These High Protein Dinner Recipes each have at least 30g of protein per serving. They are the perfect thing to keep you full and satisfied all night long!
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You’ll Learn: How to pack 30g+ protein into dinners that keep you full and energized
Worth It: 30 satisfying recipes perfect for weeknights or meal prep
Bonus: One-pan, crockpot, and air fryer options for faster cook time and easy cleanup
Why should I Prioritize high protein Meals?
- Stay fuller longer – protein is a very satiating macronutrient. There is much debate about how much protein we should eat each day, but I find that if I eat at least 30g of protein per meal I stay fuller for longer.
- Great for meal prep – these high protein recipes all reheat perfectly making them great for meal prep. I like to make one for dinner and save the extra servings for lunch the next day.
- Avoid late night snacking – Prioritizing a healthy high protein dinner helps me avoid eating excess late night snacks. I find that if my dinner is filling and full of protein, I make practical dessert choices without overrating on sugar.
High Protein Dinner Recipes that Are perfect for keeping you full and satisfied
1. Crockpot Chicken and Peppers – 31g of protein per serving
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Crockpot Chicken and Peppers
Make this Crockpot Chicken and Peppers recipe for an easy and flavorful meal prepped dinner.
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2. High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese – 34g of protein per serving
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High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
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3. Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo pasta – 38g of protein per serving
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Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta
Make this chicken and broccoli alfredo for a quick and easy weeknight meal!
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4. Chicken Orzo Bake – 33g of protein per serving
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5. High Protein Baked Manicotti – 37g of protein per serving
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High Protein Baked Manicotti
This high protein baked manicotti is a perfect meal for the whole family.
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6. High Protein Chili Mac Recipe – 30g of protein per serving
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High Protein Chili Mac Recipe
Make this high protein chili mac recipe for a delicious weeknight meal!
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7. Chicken Taco Soup – 35g of protein per serving
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8. Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs – 42g of protein per serving
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Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
Make tender and delicious air fryer turkey meatballs in less than 30 minutes!
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9. One Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo – 45g of protein per serving
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One Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo
Make this one pot lemon chicken orzo for a quick and easy weeknight meal!
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10. Air Fryer Salmon and Veggies – 38g of protein per serving
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Air Fryer Salmon and Veggies
Make a full salmon and veggie meal in the air fryer with this simple recipe!
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11. Sheet pan Mustard Chicken and Veggies – 36g of protein per serving
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Sheet Pan Mustard Chicken and Veggies
Mustard chicken thighs and veggies cooked on a sheet pan
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12. Air Fryer Salmon Bites – 38g of protein per serving
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Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Make these air fryer salmon bites for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
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13. Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry – 35g of protein per serving
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Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry
Saute chicken thighs, onion and celery in a savory black pepper sauce
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14. Skillet Enchiladas – 35g of protein per serving
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15. Turkey Meatloaf recipe – 31g of protein per serving
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16. Caprese Chicken Skillet – 32g of protein per serving
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17. One skillet Orzo Chicken and Mushrooms – 34g of protein per serving
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One Skillet Orzo Chicken and Mushrooms
Chicken and mushrooms cooked in a skillet with orzo
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18. Sheet pan chicken and gnocchi – 33g of protein per serving
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Sheet Pan Chicken and Gnocchi
Bake chicken and gnocchi with a tomato sauce and cheese for a simple sheet pan dinner.
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19. Bruschetta Chicken Bake – 38g of protein per serving
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Bruschetta Chicken Bake
Bake chicken breasts with a delicious homemade bruschetta
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20. Sheet Pan Tomato and Artichoke Chicken – 39g of protein per serving
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Sheet Pan Tomato and Artichoke Chicken
Make this easy artichoke chicken bake for a healthy weeknight dinner
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21. Sweet and Sour Chicken Meatballs – 32g of protein per serving
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Sweet and Sour Chicken Meatballs
Delicious and tender chicken meatballs in a stick sweet and sour sauce
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22. Pesto Baked Turkey Meatballs – 49g of protein per serving
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Pesto Baked Turkey Meatballs
Baked turkey meatballs made with pesto sauce and mozzarella cheese.
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23. Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Meatballs – 33g of protein per serving
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Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Meatballs
Delicious mozzarella stuffed meatballs baked in the oven and tossed in marinara sauce
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24. Simple Sheet Pan Salmon – 41g of protein per serving
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Simple Sheet Pan Salmon
Whole30 friendly simple sheet pan salmon and veggie meal
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23. Takeout Style Beef and Broccoli – 39g of protein per serving
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Takeout Style Beef and Broccoli
A healthy beef and broccoli recipe that gives you the taste of takeout in your own home.
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26. Easy Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry – 45g of protein per serving
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Easy Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry
The easiest way to make a healthy chicken stir-fry at home.
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27. Teriyaki Salmon and Broccoli Slaw – 36g of protein per serving
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Teriyaki Salmon and Broccoli Slaw
This Teriyaki Salmon and Broccoli Slaw is the perfect healthy weeknight dinner.
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28. Air Fryer Steak Bites – 51g of protein per serving
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Air Fryer Steak Bites
Make delicious and tender steak bites in the air fryer. Serve with a flavorful sauce.
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29. Easy Teriyaki Pork and Bok Choy – 36g of protein per serving
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Easy Teriyaki Pork and Bok Choy
Healthy pork and bok choy stir fry in a stick teriyaki sauce.
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30. Baked Honey Balsamic Chicken Breast and Veggies – 38g of protein per serving
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Baked Honey Balsamic Chicken Breast and Veggies
Easy honey balsamic chicken and veggies recipe
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I hope you try out some of these amazing and healthy high protein dinner recipes for meal prep or to feed your family!!
Looking for more high protein recipes? Check out these high protein breakfast recipes!
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30 High Protein Dinner Recipes
Protein packed recipes that are perfect for dinner or meal prep!
Ingredients
- Various ingredients
Instructions
- Select one of the recipes listed above and cook as instructed!
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
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