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21 Healthy High Protein Meal Prep Recipes To Make

21 Healthy High Protein Meal Prep Recipes To Make

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I vowed this new year that I will live a healthy life and inspire my family to live a healthy life and cook healthy food. I have been very sick for the past few months because I was weak from outside food. Even after eating enough food, I was not hungry.ย  As a result, I used to get attracted to outside food. So I started a strict workout and healthy diet. Then I felt reluctant towards a healthy diet while eating tasteless boiled food. I did a lot of research, experiments etc. to solve these problems.ย ย Create food that is surprisingly healthy and nutritious.ย  After getting great results, I have brought you these 21 high protein meal prep recipes.

Protein will help you lose weight tremendously. These protein meals work like magic on the body, which I canโ€™t explain to you.ย  Healthy eating will change your life. Both your body and your mind will change a lot, you will feel it after a few days. I will say no more. Scroll down to know the rest!ย  Select! Create and Enjoy!


1. Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowl

Chicken Fajita Meal Prep Bowl

This chicken fajita meal prep bowl is not only very interesting as a dish but it will also help you gain a good amount of protein. Eating protein meals will make your body feel energetic all the time. As a result you can continue your diet comfortably. I guarantee.ย  Let me tell you that it will be loved by everyone in the family because it will give different flavors together.ย This recipe is made in cast iron skillet and perfect for dinner meal.

Our favorite chicken is accompanied by rice of choice. This recipe is veggie friendly, you can add any vegetables you like green beans, carrots etc. Corn and black beans always impress me. I always have a weakness for this bowl. Iโ€™m sure you too will say the same after testing it.
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2. Vegan Sticky Sesame Chickpeas

Vegan Sticky Sesame Chickpeas

This Vegan Sticky Sesame Chickpeas recipe is one of the best high protein meal prep recipes. This recipe is a true gem for your body. You canโ€™t eat delicious food just because youโ€™re on a diet, it can never be. We dieters should eat a balanced and delicious diet. Then you can continue the diet. Donโ€™t make your diet journey too difficult.ย 

Then you wonโ€™t be able to take the weight loss journey peacefully. You will always feel like you are being punished for being fat or overweight.ย  Thatโ€™s why I am sharing this delicious recipe with you. In a pan add garlic, sesame oil, ginger, rice vinegar, maple syrup, vegetable broth, etc. and cook the chickpeas.ย  You will love your weight loss journey even more. Enjoy every time you eat!
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3. Spicy Pineapple Chicken Meal Prep

Spicy Pineapple Chicken Meal Prep

This Spicy Pineapple Chicken Meal Prep recipe is one of the best high protein meal prep recipes. It is a food with protein, fiber, minerals, vitamins, iron, etc. You can get everything in one bowl. It is such a fun recipe. I am always partial to this dish because it is so delicious, healthy, and nutritious. This is one recipe that will help you lose weight tremendously.

It will make you feel energetic throughout the day. These protein-rich foods are very necessary for our bodies. This delicious recipe is made by combining pineapple juice, chili sauce, garlic, chicken, jalapeno, pineapple chunks, etc. Itโ€™s just 20 minutes to cook. Thereโ€™s no end to the goodness. I know youโ€™ll love this high protein recipe.ย  Everyone wants to have a healthy diet if the food tastes good.
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4. Shrimp Buddha Bowl

Shrimp Buddha Bowl

This Shrimp Buddha Bowl recipe is one of the most delicious and healthy protein meal recipes.ย  Its taste is surprisingly hearty. This is a very favorite bowl for me and my family. In a word, we are very tempted by this bowl. You will get the taste of the sea in this delicious recipe because it is a shrimp recipe.ย 

It also has a lot of vegetables, rice and soy sauce flavor. This is ready. This recipe takes only 20 minutes to make. It is filled with brussels sprouts. You will get everything in it. Such a nutritious and high protein food gives our body energy and strength and gives it strength to fight various diseases. Make it and your body and fill up on protein!
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5. Breakfast Casserole

Breakfast Casserole

Breakfast Casserole โ€“ This recipe is an easy hit.ย  Especially the kids at home. My daughter goes crazy about it. The first time I made it she said she wouldnโ€™t eat it because it had sweet potatoes and bell pepper in it. After one taste test, it became her favorite breakfast ever. My daughter doesnโ€™t want to eat vegetables, this is why I and my daughter fought since morning.ย 

