If you love the flavor of Lawry’s but want more control over what goes into your food, these nine copycat recipes are for you. Each one comes together in 5 to 15 minutes with pantry staples, and you can adjust the salt, sugar, and heat to suit your family.
I’ve grouped them into two sets: dry seasonings you can keep in a jar for weeks, and wet marinades you can whisk together right before dinner. Bookmark this page and you’ll never need to grab a bottle at the store again.
Copycat Lawry’s Seasoning Blends
These dry blends take about 5 minutes to mix and store well in an airtight jar. Make a double batch so you always have some on hand.
1. Copycat Lawry’s Seasoned Salt (5-Minute Homemade Recipe)
The one that started it all. This all-purpose blend of salt, sugar, paprika, and savory spices tastes great on burgers, chicken, roasted vegetables, and even popcorn. Once you make it yourself, you’ll reach for it every night.
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2. Copycat Lawry’s Taco Seasoning Recipe (5 Minutes)
Skip the packet and stir up your own taco seasoning in minutes. It’s perfect for ground beef, turkey, or chicken tacos, and you can dial the chili heat up or down for the kids.
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3. Lawry’s French Fry Seasoning Recipe
Turn plain fries into restaurant-style fries with this savory sprinkle. Toss it on air fryer fries, oven wedges, tater tots, or roasted potatoes right after they come out hot.
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Copycat Lawry’s Marinades
Each marinade whisks together in 15 minutes or less. Use them on chicken, pork, steak, shrimp, or tofu, then grill, bake, or air fry.
4. Copycat Lawry’s Baja Chipotle Marinade (5-Minute Recipe)
Smoky, tangy, and just spicy enough, this marinade brings a Southwest kick to chicken, steak, and shrimp. It’s ideal for fajitas, burrito bowls, and grilled tacos.
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5. Copycat Lawry’s Hawaiian With Tropical Fruit Juices Marinade
Sweet tropical fruit juices meet savory soy for a marinade that tastes like a backyard luau. Try it on chicken thighs, pork chops, or kebabs with pineapple chunks.
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6. Copycat Lawry’s Teriyaki with Pineapple Juice Marinade
A classic sweet-and-savory teriyaki brightened with pineapple juice. It’s great for chicken, salmon, and beef stir-fry, and it doubles as a glaze when you simmer it down.
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7. Copycat Lawry’s Hickory Brown Sugar Marinade (15 Min)
Rich brown sugar and hickory smoke give you barbecue flavor without firing up a smoker. Use it on pork tenderloin, ribs, chicken, or burgers.
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8. Copycat Lawry’s Honey Bourbon Marinade (Sweet, Smoky & Ready in 15 Minutes)
Honey and bourbon create a sticky, caramelized finish on everything they touch. This one is a favorite for chicken wings, pork chops, and steak tips.
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9. Copycat Lawry’s Lemon Pepper Marinade (Bright, Zesty & Ready in 15 Minutes)
Fresh lemon and cracked black pepper make a light, zesty marinade that keeps chicken and seafood juicy. It’s perfect for weeknight chicken breasts, shrimp skewers, and white fish.
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Storage Tips
- Dry seasonings: Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dark cupboard. They taste best within about 6 months.
- Marinades: Keep covered in the refrigerator and use within about a week. Never reuse marinade that has touched raw meat unless you boil it first.
- Label everything: A strip of masking tape with the name and date saves guesswork later.
FAQ
Are these copycat recipes cheaper than buying Lawry’s? Usually, yes. Most ingredients are pantry staples you already own, so each batch costs very little.
Can I make them lower in sodium or sugar? Absolutely. That’s one of the best parts of making them at home. Reduce the salt or sweetener to taste and adjust from there.
How long should I marinate meat? Chicken and pork do well in 30 minutes to 4 hours. Seafood needs only 15 to 30 minutes, especially with citrus-based marinades like the lemon pepper.
Can I use these in the air fryer? Yes. Every marinade and seasoning here works beautifully with air fryer chicken, fries, vegetables, and more.
Final Thoughts
With these nine copycat Lawry’s recipes, you can recreate your favorite flavors at home in minutes. Start with the seasoned salt, then work your way through the marinades. Which one will you try first? Let me know in the comments below!
