23 High Protein Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner

Protein is all the rage and while it’s been an important macronutrient for a long time, we can’t seem to get enough of it right now. Ideally, you’ll spread protein out throughout all of your meals and snacks and here are some delicious ways to make it happen.

Healthy Turkey Meatloaf

This healthy turkey meatloaf recipe is proof that comfort food can be both healthy and hearty! This lighter take on classic meatloaf also has some (not-so) secret veggies mixed right in, making it a delicious way to eat some extra veggies. It’s cheesy, juicy, super flavorful, and perfect for a comforting dinner that’s easy to make and so versatile.

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Turkey Taco Chili

Two bowls of chili topped with sour cream. — Photo Credit: Wholefully.

Adding lean ground turkey to a pot of chili is a delicious idea. This recipe is so easy; you make it in your slow cooker and add a shortcut ingredient with corn, beans, ground turkey and crushed tomatoes for the best easy chili. You will want to serve bowls of turkey taco chili with sour cream, cheese and tortilla chips.

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Southwest Salad

The classic southwest salad gets a modern makeover! Greens are topped with spiced chickpeas, tomatoes, grilled chicken, sharp cheddar, guacamole, and tortilla chips so that each bite is full of flavor. You can make a few of the components ahead for an even quicker meal.

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High-Protein Breakfast Meal Prep

Whether you’re taking breakfast on the go, have minimal time in the morning to pull something together, or you just want to ensure you’re eating a nourishing meal between meetings in your home office, this high-protein breakfast meal prep is the answer! Each box has 40 grams of protein and almost 20 grams of fiber.

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Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili

turkey black bean chili — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This slow cooker butternut squash chili recipe is exactly what you need to make the next time you find yourself craving something nutritious, delicious, and super filling. It has a delicious sweet and savory flavor and is easily customizable when served with a variety of toppings.

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Best Chicken Salad

The best part of this rotisserie chicken salad recipe? The TEXTURE! Instead of big chunks of chicken and celery, everything is processed together into a pate-like texture that is absolutely perfect. It’s perfect scooped up with crackers and fresh vegetables, stuffed into tomatoes, or in between two slices of good bread for a classic sandwich.

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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki

A plate of teriyaki chicken over greens. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

If you are craving takeout at home, try this slow-cooker recipe for chicken teriyaki! You’ll have a flavorful and easy dinner waiting for you – with minimal work. The chicken is coated in a jarred teriyaki sauce for a true dump-and-go recipe! Serve with rice and a veggie and dinner is done.

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Healthy Yogurt Parfaits

This Greek yogurt parfait is an easy and healthy breakfast, ready in just 5 minutes, made with simple ingredients. These homemade parfaits have nourishing layers of protein-rich Greek yogurt, soaked chia seeds for extra protein and fiber, fresh fruit, some crunchy granola or cereal, and a drizzle of honey if desired.

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Crockpot Salsa Chicken

chicken and salsa — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This crockpot salsa chicken is easy, versatile, and incredibly flavorful! Made with just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, let the slow cooker do the rest of the work. You’ll have flavorful and juicy chicken for tacos, salads, bowls, and more. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe is as delicious as it is effortless.

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Juicy Turkey Burgers

A juicy turkey burger on a loaded bun, from the air fryer. — Photo Credit: Basics With Bails.

Let your air fryer do the work to make the best juicy turkey burgers. This recipe features Greek flavors like spinach, feta cheese, and tzatziki for topping. They are incredibly easy to prepare and deliver tasty results every time.

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Healthy Orange Chicken

This orange chicken is a flavorful and takeout-inspired meal. Bright citrus flavor and a tangy sauce make this chicken dinner a meal that everyone will enjoy and ask to have again and again. It’s ready in just 30 minutes, made with everyday ingredients, and contains all the components I look for in a healthy meal – protein, produce, carbs, and flavor!

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Mexican Picadillo

Ground beef, potatoes, tomato sauce, and chiles all come together for a quick, flavorful, and inexpensive dinner that your family will love. Serve it as a main dish over rice, or use it to make nachos or tacos.

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Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Make this crockpot chicken and potatoes for a cozy dinner any night of the week. This recipe uses flavorful (and budget-friendly) chicken thighs and baby potatoes for a filling and satisfying meal. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal that is ready when you get home from work.

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Quinoa Black Bean Salad

Best Black Bean Quinoa Salad Recipe — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This black bean quinoa salad recipe should be on the top of your recipes-to-make list! It’s light and bright, satisfying and nutritious, and loaded with plant-based protein and fiber, all with tons of layered flavor. Because it can be made ahead, it’s a great salad for everything from picnics to summer cookouts to healthy meal prep salads to get you through the week.

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Sausage Breakfast Burritos

Treat everyone to these delicious sausage breakfast burritos. They’re really tasty, and you can customize the fillings and toppings.

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Crockpot Shredded Beef

shredded beef in a slow cooker — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This shredded beef recipe is so versatile that you will want to make it time and time again. Top tacos with it, make sandwiches piled high with shredded beef, make some epic nachos, or add it to beef stew. The possibilities are endless, and you are sure to enjoy all of the options!

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Sheet Pan Shrimp and Sausage

A sheet pan with peppers, yellow squash and shrimp. — Photo Credit: xoxo Bella.

Sheet pan dinners are a time saver for busy nights and this recipe is destined to be a favorite with your family. Succulent shrimp, savory sausage slices, and veggies like yellow squash, green beans, and red peppers are the perfect combination for an easy and filling dinner that comes together in 35 minutes. Serve with crusty bread on the side.

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Cheesy Ground Turkey Pasta

Pasta, cheese, tomatoes, and ground turkey come together to make a great dinner your family will request on repeat. Made with simple ingredients and ready in less than 45 minutes, this easy dinner always hits the spot. Serve with a simple salad for some extra veggies on the side.

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Mediterranean Dense Bean Salad

When you’re in the mood for a salad that’s incredibly delicious, fun to eat, and super nutritious, this garbanzo bean salad is what you’re going to want to make! Made with crunchy and fresh veggies, satisfying garbanzo beans, and a homemade vinaigrette, this salad can be prepped ahead for quick and healthy lunches or served as a side dish to your favorite protein.

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Whipped Cottage Cheese

Whipping your cottage cheese elevates the flavor and the texture of this simple ingredient. It becomes light, fluffy, smooth, and creamy. You can serve it spread on toast, bagels, or pita bread with your favorite toppings.

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Shrimp Fajitas

A platter of tortillas, shrimp, peppers and lettuce. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

Not only is this meal nutritious and delicious, but it’s also totally easy to make, making it a great option for weeknight dinners. Shrimp is seasoned with a homemade fajita seasoning blend and cooks with bell peppers, onions, and garlic for maximum flavor. Put out a bunch of fresh toppings like lettuce, pico de Gallo, and sour cream and let everyone build their own fajita.

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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo

A skillet of Tuscan chicken with orzo. — Photo Credit: xoxo Bella.

This creamy Tuscan chicken orzo makes an incredible one-pot meal with major flavor you’d expect from a restaurant. Everything comes together in about 45 minutes, making it surprisingly quick and easy too. Serve with some crusty bread or garlic bread to ensure you don’t let any of that sauce go to waste.

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Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

If you need a quick weeknight easy beef dinner you’ll love this ground beef skillet recipe. It’s ready in a flash and packed with flavor, protein, and veggies – all made in a single pan. You’ll find yourself making this recipe again and again.

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