A collection of the best high-protein dinners that are easy, filling, and delicious! Meat and chicken, tofu, and even vegetarian options!
Protein has been a big topic in our house over the past few years – it started with my husband wanting to change some of his eating habits and overall health, but it’s also made me think about my protein consumption. When I find dinners that are easy and Too Packed with protein, it sounds like the best win.
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 Bowls with Yellow Curry Chicken
Lemongrass, ginger, onion, and lemon zest! These broth bowls have it all – flavorful broth, puffed rice, protein, and fresh herbs.
Banza Chicken Bowls with Calabrian Chili Sauce
This bowl has it all! The crispness of tomato cucumber salad, thin leaves of sharp red onion, golden crispy air fryer chicken cut into tender little strips, a huge pile of perfectly chewy benza, and a generous dollop of spicy Calabrian chili sauce on top.
Miso Peanut Ramen Bowls
A sweet and creamy savory broth, tossed into a bowl with noodles, crispy crumbled tofu and fresh veggies! These ramen bowls are so good.
Delicious Salmon Burgers with Slaw
These salmon burgers are the most delicious! And made with just five ingredients. Best for a quick + easy high protein lunch or dinner.
Sesame Beef and Broccoli
Sesame Beef and Broccoli! Packed with protein, the goodness of green broccoli, and the flavor of sticky-sweet garlic and ginger. Perfect takeout at home!
Ridiculously Good Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
My everyday favorite is air fryer chicken! Thinly sliced chicken breasts, coated in the maximum amount of spices, plus a little brown sugar and cornstarch, and air-fried to golden, juicy perfection.
Sheet Pan Jambalaya
Sheet Pan Jambalaya: Maximum Flavor, Minimum Recipe. Sausage, peppers, onions, shrimp, and cauliflower rice all roasted on a sheet pan. Great tasting, easy dinner!
Cilantro Lime Chicken and Lentil Rice Bowls
15 Minute Meal Prep Cilantro Lime Chicken and Lentils! The best easy protein powerhouse meal prep. Only 15 minutes of prep and completely hands-off cooking!
Spicy Peanut Tofu Bowls
These Spicy Peanut Tofu Bowls are a meal prep/weekend dinner lifesaver! Crisp tofu, roasted vegetables, puffed rice, and topped with spicy sweet peanut sauce.
Crockpot Chicken Bowls with Yellow Rice and Cilantro Pesto
Sautéed shredded chicken, yellow rice, pickled onions, green vegetables, and cilantro pesto on top. It’s a joy of taste and color!
Cottage Cheese Pizza
This cheese pizza crust is ridiculous. 4 ingredients, 20 minutes, and really chewy, crunchy, and delicious.
Burger Bowl with House Sauce and Ranch Fries
Burgers in a bowl! Ranch-seasoned fries topped with a burger patty and all the fixings, topped with a drizzle of house sauce!
Instant Pot Red Curry Dal
Guess what’s for dinner? Creamy, spicy, delicious red curry dal, made in the Instant Pot.
Perfect Baked Salmon with Lentils and Lemon Herb Sauce
Perfect Baked Salmon with Lentils, Quinoa and Lemon Herb Sauce – super healthy, high protein, bake all in one big easy dish. This stuff is delicious!
Super Tasty Chicken Salad
This chicken salad is so good! Packed full of protein with a delicious creamy dressing, and perfect for lunch on the go in a sandwich or wrap.
Red Curry Chicken Stir Fry with Spicy Cashew Sauce
Caramelized red curry chicken is placed next to a bed of warm, fluffy rice and steamed broccoli and then cooked to perfection with the finest spicy cashew sauce. Oof, this is great.
Crispy Air Fryer Tofu
The Crispiest Air Fryer Tofu – In 15 Minutes! Super easy, incredibly versatile, and the perfect weekend trip.
Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa
Super Easy Salmon Tacos with Mango, Sweet Corn and Cucumber Salsa!
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Winner, winner, chicken tortilla soup dinner! Tender chicken thighs, creamy pinto beans, garlic and onion, crushed tomatoes, jalapeño pepper, crushed tomatoes, and all the toppings.
