10 Copycat Appetizers from Your Favorite Restaurants

Make your home feel like a restaurant with these easy copycat appetizers. Save some money and make these appetizers just the way you like them — with extra spice or without. Whether you're craving Chinese, Italian, or classic American, we've got you covered.

1. Chef John's Chicken Lettuce Wraps

"When I visit my mom we usually make it to P.F. Chang's® at least once and always start the meal with their very popular chicken lettuce wraps. They do a good job with most of the dishes I've had, but the wraps are clearly my favorite. I don't do a lot of copycat recipes; these chicken lettuce wraps, however, are a delicious exception." — Chef John

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2. Blooming Onion

"A delicious onion sliced to bloom, then coated and deep-fried," says Joanne Bruck. "The recipe for the dipping sauce is also included."

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3. Baked Buffalo Wings

"The best wings ever!! Baked mine and fried some for my husband. Better than any restaurant wings I've tasted." — Shelly

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4. Chicken Wonton Tacos

"Light and tasty, these make a great appetizer or a quick and easy main dish! Kids love them! Finally a dish that makes use of ground chicken but not so far-fetched ... I loved the ones at Applebee's® and decided to attempt a home version. I was extremely pleased with the healthier version! Top tacos with cilantro, red onion, or sweet onion, if desired. Serve lime wedges on the side."— OdaMae

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5. Old Fashioned Onion Rings

"This is an actual recipe from a former employee of a popular drive-in restaurant. Crispy coated onion rings like the pros make!" — JeanieMomof3

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6. Chrissy's Tangy Seafood Dip

"I love the San Remo seafood dip at Olive Garden® and this is my attempt at trying to copy it. It is very popular at family gatherings!" — Chrissy DeCosmo Fesler

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7. Fabulous Spinach and Artichoke Dip

"If you love Applebee's® spinach and artichoke dip, this is the one for you. Serve with chips or bread and enjoy." — canderson09

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8. Copycat Bang Bang Shrimp®

"Just like the appetizer at Bonefish Grill®!" — linzleel

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9. Restaurant-Style Buffalo Chicken Wings

"This is similar to the hot wings recipe served at a popular restaurant chain. If you have ever had them, you have to love them." — Kelly

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10. Kim's Garlic Breadsticks

"These are great breadsticks to make," says Kimbers. "They taste great and are easy to make. If you are an Olive Garden® lover, then you will LOVE these."

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