A collection of the BEST high protein dinners that are easy, filling and delicious! Meat and chicken, tofu and vegetarian options too!
Protein has been a big topic in our house for the past few years – it started with my husband wanting to change some of his eating habits and overall health, but it also got me thinking about my protein intake. When I can find easy dinners and also packed with protein, it feels like the best kind of victory.
These dinners are quick, simple, and full of good things that make me feel full and happy. If you’re looking for a little high protein dinner inspiration, here are some of my favorites!
High protein dinner recipes
Lemongrass Broth Chicken with Yellow Curry Chicken
Lemongrass, ginger, shallots and lime zest! These broth bowls have got it all: sweet broth, smooth rice, protein, and fresh herbs.
Banza Chicken Pots with Calabrian Chili Sauce
This container has it all! Crunchy tomato cucumber salad, thin slices of chilled red onion, golden fryer chicken cut into tender strips, a big pile of perfectly chewy Banza and a dollop of Calabrian chili sauce on top.
Miso Peanut Ramen Bowls
Sweet and creamy savory broth spooned into bowls with noodles, crunchy shredded tofu and fresh vegetables! These ramen bowls are SO GOOD.
Delicious Salmon Burgers with Slaw
These salmon burgers are the DELICIOUS! and made only five ingredients. Best for a quick and easy high protein lunch or dinner.
Sesame Beef and Broccoli
Sesame beef and broccoli! Packed with protein, green broccoli and the delicious flavor of garlic and ginger. Perfect to take at home!
Ridiculously good Air Fryer chicken breast
My daily air fryer chicken! Thinly sliced chicken breast pieces, covered in maximum spices, plus a little brown sugar and cornstarch, and air-fried to juicy golden perfection.
Page Pan Jambalaya
Sheet Pan Jambalaya: Maximum flavor, minimal dishes. Sausage, pepper, onion, shrimp and cauliflower rice roasted in a pan. Great taste, easy dinner!
Cilantro Lime Chicken and Lentil Rice Bowls
15 Minute Meal Prep Cilantro Lime Chicken and Lentils! The BEST easy-to-prepare protein-packed meals. It only takes 15 minutes to prepare and is completely hands-free!
Peanut Tofu Bowls
These Spicy Peanut Tofu Bowls are a meal prep / weeknight dinner saver! Crispy tofu, roasted vegetables, juicy rice and sweet peanut sauce on top.
Crockpot Chicken Casserole with Yellow Rice and Cilantro Pesto
Shredded chicken, yellow rice, pickled onions, greens and cilantro pesto on top. It is a delight of flavors and colors!
Cheese Cheese Pizza
The cheese pizza crust is ridiculous. 4 ingredients, 20 minutes, and really chewy, crunchy and delicious.
Hamburger buns with house sauce and ranch fries
Hamburger in a bowl! Ranch seasoned fries with a burger patty and all the fixings, topped with a drizzle of homemade salsa!
Instant Pot Red Curry Lentils
Guess what’s for dinner? Creamy, spicy and delicious red curry lentils made in the Instant Pot.
Perfect baked salmon with lentil and lemon herb sauce
Perfect baked salmon with lentils, quinoa and lemon herb sauce – super healthy, high protein, all baked in one big, easy dish. This stuff is SO SWEET!
Super delicious chicken salad
This chicken salad is so good! Packed with protein with a sweet cream, perfect for a lunch on the go in a sandwich or wrap.
Red curry fried chicken with cashew sauce
Caramelized red curry chicken sits next to a bed of steaming hot rice and steamed broccoli, then drizzled with the best spicy cashew sauce. Phew, this is so good.
Crispy Air Fryer Tofu
The Crispiest Tofu Fryer – In 15 Minutes! Super easy, incredibly versatile, and a total weeknight.
Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa
Super easy salmon tacos filled with mango, sweet corn and cucumber sauce!
