High-protein recipes — page 4

300 simple high-protein dinners with the full method for each.

60 of 450 recipes

Thai

Massaman Curry with Chicken and Potatoes

A rich, mild, and aromatic southern Thai curry that marries coconut milk with deep spices, roasted peanuts, and soft potatoes.

50 min 880 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Argentinian

Matambre a la Pizza with Potatoes

A playful combination of grilled flank steak acting as a pizza crust, topped with tomato and melted cheese, served with potatoes.

45 min 800 kcal
Gluten-freeHigh-protein
Argentinian

Matambre Arrollado with Russian Salad

Flavor-packed beef flank steak rolled tight around vegetables and egg, served cold alongside a creamy potato and carrot salad.

90 min 790 kcal
High-protein
Moroccan

Meatball Tomato Tagine with Rice

Spiced ground beef meatballs poached in a rich, thick, concentrated tomato and cumin sauce, served over white rice.

40 min 840 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
American

Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes

A comforting baked beef loaf glazed with sweet ketchup, served with a generous portion of creamy mashed potatoes.

55 min 710 kcal
High-protein
Italian

Melanzane alla Parmigiana (Eggplant Parmesan)

A rich, comforting Italian bake made with layered slices of tender eggplant, rich garlic tomato sauce, and bubbling mozzarella. Served with crusty bread.

55 min 800 kcal
VegetarianHigh-protein
Spanish

Merluza a la Gallega with Potatoes

A simple, striking dish from Galicia featuring delicate poached hake and thick potato rounds drenched in garlic-infused olive oil and paprika.

35 min 740 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Argentinian

Merluza a la Romana with Potato Salad

Lightly battered, delicate fried hake fillets offering a crisp golden crust, balanced by a creamy and comforting potato salad.

35 min 650 kcal
High-protein
Indonesian

Mie Goreng with Chicken

A massively popular Indonesian street food featuring chewy egg noodles wok-tossed with chicken, cabbage, and rich sweet soy sauce.

30 min 800 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Portuguese

Migas with Pork

A rustic, intensely savory dish from the Alentejo region relying on torn bread fried in pork fat and garlic to accompany crispy meat.

35 min 860 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Argentinian

Milanesa Napolitana with Mash

A crispy breaded beef cutlet smothered in rich tomato sauce, ham, and melted cheese, paired with creamy mashed potatoes.

40 min 810 kcal
High-protein
Japanese

Miso Salmon with Rice

A flaky, tender salmon fillet marinated and broiled in a sweet and savory white miso glaze, served with steamed rice and spinach.

35 min 750 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Mexican

Mole Chicken with Mexican Rice

Tender shredded chicken suspended in a complex, thick, dark sauce made from chilis and chocolate, served over savory tomato rice.

45 min 850 kcal
Gluten-freeHigh-protein
Chinese

Moo Shu Pork with Pancakes

A savory stir-fry of minced pork, shredded cabbage, and scrambled egg, wrapped heartily inside warm, delicate Chinese pancakes.

35 min 750 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Brazilian

Moqueca de Camarão with Rice

A breathtaking brightly layered shrimp stew, singing beautifully with coconut milk, dende oil, and freshly squeezed sharp lime.

40 min 760 kcal
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Brazilian

Moqueca de Peixe with Rice

A vibrant, deeply comforting fish stew simmered slowly in rich coconut milk and vibrant dende oil.

45 min 740 kcal
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Moroccan

Moroccan Chicken Rice Bowl

A vibrant bowl mixing spiced white rice with shredded chicken breast, sweet dried fruit, and toasted almonds for a complex flavor profile.

35 min 790 kcal
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Moroccan

Moroccan Roast Chicken with Spiced Rice

A juicy, golden chicken leg quarter roasted with deep, earthy spices, served over a bed of vibrant turmeric and herb rice.

55 min 810 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
French

Moules Marinières with Fries

Fresh steamed mussels swimming in a fragrant broth of white wine, butter, and parsley, partnered with crisp oven-baked fries.

45 min 800 kcal
Gluten-freeHigh-protein
Greek

Moussaka

A legendary Greek casserole featuring structured layers of roasted aubergine, sliced potatoes, and spiced minced beef, all baked under a thick béchamel crust.

