60+ High-Protein Dinner Recipes

By Brittany Mullins

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Published Sep 16, 2025

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Looking for dinners that are healthy, filling and easy to make? These high-protein recipes deliver over 20 grams of protein per serving, so you’ll have plenty of satisfying options that keep the whole family fueled and happy.

Dinner is the meal I look forward to most, but on busy nights it can also be the trickiest when I’m too tired to think what to make. That’s why I love having a lineup of high-protein recipes I can count on. These meals leave me full, satisfied and not rummaging through the pantry for snacks an hour later.

In this collection you’ll find my go-to high-protein dinners that are simple to throw together yet still feel comforting and complete. From one-pan dishes to lighter twists on comfort food, these recipes cover it all. Each one has at least 20 grams of protein per serving, so you can fuel your body while enjoying every bite.

Collage of 4 different High Protein Dinner Recipes.

My Dinner Routine Tip

When I’m planning dinners for the week, I like to rotate between different styles of meals so things never feel repetitive. On busy nights, a sheet pan dinner saves me time. When I want something cozy, I’ll make pasta or a baked dish. Toward the end of the week, I usually go for something lighter like salmon or turkey burgers. Keeping that variety makes dinner feel easier and more enjoyable.

A few simple ways I round out high-protein dinners:

  • Load up on veggies: Roasted vegetables or a simple side salad (like my massaged kale salad) make any protein feel like a complete meal.
  • Pair with healthy carbs: Quinoa, brown rice or roasted sweet potatoes add fiber and staying power.
  • Finish with freshness: A sprinkle of fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon makes even the simplest proteins feel special.

Diet Preference Key

DF = Dairy-free GF = Gluten-free VG = Vegetarian

*All recipes are labeled with grams of protein per serving.

One-Pan & Skillet Dinners

A large sheet pan with honey mustard chicken and roasted sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts.

Pasta & Bakes

Spaghetti in a shallow bowl mixed together with turkey bolognese.

Seafood Dinners

Four grilled salmon filets on a large plate with lemon wedges on the side.

Chicken Mains

Three chicken breasts covered in mozzarella cheese, tomato slices, and balsamic glaze in a rectangular baking dish with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil.

Turkey Mains

Leftover turkey soup in a bowl with multiple vegetables, including peas, carrots, and onions.

Mexican-Inspired Favorites

Three shrimp tacos in flour tortillas folded up on a serving platter. The tacos are topped with a mango cabbage slaw and a drizzle of spicy crema.

High-Protein Bowls

Assembled burger bowl with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, avocado, fries, and beef all drizzled with Big Mac sauce.

Pizza Night Favorite

Pizza sliced into 6 servings.

Protein-Packed Pizza

This one doesn’t fit neatly into any category, but I had to include it because it’s such a hit in my house. My protein pizza is a healthier twist on a classic and still feels like a fun Friday-night dinner. The best part is that each serving has about 30 grams of protein, so you get that cozy, cheesy pizza vibe while still hitting your protein goals.

protein pizza recipe

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About Brittany

Hey there, I’m Brittany, the creator of Eating Bird Food, cookbook author, health coach and mama of two littles. Here you’ll find quick and easy recipes that make healthy fun and enjoyable for you and your family!

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