23 High-Protein Recipes the Whole Family Will Love
Dinner is one of the easiest times to fit in a high-protein meal, almost without trying! These dinners are made for busy weeknights and use simple ingredients and no-fuss effort. From chicken favorites to salads to beef stir-fries we have something for everyone. Bonus: these are family-approved meals!
Shrimp Fajitas
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.
Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Fajitas.
Greek Salad with Chicken
If you’re looking for a refreshing and hearty meal, the Greek salad with chicken is the way to go. This classic dish combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and Kalamata olives, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Serve it with warm pita bread for scooping, a side of creamy tzatziki for extra flavor.
Get the Recipe: Greek Salad with Chicken.
Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry
This 20-minute stir fry makes a great weeknight dinner. The sweet and savory chunks of chicken taste just as good as the dish from your local Chinese restaurant. Serve it over rice or with stir-fried veggies for a take-out fake-out dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry.
Ground Turkey Tacos
Taco night is here, let’s make something fresh and new! These ground turkey tacos are the perfect combo of bright and fresh flavors and simple ingredients, making them a delicious (and easy!) option for busy weeknights. Ground turkey is seasoned with a mix of spices and simmered with salsa to add another layer of flavor for juicy and delicious taco meat every time.
Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Tacos.
Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry
Thinly sliced steak is cooked to perfection and bites of crisp and tender broccoli are coated in a deliciously glossy sauce that is sweet, savory, and balanced that brings everything together. This beef and broccoli is made with simple ingredients and can be prepped in just 15 minutes, which is why we love it on busy weeknights, and given all of the rave reviews on my original steak stir-fry, I know your family will, too!
Get the Recipe: Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry.
Simple Grilled Shrimp Kabobs
These grilled shrimp kabobs are simply delicious, easy to make, cook quickly, look beautiful, and are nutritious to boot. Because we’re keeping the flavors really simple with these shrimp skewers, they make a great party appetizer or can be served as a main course with your favorite sides.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Shrimp Kabobs.
Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet
You won’t believe how quickly this taco skillet comes together. With a nutritious combination of protein and fiber thanks to the ground turkey, beans, corn, and cheese this is one satisfying dish and it’s delicious scooped up with mini bell peppers and tortilla chips. Let everyone add their own toppings like sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet.
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
If my kids had to pick an all-time favorite meal, this is it. Our homemade spaghetti with meat sauce features a slow-simmered, rich tomato meat sauce made with perfectly browned ground beef, Italian sausage, a balanced tomato sauce, and traditional Italian seasonings. Serve with al dente spaghetti, a salad, and garlic bread.
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce.
Ground Turkey Stir Fry
Looking for a quick and healthy dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor? This easy ground turkey stir-fry recipe is it! This easy dinner comes together in less than 30 minutes and is packed with protein, loaded with broccoli, and gets major flavor from a sweet and savory stir-fry sauce that’s made with pantry staples.
Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Stir Fry.
Shrimp Scampi Foil Packs
These simple shrimp scampi foil packs are a great idea if you’re looking for meals to cook over a campfire. They’re so garlicky and lemony!
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Scampi Foil Packs.
Crispy Baked Quesadillas
These baked quesadillas are easy and cheesy with plenty of tender chicken tucked between crispy baked shells. It’s a great way to make quesadillas for a crowd as you no longer need to babysit the stove! The recipe calls for chicken, but you could swap it for cooked ground beef, black beans, or fajita veggies instead if desired.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Baked Quesadillas.
Easy Salmon Caesar Salad
This simple Caesar salmon salad is a quick and delicious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. You can have it on the dinner table in just about 30 minutes, and the whole family is sure to enjoy it! Pair with freshly baked bread or a bowl of soup for a filling and tasty meal that is ready in a flash.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Caesar Salad.
Big Mac Salad
Skip the drive-thru and get the flavor you crave, at home. This recipe has Big Mac-inspired flavor in each bite, but with a lighter and fresher flavor. Serve with fries for a delicious and nutritious main course dinner salad.
Get the Recipe: Big Mac Salad.
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!
Get the Recipe: Orange Chicken.
Chili-Spiced Chicken Tostadas
There is a lot to love about these chicken tostadas! It’s a quick and easy meal; made with simple ingredients; and served up DIY-style which is helpful if you’re serving this meal to kids. Just put out all of the toppings and let everyone build their own perfect tostada.
Get the Recipe: Easy Chili-Spiced Chicken Tostadas.
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.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Meatloaf.
Classic Taco Salad
If you love a classic taco salad, you will always be happy to see this recipe on the menu. It’s quick, easy, and always hits the spot. Ground beef cooks super fast, making it a great weeknight option.
Get the Recipe: Easy Taco Salad.
Mediterranean Mahi Mahi
Take your seafood dishes up a notch with this Mediterranean mahi mahi recipe! The flaky fish is baked with a flavorful medley of tomatoes, olives, and capers, creating a dish bursting with rich Mediterranean flavors. Enjoy them with a roasted vegetables or a crisp Greek salad.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Mahi Mahi.
Fajita Chicken Burrito
Can’t decide between chicken fajitas or a delicious burrito for dinner? Don’t choose and just combine the two! You can have these filling, and delicious fajita chicken burritos inspired by our favorite fast-casual Mexican restaurant.
Get the Recipe: Fajita Chicken Burrito.
Flank Steak Pinwheels
When you are looking for a delicious beef dinner that the whole family will love, give these flank steak pinwheels a try! Flank steak is stuffed with Parmesan cheese, pesto, prosciutto, and spinach for a hearty and flavorful meal that’s perfect for special occasions or a fun weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Flank Steak Pinwheels.
Shrimp Quesadillas
This shrimp quesadilla has two cheesy layers, slightly spiced shrimp, and a crispy tortilla to hold it all together. Serve the shrimp quesadillas with a side of refried beans and a lot of fresh toppings on the table. It’s quick and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Quesadilla.
Panko-Crusted Salmon
Tender and flaky salmon is topped with a mustard mixture to impart flavor and keep it from drying out, and then is topped with panko breadcrumbs that add a golden brown layer of crunch. It’s a family favorite. Not only is this oven-baked salmon recipe easy, but it’s also made with simple ingredients (just like crispy baked cod), ready in 20 minutes, and super delicious!
Get the Recipe: Panko Salmon.
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.
Get the Recipe: Southwest Salad.
