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.
Crockpot Chicken and Peppers
2. High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese – 34g of protein per serving
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High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Make a delicious and creamy high protein mac and cheese flavored with the tang and spice of buffalo sauce!
High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
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!
Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
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.
High Protein Baked Manicotti
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!
High Protein Chili Mac
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!
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs
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!
One Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo
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!
Air Fryer Salmon and Veggies
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
Sheet Pan Mustard Chicken
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.
Air Fryer Salmon Bites
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
Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry
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
Orzo Chicken and Mushrooms
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.
Sheet Pan Chicken and Gnocchi
19. Bruschetta Chicken Bake – 38g of protein per serving
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Bruschetta Chicken Bake
Bake chicken breasts with a delicious homemade bruschetta
Bruschetta Chicken Bake
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
Sheet Pan Tomato Artichoke Chicken
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
Sweet and Sour Chicken Meatballs
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.
Baked Pesto Meatballs
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
Mozzarella Chicken Meatballs
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
Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies
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.
Takeout Style Beef and Broccoli
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.
Easy Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry
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.
Teriyaki Salmon Recipe
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.
Air Fryer Steak Bites
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.
Teriyaki Pork
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
Baked Honey Balsamic Chicken
I hope you try out some of these amazing and healthy high protein dinner recipes for meal prep or to feed your family!!
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