Now everyoneโ€™s fight is over for this recipe. I make it in 35 minutes.ย  The best part is that it fills up a lot of people at a time. That means you can make a lot of meals in 35 minutes. This delicious recipe is made with ground pork. It is high in protein and full of flavor.
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6. Spinach Feta Frittata

Spinach Feta Frittata

This Spinach Feta Frittata recipe is one of the healthy eating recipes. It is a very popular homemade dish. Almost every busy household prepares this type of recipe. This delicious recipe is made with leek, garlic, baby spinach, egg, feta cheese, fresh dill, etc.ย ย 

Itโ€™s just a 20-minute recipe. This recipe is named egg pizza by my son. It really looks like a pizza. Thatโ€™s why kids are especially attracted to this recipe. Itโ€™s an incredible time-wise and delicious dish. Such an easy and quick meal that everyone will love. This kind of recipe is perfect for breakfast. So donโ€™t delay!ย  Build it! And enjoy! You can try these fritter recipes for more ideas.
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7. Tuna Wrapsย 

Tuna Wrapsย - high protein meal prep recipes

This Tuna Wraps recipe is amazingly hearty. It always amazes me. How easy it is!ย  Oh my tuna wraps!ย  I love you,ย  hehe!ย  If you try it once, you will fall in love with it. If you are looking for a good tuna recipe! Then I suggest this is the best tuna recipe for you, which will satisfy your hunger, satisfy your taste buds and also provide high protein to your body.ย ย 

Itโ€™s delicious, thatโ€™s it! You can add whatever vegetables you like to these tuna wraps. I experiment a lot while making it. I make it with whatever I have in my kitchen, but donโ€™t forget to add tuna to it.ย  Create it and enjoy!
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8. Tofu Nugget & Chickpea Salad Meal Prep

Tofu Nugget & Chickpea Salad Meal Prep

This Tofu Nugget & Chickpea Salad Meal Prep recipe is one of the best high protein meal prep recipes out there. Itโ€™s vegetarian, itโ€™s delicious, itโ€™s healthy, itโ€™s nutritious, and itโ€™s packed in a billion ways. Tofu, tomatoes, chickpeas, etc are added to this delicious recipe. It is a high protein and high fiber-rich food for meal prep at lunch or dinner.ย 

Very little effort is required. It has now become my family meal. I had it for the first time during my pregnancy. It really gave me peace and comfort. It is very easy to digest. I say from my experience that any person can have this type of food without fear. Make these another healthy high protein salads for meal prep.
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9. 15-Minute High-Protein Spicy Chicken & Chickpeas Recipeย 

15-Minute High-Protein Spicy Chicken & Chickpeas Recipe

This High-Protein Spicy Chicken & Chickpeas Recipe is sure to be loved by everyone. This delicious recipe is ready in just 15 minutes. It combines chicken, chickpeas, soy sauce, peppers, etc. If you like a little sweetness in your meal, you can add maple syrup or honey. Itโ€™s quick and easy to make.ย 

This is a simple recipe for a lazy person. I add lemon juice and parsley at the end, if you want you can add cilantro instead of parsley. This healthy and high protein food will work magic on your body.ย  You can have this recipe anytime for lunch or dinner, as it is easily digestible food.
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10. High Protein Chickpea Tuna Salad

High Protein Chickpea Tuna Salad

Are you looking for great-tasting and healthy recipes for tuna and chickpeas?ย  If so then this recipe will give you deep satisfaction. These types of high protein meals are really great sources for the body. I request you to make this recipe once because I know that once you try it, you will want to eat it again and again. I made this recipe for weight loss.ย  Its combination is loaded to change the taste. It is really a gem. It will give you taste, and provide you with protein, fiber, vitamins, etc.ย 

Protein helps to repair our body tissues. Thatโ€™s why it is very important to have protein in our daily diet.ย  Energy and work in the body, when we want to shed excess body fat, our body needs high protein very much. These types of protein meals are very suitable for our bodies. What else do you think? Select from them which one to make today!ย  Make it quick!
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11. Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowl

Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowl

I have immense love for chicken. Not only does this bird taste delicious and can be cooked absolutely easily compared to any other form of meat, but itโ€™s also rich in protein. So now you can guess why I love chicken so much. And I have a feeling that most people do. This Greek chicken meal prep bowl is one of those protein meals that is a collaboration of protein-rich chicken breasts and plenty of other colorful veggies and fresh herbs.