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Winner, winner, Chicken Omelet Soup Dinner! Tender chicken thighs, creamy pinto beans, garlic and onion, crushed tomato, jalapeño pepper, crushed tomato and ALL the toppings.
Air fryer salmon is ridiculously good
My salmon recipe is perfect every time! Crispy and golden on the outside, buttery and juicy on the inside, and made from start to finish in 15 minutes.
Chipotle Salmon with Orange Salsa and Aji Verde
Sweet and smoky chipotle salmon with fresh orange salsa and creamy aji greens! An easy, delicious restaurant-grade salmon dinner.
Orange cilantro chicken with rice and beans
This Golden Cilantro Orange Chicken is so flavorful, fried to golden brown perfection, and finger licking good! Served with rice, beans and a quick homemade pineapple dip.
Yummy Air Fryer Chicken Deals
These air fryer chicken strips are a favorite in our house! Golden, hot and crispy with your favorite sauce on the side!
Sheet Chicken Pita with Tzatziki
One part bowl, one part salad, one part sandwich folded into whatever bread you want, and I’m here for it all the way.
Thai inspired shredded chicken salad
This simple chopped Thai chicken salad has BIG flavor: peanuts, lime, soy, chili, cilantro. Top with a homemade peanut butter dressing! Healthy and fresh.
Ricotta Meatballs with Crispy Topping
These Ricotta Meatballs are an easy and delicious family favorite! Tender and juicy homemade meatballs with a dollop of good marinara and a crisp finish. THIS!
Chicken Teriyaki Burgers with Sesame Slaw
These Chicken Teriyaki Burgers are incredibly simple, yet ridiculously delicious. Caramelized burgers that are fried in minutes, topped with a pile of sesame slaw and a perfectly toasted bun. UU
Chicken with Coconut Kale
Golden, juicy, thinly sliced pan-fried chicken swims in a creamy coconut kale sauce with shallots and a hint of heat. Very easy, minimal ingredients!
Salmon fillet with dill potatoes
Simple and delicious salmon and potatoes pan roasted and covered in garlic dill butter sauce! One of my family’s favorite dinners.
Spicy Sofritas Tofu
Sofritas Spicy Tofu, like homemade Chipotle! Think hot peppers, garlic, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro in a flavorful fiery sauce for your tofu!
The best Chicken Tinga Tacos
These Chicken Tinga Tacos are the BEST! Sauce, spicy, real food perfection.
Crispy Buffalo Tofu with Caesar Salad
This Buffalo Tofu is SO EASY! A two-ingredient dip with crispy air-fried tofu, topped with a kale Caesar salad.
Thai Peanut Chicken Bowls
I love a shortcut dinner hack! These bowls feature caramelized peanut chicken, vermicelli noodles, fresh herbs and cucumber salad, and peanut sauce.
Honey Chipotle Chicken Tapas
These chicken skewers are a family favorite! Very easy, deliciously smoky, nice and sweet, with good spice and bite. Air fryer, grill and oven friendly!
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle Sauce
Sweet potatoes roasted with creamy chipotle sauce, spicy chicken, avocado, cilantro and pickled onions. My family loves them!
The best baked chicken meatballs ever
These Baked Chicken Meatballs are the BEST! The perfect accompaniment to any meal or to eat on its own. Bonus: they’re meal prep friendly to keep you stocked up all week!
Buffalo chicken burgers with whipped feta
Easy and Amazing Buffalo Chicken Burgers! Stacked with crunchy lettuce, spread with whipped feta, sitting on a toasted brioche bun.
Chicken Shawarma with Lemon Rice
Easy Trader Joe’s chicken shawarma bowls with lemon rice, crispy cabbage and feta sauce. Quick, tasty and perfect for weeknights!
Chipotle chicken with pistachio sauce
Smoked chipotle chicken grilled to perfection with a fun salsa featuring pistachios, avocado, lime and chives! This is so good!
Chili Crunch Tofu
Crispy baked tofu tossed with a sweet, sticky, and spicy 2-ingredient chili sauce!