90 min 820 kcal
High-protein
Japanese

Nabeyaki Udon

A comforting hot noodle soup cooked and served in a clay pot, featuring thick udon noodles, tender chicken, spinach, and egg in dashi broth.

30 min 750 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Indonesian

Nasi Goreng with Chicken and Fried Egg

A legendary Indonesian fried rice packed with umami-rich sweet soy sauce, tossed with chicken, and topped with an egg.

35 min 850 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Indonesian

Nasi Uduk with Fried Chicken

A highly aromatic, comforting dish built around savory coconut rice scented with lemongrass, accompanied by crisp fried chicken and egg.

50 min 850 kcal
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Japanese

Nikujaga

A simple, savory stew of tender beef and potatoes braised in sweetened soy sauce, epitomizing traditional home cooking.

45 min 760 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Mexican

Nopal and Chicken Skillet with Rice

A traditional rustic stir-fry combining tender chicken strips and unique, slightly tart cactus paddles (nopales) in a savory tomato sauce.

35 min 750 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Indonesian

Opor Ayam with Rice

A mild, comforting pale chicken curry simmered delicately in coconut milk, seasoned with coriander, cumin, and lemongrass.

45 min 840 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Italian

Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli

A rustic, hearty pasta dish from Puglia balancing slightly bitter broccoli florets with savory, spiced pork sausage and chili heat.

30 min 820 kcal
High-protein
Italian

Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto

A luxurious meal featuring a slow-braised cross-cut veal shank served over a vibrant, creamy saffron-infused risotto.

150 min 850 kcal
Gluten-freeHigh-protein
Japanese

Oyakodon

A classic comforting bowl translating to 'parent and child', featuring chicken bites and soft-set egg simmered in dashi, served over rice.

25 min 740 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Thai

Pad Ka Prao

A fiery, savory Thai stir-fry loaded with minced pork and fragrant fresh basil, topped traditionally with a crispy fried egg.

25 min 750 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Thai

Pad Prik King with Pork and Rice

A dry, intense red curry stir-fry featuring sliced pork and crisp green beans, characterized by the omission of coconut milk for a sharper flavor.

25 min 830 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Thai

Pad Thai with Shrimp

Thailand's iconic street food: chewy rice noodles wok-fried rapidly with prawns, egg, and crunchy bean sprouts in a sweet tamarind sauce.

25 min 790 kcal
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Thai

Panang Curry with Rice

A thick, relatively dry, and nutty red curry variant flavored profoundly with kaffir lime leaves and served with plain jasmine rice.

35 min 810 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Peruvian

Papa a la Huancaína with Roast Chicken

Tender yellow potatoes drenched in a bright, spicy, creamy cheese sauce, served cold as a side alongside succulent roast chicken.

45 min 830 kcal
High-protein
Italian

Pappardelle al Ragù

Wide, flat ribbons of pasta tossed in an rich, slow-simmered, traditional beef and red wine ragù.

120 min 830 kcal
High-protein
Argentinian

Pastel de Papa

A deeply comforting oven-baked casserole featuring layers of spiced minced beef concealed beneath an incredibly fluffy, golden potato mash.

60 min 710 kcal
High-protein
Greek

Pastitsio

A baked Greek pasta dish built with thick tubular pasta, an aromatic meat sauce seasoned with warm spices, and a creamy cheese topping.

90 min 850 kcal
High-protein
Indonesian

Perkedel and Beef Stew with Rice

Savory potato fritters and braised beef chunks steeped in a sweet soy broth, creating a hearty Indonesian meal.

120 min 850 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Peruvian

Pescado a lo Macho with Rice

A spicy, creamy Peruvian seafood stew coating a tender white fish fillet, featuring squid and mussels in an aji-based sauce.

35 min 780 kcal
Gluten-freeHigh-protein
American

Philly Cheesesteak with Fries

Thinly sliced steak and seared vegetables loaded into a soft roll with melted cheese, served with oven fries.

