26 California Pizza Kitchen Copycat Recipes

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26 California Pizza Kitchen Copycat Recipes1/25 Inspired by: California Cobb Salad 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Classic Cobb Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for Classic Cobb Salad From the Recipe Creator: Making this salad is a lot like putting in a garden. I plant everything in nice, neat sections, just as I do with seedlings. —Patricia Kile, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 260 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 148mg cholesterol, 586mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2

vegetable, 2 fat

vegetable, 2 fat. 2/25 Inspired by: Crispy Fish Tacos 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for Fantastic Fish Tacos From the Recipe Creator: Searching for a lighter alternative to traditional fried fish, I came up with this crispy, crunchy fish tacos recipe. It’s a hit with friends and family. —Jennifer Palmer, Rancho Cucamonga, California Nutrition Facts: 1 taco: 350 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 144mg cholesterol, 632mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat. 3/25 Inspired

For him to comment on a poultry dish is rare

by: Garlic Cream Fettuccine with Chicken 31 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Four-Cheese Chicken Fettuccine Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Get Our Recipe for Four-Cheese Chicken Fettuccine From the Recipe Creator: As a cattle rancher, my husband’s a big fan of beef. For him to comment on a poultry dish is rare. But he always tells me, “I love this casserole!” I first tasted it at a potluck; now, I fix it for my family (we have a 3-year-old daughter) once or twice a month, and I’m asked to take it

to most every get-together

to most every get-together. —Rochelle Brownlee, Big Timber, Montana Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 641 calories, 47g fat (27g saturated fat), 167mg cholesterol, 895mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. 4/25 Chicken Lettuce Wraps 33 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe 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 Nutrition Facts: 2 wraps: 230 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 fat

fat), 63mg cholesterol, 278mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 fat. 5/25 Inspired by: Baked Potato Soup 53 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Favorite Baked Potato Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 10 servings Get Our Recipe for Favorite Baked Potato Soup From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I enjoyed a delicious baked potato soup at a restaurant while on vacation and I came home determined to duplicate the flavor. It took me five years to get the taste right! —Joann

I fix this crispy, savory pizza for my family often, and

Goetz, Genoa, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 469 calories, 28g fat (17g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 563mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. 6/25 Inspired by: Pepperoni Pizza 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pepperoni Pan Pizza Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 pizzas (9 pieces each) Get Our Recipe for Pepperoni Pan Pizza From the Recipe Creator: I’ve spent years trying to come up with the perfect pizza crust and sauce, and they’re paired up in this recipe. I fix this crispy, savory pizza for my family often, and

it really satisfies my husband and sons

it really satisfies my husband and sons. —Susan Lindahl, Alford, Florida Nutrition Facts: 2 pieces: 460 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1096mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. 7/25 Inspired by: White Corn Guacamole + Chips 26 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Avocado Salsa Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 7 cups Get Our Recipe for Avocado Salsa From the Recipe Creator: I was planning a party and thought it might be fun to try a different kind of avocado salsa. This recipe was an absolute success.

Scoop it up with chips, spoon it over chicken or steak, or eat it on its own!

Scoop it up with chips, spoon it over chicken or steak, or eat it on its own! —Susan Vandermeer, Ogden, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 82 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 85mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat. 8/25 Inspired by: Cedar Plank Salmon 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Citrus Salmon Fillets with Salsa Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for Citrus Salmon Fillets with Salsa From the Recipe Creator: Take lemony salmon fillets to the next level with a

fresh, colorful homemade salsa

fresh, colorful homemade salsa. Just add a simple side of rice for a complete dinner. —Tiffany Hartpence, Lander, WY Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 357 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 479mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein. 9/25 Inspired by: Strawberry Shortcake 73 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Shortcake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 9 servings Get Our Recipe for Strawberry Shortcake From the Recipe Creator: I grew up helping my mom make a lot in our farmhouse kitchen; strawberry shortcakes, roasts, soups and pies. This sunny

strawberry shortcake recipe brings back memories of family summers on the farm

strawberry shortcake recipe brings back memories of family summers on the farm. —Janet Becker, Anacortes, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 231 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 10/25 Inspired by: Hawaiian Pizza 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Get Our Recipe for Big Kahuna Pizza From the Recipe Creator: A prebaked pizza crust and refrigerated barbecued pork make this tasty supper idea super fast and super easy. Cut into bite-sized pieces, and it can double as a

great last-minute appetizer, too!

great last-minute appetizer, too! —Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 343 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 856mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. 11/25 Inspired by: Fire-Grilled Ribeye 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Grilled Ribeye with Garlic Blue Cheese Mustard Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for Grilled Ribeye with Garlic Blue Cheese Mustard Sauce From the Recipe Creator: This simple steak gets a big flavor boost from two of my favorites: mustard and blue cheese. My husband and

I make this recipe to celebrate our anniversary each year!

I make this recipe to celebrate our anniversary each year! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/2 steak with 3 tablespoons sauce: 547 calories, 39g fat (17g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 1088mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein. 12/25 Inspired by: Mexican Street Corn 21 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mexican Street Corn Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Get Our Recipe for Mexican Street Corn Bake From the Recipe Creator: We discovered Mexican street corn at a festival. This easy one-pan version saves on prep and

cleanup. Every August I freeze a lot of our own fresh sweet corn and then I use that in this recipe, but store-bought corn works just as well. —Erin Wright, Wallace, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 391 calories, 30g fat (5g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 423mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. 13/25 Inspired by: The Works Pizza 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Dad’s Favorite Pizza Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 slices Get Our Recipe for Dad’s Favorite Pizza From the Recipe Creator: Our daughter, Stephanie, makes this pizza for

her dad whenever he has a craving for it

her dad whenever he has a craving for it. Meat eaters will definitely get their fill with a slice of this deep-dish delight.—Nancy Jo Leffler, DePauw, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 596 calories, 34g fat (16g saturated fat), 176mg cholesterol, 1815mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein. 14/25 Inspired by: Roasted Veggie Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Root Vegetables Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Get Our Recipe for Roasted Root Vegetables From the Recipe Creator: Pleasantly seasoned with rosemary and garlic, this appealing side dish showcases good-for-you

roasted turnips, carrots and potatoes

roasted turnips, carrots and potatoes. It’s a nice homey addition to our family’s holiday meal. —Kerry Sullivan, Maitland, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 55 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 15/25 Inspired by: Hearth-Roasted Halibut 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Blackened Halibut Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for Blackened Halibut From the Recipe Creator: Try serving this spicy halibut recipe with garlic mashed potatoes, hot, crusty bread and a

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