Compiling this amazing roundup of Olive Garden recipes is making me HUNGRY! As money gets tighter, it is fun to find ways to still enjoy restaurant-quality food at home. Trying mouthwatering Olive Garden recipes at home is much easier on the budget than eating there, plus cooking food with your husband or kids on a weekend evening is an added free family activity!
In this roundup, you’ll find everything from Olive Garden alfredo sauce, zuppa toscana soup, chicken scampi, lemon cream cake, salad, fried ravioli, and more!
Why make food at home instead of eating out?
- Whipping up meals at home isn’t just about the food—it’s a whole cooking fiesta! Take charge of your ingredients, crafting healthier and personalized dishes. Plus, it’s a penny-pincher’s dream, waving goodbye to pricey restaurant bills.
- But wait, there’s more! Get ready for a sprinkle of achievement and a dash of creativity as you dabble in the culinary arts. Cooking with loved ones turns meal prep into a bonding bonanza, making memories one dish at a time. And forget the hustle and bustle of restaurants; create your own cozy dining haven. I know for myself, eating out with toddlers and babies is NOT very fun. Why not try Olive Garden recipes after the babies are in bed, for a cheap but amazing date night idea? Eliminating fights with keeping tired kids happy, seated, and quiet in a restaurant is definitely a win for me!
- And the cherry on top? By cooking at home, you’re not just a culinary wizard—you’re an eco-hero! Cut down on waste, ditch single-use plastics, and slay portion control like a pro.
Restaurant meals can quickly add up, especially with additional charges for:
- drinks – you can still have fun drinks at home, but you can usually make a GALLON of drink for the price of one drink at a restaurant! Our Watermelon Mint Lemonade, Caribbean Breeze Drink, or Ginger Mint Lemonade pair perfectly with a meal . . . or maybe finish off the meal with a Cinnamon Dolce Latte or a Sugar Cookie Latte for dessert. Yum!
(For extra pizzazz, you could serve the cold drinks in fancy glasses like these to make the meal feel even more like a restaurant!)
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- and sometimes service fees.
Don’t get me wrong, I still enjoy a relaxing meal out once in a while, especially if I have family around to watch my littles, or for a special celebration! But with finances being tighter and not as many opportunities to get out without kids, why not enjoy restaurant-quality food *much more often* with these Olive Garden recipes at home?
25 Olive Garden Recipes
The best Olive Garden recipes to make at home! Copycat recipes for tiramisu, zuppa toscana, alfredo sauce, chicken scampi, and more!
Olive Garden 5 Cheese Ziti is loaded with cheese and layered with Marinara and Alfredo Sauce. This gooey cheesy copycat dish is simple to prepare but so hearty and delicious.
If you love buttery, garlic breadsticks, then you will swoon for this Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks recipe. Simple to make & tastes just like your favorite Italian restaurant.
This copycat Olive Garden Ravioli Carbonara recipe is your golden ticket to creamy, cheesy bliss, packed with all the good stuff – cheese, bacon, and more cheese! This easy family-friendly recipe is a foolproof way to impress everyone from your picky eater to your foodie friend. Plus, it’s so quick to whip up, you’ll spend less time cooking and more time digging in!
The succulent chicken introduces a savory twist, elevating the dish to a symphony of taste that echoes the heart of Italy.
This easy Italian copycat olive garden shrimp scampi made in less than 15 minutes consist of juicy shrimp, seasonings, garlic, butter, tossed with Angel Hair pasta.
This Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Scampi recipe is just like the real thing! Chicken tenders are tossed with bell peppers and onion in a scampi sauce with pasta.
Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce is an irresistible creamy parmesan cheese sauce with a hint of garlic over fettuccini.
This Zuppa Toscana soup recipe (inspired by The Olive Garden) is quick and easy to make, naturally gluten-free, and SO comforting and delicious! Stovetop, slow cooker and Instant Pot (pressure cooker) instructions included.
Olive Garden Giant Cheese Stuffed Shells are one of their most popular dishes! Filled with four cheeses and topped with marinara and alfredo sauce – everyone will love it!
Olive Garden Toasted Ravioli is a dish that is loved by so many people. You can make this appetizer easily at home by using a package of ravioli.
Crispy lettuce, fresh vegetables and a homemade creamy Italian dressing will make this copycat Olive garden salad recipe your new favorite salad to make at home.
Olive Garden Mango Strawberry Tea is a delicious and refreshing beverage that is perfect for a hot summer day. This recipe is a great way to enjoy the sweet flavors of the season while also getting a boost of antioxidants from the tea.
Crispy Chicken Fritta is a favorite Olive Garden dish! Perfectly fried, parmesan-crusted chicken served over a bed of creamy fettuccini with a homemade (and simple!) alfredo-inspired sauce.
Are you looking for a quick recipe that can be made in about 30 minutes and is perfect for a cold wintery evening? If you answered yes, try this copycat Olive Garden Pasta Fagioli soup recipe.
Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup copycat is every bit as creamy and delicious as the restaurant version, made in less than 30 minutes!
Lasagna is definitely a dish that doesn’t require much introduction, but when it comes to Olive Garden Lasagna Classico, it takes this traditional Italian dish to a whole new level.
With this easy recipe, you can create a delicious dish that’s even better than the restaurant, right from the comfort of your home!
Cheese filled noodles – breaded, fried and dipped in alfredo & marinara – yum!
This Copycat Olive Garden Lemon Cream Cake is easy, delicious, and so refreshing. It’s one of our favorite desserts, and making the entire cake costs less than a single slice at Olive Garden!
What’s not to love about some hot, ooey-gooey cheese dip?
This Olive Garden Chicken Piccata copycat tastes as same as the original if not better. Seared chicken breasts are topped with a lemon garlic butter sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and capers.
Olive Garden's copycat Chicken Margherita made with grilled chicken breasts topped with fresh grape tomatoes, mozzarella, basil pesto and a lemon garlic sauce.
Olive Garden Chocolate Brownie Lasagna has delicious layers of brownies and cream cheese. This copycat Olive Garden recipe is so decadent with cream cheese filling.
This Olive Garden Tiramisu recipe recreates the classic Italian dessert we all know and love. This tiramisù features delicious espresso-soaked ladyfingers topped with a thick layer of creamy mascarpone custard. it’s the perfect dessert for an Italian feast!
Olive Garden Chicken Parmigiana is an incredibly delicious Italian meal. Chicken cutlets are breaded, fried, and then baked with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese.