And it doesnโ€™t end here, I will tell you more reasons to love this dish. Itโ€™s Whole30, keto, and paleo-friendly. And it comes together in just one pan. No one likes the sight of a sink full of utensils staring at you to be washed. Neither do I do. Serve this dish as a side with a dairy-free tzatziki sauce, and your dinner table will have a bunch of happy eaters.
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12. Cashew Chicken Quinoa Bake

Cashew Chicken Quinoa Bake

I know healthy eating may seem like something complicated, but it really isnโ€™t. Neither is it time-consuming. And if you donโ€™t have the time to plan what to cook, my friend, you always have my back. My high protein meal prep recipes have helped many people to bring their eating schedule back on track. And Iโ€™m so glad that I am able to make a positive impact in peoplesโ€™ lives.ย 

My cashew chicken quinoa bake is another dish that will simplify healthy eating for you. Whatโ€™s not to love about this dish? Itโ€™s easy-to-make, takes only 30 minutes to cook, and is loaded with nutrients (mainly protein) and bursting with flavors. Canโ€™t find what to cook for dinner tonight? I say, cashew chicken quinoa bake is the answer.
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13. Meal Prep Salmon & Asparagus

Meal Prep Salmon & Asparagus

Salmon and asparagus are two of my favorite ingredients to combine together. Itโ€™s needless to say that salmon is my favorite fish because you already know that. Pairing salmon with asparagus will probably lead to one of the best food combinations. Salmon has a good amount of protein, as you may already know.

The salmon is cooked in a sizzling garlic butter sauce that enhances its flavors and makes it all the more crave-able. When served with asparagus, this dish can become a comforting side of your dinner plate. Itโ€™s low in carbs and high in protein, and best of all, it comes together in just 15 minutes or so. So if youโ€™re short on time but still want to eat healthily, my high protein meal prep recipes are going to be your best friend.
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14. Roasted Veggie & Rice Bowls

Roasted Veggie & Rice Bowls

Roasted veggies are one of the simplest yet healthiest foods that you can eat. Although anyone who likes to eat vibrant and delicious roasted veggies will enjoy this dish, it is particularly for those who pack their lunchbox by themselves. I have a friend who had been living her life on sandwiches for years because of her busy work schedule.ย 

But now she can have her comfort food for lunch by following my easy, high protein meal prep recipes. She makes these roasted veggies & rice bowls for her lunch most days. These 30-minute protein meals have a variety of veggies such as sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, chickpeas, onions, and radishes. Serve roasted veggies over steaming hot brown rice for a satisfying meal at lunch or dinner.
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15. Spicy Curried Chicken Meal Prep Bowl

Spicy Curried Chicken Meal Prep Bowl

This easy and healthy spicy curried chicken meal prep bowl is my go-to dinner for days when Iโ€™m totally exhausted from my work. Not only is this healthy for your body, but it will give your taste buds a tickle. If youโ€™re someone who likes to eat spicy food, then this recipe will be your absolute favorite.ย 

In this meal prep bowl, you not only get protein from chicken but also vitamins, minerals, iron, and fiber from veggies such as broccoli, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts. This recipe was first initiated by my mother-in-law, who is also a great cook and an admirer of healthy eating habits. During my pregnancy, she used to make me such protein meals that helped me feel more healthy, strong, and energetic throughout my pregnancy. But you can try these air fryer chicken recipes for healthy dinner for your whole family.
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16. Meal Prep Turkey Taco Bowls

Meal Prep Turkey Taco Bowls - high protein meal prep recipes

When I used to work from home during the pandemic, I used to make lunch for my whole family, and my husband and the kids used to help me out in the kitchen. Together, we decided to develop healthy eating habits. So we used to come up with recipes that are healthy but also taste delectable.