40 min 820 kcal
High-protein
Vietnamese

Phở Bò

Vietnam's famous noodle soup, demanding an intense, clear bone broth spiced with charred ginger and cinnamon, poured boiling hot over raw beef.

60 min 710 kcal
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Vietnamese

Phở Gà

A fragrant, lighter cousin to the beef version, utilizing a clear chicken bone broth infused with charred aromatics and served over flat rice noodles.

55 min 720 kcal
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Brazilian

Picadinho with Rice and Farofa

A deeply reduced saucy beef stew served authentically beside soft white rice and wonderfully toasted golden cassava flour crumbles.

45 min 820 kcal
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Brazilian

Picanha with Rice, Beans and Vinaigrette

A quintessential Brazilian barbecue meal offering distinct cuts of tender grilled beef alongside comforting black beans and a sharp vinaigrette.

45 min 840 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Turkish

Pide with Minced Meat and Cheese

A boat-shaped, crispy flatbread baked at high heat, carrying a heavy cargo of spiced minced meat and melting cheese.

35 min 870 kcal
High-protein
Peruvian

Pollo a la Brasa with Fries and Salad

Iconic Peruvian roast chicken marinated in soy and aji spices, rotisserie-style, served alongside crispy fries and a fresh green salad.

60 min 840 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Spanish

Pollo al Ajillo with Patatas Bravas

A rustic, garlicky chicken stew braised in white wine, served with crispy potato cubes draped in a smoky paprika sauce.

45 min 850 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Argentinian

Pollo al Disco with Bread

Tender chicken and colorful bell peppers braised richly in white wine, capturing the essence of outdoor rusticity in Argentina.

45 min 810 kcal
Lactose-freeHigh-protein
Italian

Pollo al Limone with Roasted Potatoes

Tender chicken breast escalopes pan-fried in a bright, zesty lemon and caper sauce, served alongside crispy roasted potatoes.

45 min 720 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Mexican

Pollo Asado with Elote and Rice

Citrus-marinated grilled chicken served with a classic Mexican street corn cob slathered in mayonnaise, chili, and cheese, alongside white rice.

35 min 820 kcal
Gluten-freeHigh-protein
Portuguese

Pork Alentejana

An unusual but traditional pairing of savory marinated pork cubes pan-fried and steamed open with fresh, briny clams.

40 min 820 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Mexican

Pork Carnitas Rice Bowl

Slow-cooked, meltingly tender pork shoulder shredded and crisped in its own fat, served over rice with black beans and fresh salsa.

180 min 840 kcal
Gluten-freeHigh-protein
Greek

Pork Gyros Plate with Pita and Tzatziki

Thin, crispy slices of marinated pork shoulder served straight from the pan with warm pita, fresh salad, and cooling garlic yogurt.

40 min 850 kcal
High-protein
Spanish

Pork Loin with Piquillo Peppers and Potatoes

Quick-seared sweet pork loin medallions served against the smoky, acidic bite of Spanish piquillo peppers and crispy fried potatoes.

30 min 810 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Brazilian

Pork Ribs with Farofa and Rice

Succulent, slow-roasted pork ribs bursting with rustic charm, accompanied correctly by crisply toasted golden farofa and white rice.

60 min 850 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Portuguese

Portuguese Bean Stew

A hearty, slow-cooked stew combining white beans and smoky chouriço sausage with tender pork and soft cabbage.

120 min 810 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
French

Poulet Basquaise with Rice

A vibrant, rustic dish from the Basque region featuring chicken braised in a bright, sweet sauce of tomatoes and peppers.

50 min 750 kcal
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Mexican

Pozole Rojo

A rich, vibrant red soup featuring tender pork and plump hominy corn kernels, garnished with crisp radish and lime.

120 min 780 kcal
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French

Provençal Beef Stew (French)

A sunny, fragrant stew containing diced beef, black olives, and tomatoes, infused confidently with unique dried Mediterranean herbs.

120 min 760 kcal
Gluten-freeLactose-free+1
Argentinian

Provoleta with Grilled Chicken and Salad

A spectacular dish of fiercely scorched, fully melted provolone cheese paired with smoky grilled chicken and a light salad.

25 min 790 kcal
Low-carbGluten-free+1