Ridiculously Good Air Fryer Salmon
My favorite salmon recipe that turns out perfect every time! Crisp and golden on the outside, buttery and juicy on the inside, and ready in 15 minutes.
Chipotle Salmon with Orange Salsa and Aji Verde
Sweet and smoky chipotle salmon topped with fresh orange salsa and creamy aji verde! An easy, delicious, restaurant-level salmon dinner.
Cilantro Orange Chicken with Rice and Beans
This Golden Cilantro Orange Chicken is so flavorful, crispy until golden brown, and so delicious! Served with rice, beans and quick homemade pineapple salsa.
Delicious Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
These chicken tenders made in the air fryer are a favorite in our house! Golden, hot and crispy with your favorite sauce!
Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Tzatziki
Part bowl, part salad, part sandwich that you can turn into any type of bread, and I’m here for it in every form.
Chopped Thai-Inspired Chicken Salad
This simple shredded Thai chicken salad has big flavors – peanuts, lime, soy, chili, cilantro. Top with homemade peanut dressing! Healthy and fresh.
Ricotta Meatballs with Crispy Toppings
These Ricotta Meatballs are a family favorite, easy and delicious! Tender, juicy homemade meatballs with a jar of good marinara and crispy toppings. Yum!
Chicken Teriyaki Burgers with Sesame Crumbs
These Chicken Teriyaki Burgers are surprisingly simple yet insanely delicious. Caramelized burgers that are fried in minutes, piled high with sesame seeds on top, and a perfectly toasted bun. Yam.
Chicken with Coconut Kale
Golden, juicy, thinly sliced pan-fried chicken swims in a creamy coconut-black gravy-like state with slivers of onion and a little heat. Super easy, minimal ingredients!
Sheet Pan Salmon with Dill Potatoes
Simple and delicious salmon and potatoes roasted on a sheet pan, and covered in garlic dill butter sauce! One of my family’s favorite dinners.
Spicy Sofritas Tofu
Spicy Sofritas Tofu, Like Homemade Chipotle! Think spicy peppers, garlic, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro in a delicious simmer sauce for your tofu!
Best Chicken Tinga Tacos
These Chicken Tinga Tacos are the BEST! Tangy, spicy, real food perfection.
Crispy Buffalo Tofu with Caesar Salad
This buffalo tofu is so easy! Two-ingredient sauce tossed with air-fried crispy tofu, topped with kale Caesar salad.
Thai Peanut Chicken Bowls
I love shortcut dinner hacks! These bowls contain caramelized peanut chicken, a tangle of vermicelli noodles, a salad of fresh herbs and cucumbers, and topped with peanut sauce.
Honey Chipotle Chicken Skewers
These chicken skewers are a family favorite! Very easy, deliciously smoky, nice and sweet, with a good amount of spice and flavor. Air fryer, grill and oven compatible!
Roasted Sweet Potato Stacks with Chipotle Sauce
Roasted sweet potatoes topped with creamy chipotle sauce, spicy ground chicken, avocado, cilantro and pickled onions. My family loves them!
Best Baked Chicken Meatballs Anytime
These Baked Chicken Meatballs are the BEST! The perfect addition to any meal or eaten on its own. Bonus: They’re meal-prep-friendly for the entire week!
Buffalo Chicken Burgers with Whipped Feta Spread
Easy and Amazing Buffalo Chicken Burgers! Piled high with crisp lettuce, a whipped feta spread, sitting atop a toasted brioche bun.
Chicken Shawarma with Lemon Rice
Easy Trader Joe’s Chicken Shawarma Bowl features fluffy lemon rice, crispy cabbage, and creamy feta sauce. Fast, delicious and perfect for the weekend!
Chipotle Chicken with Chunky Pistachio Sauce
Smoky chipotle chicken grilled to perfection, with a chunky zesty sauce of pistachios, avocado, lemon and chives! This is so good!
Chili Crunch Tofu
Crispy baked tofu paired with a 2-ingredient sweet, sticky, and spicy chili sauce!
