garlic butter topping.
Eat them on their own or with a bowl of soup.
6. Copycat McDonald’s Big Mac
Sometimes you just feel extra hungry. Making your own version of this burger is epic.
The patties are nice and juicy. It features fresh veggies and sesame seed buns.
The rich and tangy sauce makes it outrageously delicious.
7. Panera Bread French Onion Soup
Panera briefly removed this item from their menu. I prefer this homemade version anyway.
You do not even have to leave your house. The soup base is absolutely amazing.
Melted cheese and croutons on top make it phenomenal.
8. Panda Express Chow Mein
I never thought I could recreate this takeout favorite. This recipe is a total game changer.
I am definitely not an expert at cooking Chinese food. The results make me proud.
My friends could not believe I made it myself.
9. Olive Garden Alfredo
Fettuccine is always a huge hit in my house. I bookmarked this recipe ages ago.
The sauce is ridiculously rich. It uses heavy cream and milk.
Parmesan and romano cheese make it ultra creamy.
10. Taco Bell Quesadilla
This is my standard order at the drive thru. You cannot beat the mix of melted cheese and shredded chicken.
The sauce takes the whole thing over the top. It uses a blend of mayo and spices.
Jalapenos and sugar round out the flavor profile.
11. PF Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps
These wraps put the restaurant version to shame. They are much more affordable and easy to make.
You only need 20 minutes for this low carb meal. The ground chicken gets packed with flavor.
It has hoisin and soy sauce plus spicy Sriracha. Wrap the filling in lettuce and enjoy.
12. Copycat Popeye’s Chicken Sandwich
You do not need to wait in a long line. Satisfy your cravings right at home.
The chicken gets marinated in buttermilk. It fries up to golden perfection.
I love the creamy and spicy mayo dressing. Serve it on two brioche buns.