Because the kids would not want to eat bland food in the name of eating healthy. This meal prep turkey taco bowl was one of my best dishes. Itโ€™s everyoneโ€™s favorite at my house. The fusion of ground turkey taco meat, brown rice, cherry tomato salsa, and corn kernel in one bowl. Could you ever imagine that healthy eating could be so interesting? No, right? These protein meals are going to steal your heart!
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17. Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballsย 

Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballsย 

Juicy, spicy, soft, and unbelievably mouthwatering! Garlic butter chicken meatballs are so irresistibly tempting that youโ€™ll forget theyโ€™re healthy. Iโ€™m sure the picture has already got you salivating. Who wouldnโ€™t want to eat healthy protein meals like this? You can easily prepare this dish within 30 minutes if you have guests coming over. Pair the meatballs with a bowl of cauliflower rice or brown rice, and you will eat the best meal of your life, I promise.ย 

You wonโ€™t believe that these mouthwatering meatballs are low-carb, gluten-free, paleo, and keto friendly! The sauce is exquisite and is made with butter, lemon juice, chicken stock, hot sauce, minced garlic, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Itโ€™s so amazing in taste and perfect for lunchbox.
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18. Breakfast Egg Cups

Breakfast Egg Cups

Breakfast being the most important meal of the day, it should be rich in protein. So, having eggs for breakfast is a great idea to incorporate protein in the most important meal of the day. I have always loved to learn new ways to cook eggs. Iโ€™m sure everyone has tried boiled, poached, omelet, and fried eggs. This time, Iโ€™m going to show you a different way to cook and eat your eggs.

These breakfast egg cups are easy to cook up any time of the day and take just 20 minutes to prepare. These egg cups have veggies in them that make these egg cups all the more nutritious. Adding veggies to these breakfast egg cups not only adds to their nutritional value but also helps to keep you full for longer. You can serve these breakfast egg cups for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or anytime you want. These satiating protein meals will make your life easier.
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19. Artichoke Parmesan Pasta

Artichoke Parmesan Pasta

We occasionally have pasta for dinner because we enjoy it so much. I also experiment with other pasta varieties. For dinner, I would do anything to have a bowl of wonderful pasta. If you enjoy pasta as much as I do but havenโ€™t yet tried the artichokes and parmesan in your pasta, trust me when I say that you will adore it. Nothing can possibly go wrong with this combination, period.ย 

The creamy-dreamy sauce is made with cream cheese, parmesan, and sour cream. You will enter a flavor-filled dream with each bite of this pasta with artichoke covered in the creamiest sauce ever. Now, letโ€™s talk about how healthy this dish is. The fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protein in artichokes make this ultra-creamy dish good for your health.
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20. Easy Lasagna Stuffed Shells

Easy Lasagna Stuffed Shells

This Easy Lasagna Stuffed Shells recipe is one of the unique recipes of Healthy Eating. You want a unique lasagna recipe!ย  If so then this Lasagna Stuffed Shells recipe will make you happy. This delicious recipe is ready in 30 minutes. This healthy recipe is not only for everyday but also the best recipe for any party or festival. This is a different kind of lasagna recipe.ย 

It looks like a festival. Such a beautiful recipe easily wins everyoneโ€™s heart. It is a hearty and traditional dish. Once these shells are in your mouth, you will be lost, Mmmmmm!ย  Itโ€™s really cool! This delicious recipe combines pasta shells, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, spinach, spaghetti sauce, etc. Every bite is tender, rich and cheesy. They are EASY PEASY CHEESY!
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21. Protein Oatmeal {Meal Prep Breakfast}ย 

Protein Oatmeal {Meal Prep Breakfast}ย 

This nutritious and nourishing bowl of protein oatmeal will become a staple for breakfast at your home. If I challenge you to make the most interesting oatmeal bowl for yourself, what would you add to it? Well, if you ask me, I want lots of protein in my breakfast. So, I will go for some protein powder, hemp hearts, pumpkin seeds, almond milk, vanilla, and salt. This protein oatmeal can be prepared in advance. I preferably make my protein oatmeal the night before.

Preparing this breakfast protein oatmeal in advance gives the oats time to soak and makes it easier to digest. Many people call this overnight oats. You can add anything of your choice to it. You can use fruits such as berries or any fruit of your choice, nuts, seeds, and Greek yogurt if you are not a fan of milk. This nutritious bowl of protein oatmeal for breakfast will keep you fuelled for the whole day.
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