10 High Protein Recipes to Keep You Full
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Getting enough protein is something I think about a lot, especially on busy days when I need energy that actually lasts. The good news is high protein does not have to mean boring or complicated. These are my favorite recipes that are genuinely packed with protein, satisfying, and delicious enough that you will actually want to make them on repeat. From quick weeknight dinners to hearty soups and bowls, there is something here for every kind of hungry.
Honey Sriracha Salmon
Sweet, sticky, and totally satisfying. Tender salmon baked in foil with a honey lime sriracha glaze that caramelizes into something incredible. On the table in under 30 minutes and one of my most made weeknight dinners. Full recipe: Honey Sriracha Salmon
Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
Colorful bell peppers filled with lean turkey, rice, and melty cheese, baked until tender. A seriously filling dinner that is also completely wholesome, and the leftovers reheat beautifully for lunch the next day. Full recipe: Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
Chimichurri Chicken Thighs
Juicy grilled chicken thighs absolutely loaded with bold herby chimichurri sauce. Quick to make and one of those recipes that feels way more special than the effort it actually takes. Serve with rice or over a simple salad. Full recipe: Chimichurri Chicken Thighs
Teriyaki Salmon Bowls
Roasted salmon over rice with fresh crunchy veggies and a sweet savory teriyaki sauce. Genuinely one of the most satisfying dinners I make and great for meal prep too since it keeps beautifully in the fridge. Full recipe: Teriyaki Salmon Bowls
Greek Chicken Bites
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Lean, juicy chicken bites marinated in lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean spices, seared until golden. Pile them into a pita, toss over a salad, or serve with rice for a quick and filling dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes. Full recipe: Greek Chicken Bites
Steak Sandwich with Chimichurri
Juicy grilled steak on a toasty roll with a punchy chimichurri sauce that works as both marinade and finishing drizzle. High protein, fast, and so satisfying. The kind of dinner that feels like a treat on a regular Tuesday night. Full recipe: Steak Sandwich with Chimichurri
Top Round Roast Beef
A classic roast beef that delivers a whopping 52 grams of protein! Simple seasoning, easy technique, and incredibly tender results. Slice it thin and serve with roasted vegetables for a dinner that is satisfying in the most wholesome way. Full recipe: Top Round Roast Beef
Chicken Feta Meatball Soup
Herby meatballs swimming in a bright lemony broth with orzo and wilted spinach. It is cozy and nourishing at the same time, packed with lean protein and leafy greens in every bowl. Full recipe: Lemony Chicken Feta Meatball Soup
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Juicy marinated chicken breast with sweet grilled onions and a sun dried tomato aioli on a toasted bun. This is the kind of sandwich that makes you wonder why you ever bother with fast food. Simple to make and seriously satisfying. Full recipe: Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Onions
Juicy pork tenderloin seared until golden and roasted with sweet caramelized apples, onions, and a silky pan sauce. Lean, filling, and one of those recipes that looks and tastes like you really went all out without spending all evening in the kitchen. Full recipe: Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Onions
