High protein low calorie meals can be delicious and easy. This list has recipes that are filling, flavorful, and balanced, with at least 25 grams of protein and no more than 350 calories per serving. These healthy recipes are perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or quick lunches.
These healthy eating options call for a variety of protein sources.
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We're kicking off this list with a Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup with 27 grams of protein per serving:
1. Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
27g protein, 259 calories. A spicy and satisfying chicken tortilla soup made in the slow cooker. This high protein low calorie soup is packed with Mexican-inspired flavors.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
2. Hawaiian Grilled Pork Chops
27g protein, 237 calories. Grilled pork chops marinated in a sweet and tangy Hawaiian-inspired sauce, offering a tropical twist to a classic dish. Perfect for outdoor grilling and meal prep.
Hawaiian Grilled Pork Chops Recipe
3. Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
30g protein, 186 calories. A creamy and indulgent chicken dish made in the crockpot with sundried tomatoes and parmesan, perfect for a low calorie dinner.
Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe
4. Hibachi Shrimp
32g protein, 249 calories. Succulent shrimp cooked hibachi-style with vegetables and a savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe brings Japanese steakhouse flavors to your home in no time.
Hibachi Shrimp Recipe
5. Panko-Crusted Chicken
25g protein, 203 calories. These crispy panko-crusted chicken breasts are a high protein low calorie alternative to fried chicken without compromising on crunch.
Panko-Crusted Chicken Recipe
6. Easy Miso Salmon
30g protein, 238 calories. Baked salmon fillets marinated in a savory miso glaze, offering a simple yet flavorful high protein meal rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Easy Miso Salmon Recipe
7. Turkey Roulade
33g protein, 206 calories. A rolled turkey breast stuffed with herbs and spices, providing an elegant high protein meal for special occasions or any day.
Turkey Roulade Recipe
8. Salsa Verde Chicken
32g protein, 211 calories. Slow-cooked chicken in a tangy salsa verde sauce, offering a versatile high protein option for low calorie tacos, bowls, or salads.
Salsa Verde Chicken Recipe
9. Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
30g protein, 243 calories. A deconstructed egg roll featuring ground turkey, cabbage, and carrots, seasoned with soy sauce and ginger for a low-carb, high-protein option.
Ground Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe
10. Smothered Creamy Chicken Skillet
29 g protein, 216 calories. A one-pan dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy sauce, combined with sautéed onions and mushrooms. It's a comforting high protein low calorie meal.
Smothered Creamy Chicken Skillet Recipe
11. Cream Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts
28g protein, 174 calories. Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy broccoli filling, offering a low-carb, high-protein dinner.
Cream Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts Recipe
12. Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry
29g protein, 258 calories. A quick stir-fry featuring chicken and cabbage in a savory sauce, perfect for a high protein low calorie dinner.
Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe
13. Chicken Bhuna
26g protein, 258 calories. A flavorful Indian curry featuring chicken cooked in a rich, spiced tomato-based sauce. A great choice for a high protein low calorie Indian meal.
Chicken Bhuna Recipe
14. Broiled Cod
27g protein, 164 calories. Tender cod fillets broiled with a lemon and garlic topping, providing a simple low calorie seafood option.
Broiled Cod Recipe
15. Bone Broth Chicken Soup
26g protein, 245 calories. A nourishing chicken soup made with bone broth, vegetables, and herbs, perfect for high protein low calorie meal prep.
Bone Broth Chicken Soup Recipe
16. Healthy Tuna Salad without Mayo
28g protein, 269 calories. A light and refreshing tuna salad made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo, providing a high protein low calorie alternative to the original.
Healthy Tuna Salad without Mayo Recipe
17. Grilled Bison Ribeye Steaks
41g protein, 273 calories. Juicy and flavorful bison ribeye steaks grilled to perfection, offering a leaner alternative to beef with a unique taste.
Grilled Bison Ribeye Steaks Recipe
18. Chef Salad Meal Prep
28g protein, 281 calories. A classic chef salad prepared for meal prep, featuring mixed greens, turkey, ham, cheese, and hard-boiled eggs. Ideal for a high protein low calorie lunch for work.
Chef Salad Meal Prep Recipe
19. Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
37g protein, 275 calories. Shredded BBQ chicken prepared in the slow cooker, perfect for sandwiches, salads, or as a high protein meal prep option.
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Recipe
20. Easy Chinese Chicken and Green Beans
28g protein, 303 calories. Stir-fried chicken and green beans tossed in a flavorful Chinese-inspired sauce. A simple healthy low calorie meal that's ready in minutes.
Easy Chinese Chicken and Green Beans Recipe
21. Stuffed Chicken Breast
32g protein, 222 calories. Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with spinach and ricotta cheese, then baked to perfection. This recipe offers a flavorful high protein low calorie dinner option.
Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe
22. Thin Pork Chops in Air Fryer
29g protein, 244 calories. Juicy thin-cut pork chops cooked to perfection in the air fryer, providing a quick and healthy meal prep option.
Thin Pork Chops in Air Fryer Recipe
23. Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
30g protein, 290 calories. Roasted spaghetti squash halves filled with a savory mixture of vegetables and cheese, offering a low carb, high protein vegetarian meal.
Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Recipe
24. Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Turkey
28g protein, 292 calories. A lighter take on the classic shepherd’s pie, using ground turkey and a creamy mashed potato topping for a comforting low calorie meal.
Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Turkey Recipe
25. Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep
42g protein, 303 calories. Succulent teriyaki-glazed chicken served with steamed vegetables and rice, perfect for easy high protein low calorie meal prep for lunch at work.
Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep Recipe
26. Slow Cooker Pork Loin
39g protein, 277 calories. A tender and juicy pork loin cooked in the slow cooker with a flavorful marinade, ideal for a hands-off low calorie high protein dinner.
Slow Cooker Pork Loin Recipe
27. Lemon Pepper Tilapia Sheet Pan Dinner
37g protein, 316 calories. A convenient sheet pan meal featuring tilapia fillets seasoned with lemon pepper, accompanied by roasted vegetables. Easy cleanup and full of flavor.
Lemon Pepper Tilapia Sheet Pan Dinner Recipe
28. Baked Alaska Pollock
25g protein, 320 calories. Mild and flaky Alaska pollock fillets baked with a lemon-garlic butter sauce. A healthy seafood option for low calorie meals.
Baked Alaska Pollock Recipe
29. Salmon in a Tomato, Thyme, and Ginger Sauce
44g protein, 322 calories. Pan-seared salmon fillets simmered in a zesty tomato, thyme, and ginger sauce. This high protein meal provides heart-healthy omega-3s and a burst of flavor.
Salmon in a Tomato, Thyme, and Ginger Sauce Recipe
30. Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
33g protein, 315 calories. A slow-cooked Italian chicken dish simmered with tomatoes, bell peppers, and herbs for a rich and hearty low calorie meal.
Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore Recipe
31. Italian Sausage, Onions, and Peppers Skillet
30g protein, 337 calories. A hearty skillet meal featuring Italian sausage sautéed with onions and bell peppers. This low-carb low-calorie meal is both flavorful and satisfying.
Italian Sausage, Onions, and Peppers Skillet Recipe
32. Mediterranean Salmon Salad
44g protein, 344 calories. A vibrant salad combining grilled salmon, fresh greens, olives, and a zesty dressing, this Mediterranean diet salad is ideal for a light yet satisfying high protein meal.
Mediterranean Salmon Salad Recipe
33. Crock-Pot Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Soup
41g protein, 338 calories. A hearty slow-cooker soup featuring shredded chicken, cauliflower rice, and flavorful herbs, offering a low carb high protein comfort food option.
Crock-Pot Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Soup Recipe
34. Honey Soy Chicken
41g protein, 338 calories. Tender chicken pieces glazed with a sweet and savory honey-soy sauce, offering a delightful balance of flavors. Ideal for a quick high protein dinner.
Honey Soy Chicken Recipe
35. California Chicken Salad
38g protein, 350 calories. A refreshing chicken salad featuring grapes, mixed greens, and a light citrus dressing. A nutrient-rich option for a filling high protein lunch.
California Chicken Salad Recipe
36. Pan Seared Shrimp
25g protein, 214 calories. Rich and buttery with a pop of citrus and herbs, this easy low calorie meal can be served on its own or with your favorite side dish.
Pan Seared Shrimp Recipe
37. Italian Salmon with Tomato Basil Salsa
37g protein, 288 calories. This simple healthy dinner is a great choice for busy weeknights or dinner parties. Packed with flavor from the Italian seasoning and fresh tomato and basil, this baked salmon is a delicious low calorie meal packed with protein.
Italian Salmon with Tomato Basil Salsa Recipe
38. Easy Sausage and Vegetable Sauté
24g protein, 324 calories in a double portion. This sausage and vegetable sauté is a great way to get dinner on the table in one pan in under 30 minutes. Easy to modify for food allergies or preferences, this is a quick high protein low calorie recipe the whole family will love.
Easy Sausage and Vegetable Sauté Recipe
39. Ricotta Tart with Rainbow Carrots
21g protein, 303 calories. A deliciously creamy, high-protein comfort food. This rainbow carrot ricotta tart is one of my favorite low calorie vegetarian meals.
Ricotta Tart with Rainbow Carrots Recipe
40. Easy Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry
36g protein, 335 calories. This Chinese-style, low-carb chicken and broccoli stir-fry is a great healthier version of a take-out favorite. Made with skinless chicken breasts, a great lean protein choice. Pair this great recipe with cauliflower rice for a low carb high protein meal!
Easy Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry Recipe
41. Air Fryer Teriyaki Tofu
24g protein, 352 calories. This crispy tofu recipe is full of flavor and makes a great vegan high protein meal. This simple dish can be prepared in an air fryer, pan fried, or baked in an oven. Great for meal prep, too!
Air Fryer Teriyaki Tofu Recipe
42. Baked Turkey Meatballs
18g protein, 114 calories. Lean ground turkey and parmesan cheese make these low fat, low calorie meatballs a delicious meal plan option. A great choice when meal prepping high-protein dinners!
Baked Turkey Meatballs Recipe
43. Healthy Scrambled Eggs with Veggies
32g protein, 342 calories in a double serving. Egg scrambles with veggies are easy low calorie meals, and this recipe take it up a notch by adding nutritional yeast. Great way to use leftover veggies, and this quick meal works well with egg whites, too!
Healthy Scrambled Eggs with Veggies Recipe
44. Shrimp Poke Bowl
23g protein, 346 calories. This homemade shrimp poke bowl recipe is full of buttery sautéed shrimp, pickled cucumber salad, brown rice, and topped with a delicious honey soy dressing. A fun and healthy 15 minute weeknight dinner!
Shrimp Poke Bowl Recipe
45. Low Carb Protein Pizza
22g protein and 197 calories in half of this recipe. Much better macros than fast food pizza! This quick recipe for low carb gluten free pizza uses high quality sauce and cheese, and has added protein for a filling, delicious low calorie meal.
Low Carb Protein Pizza Recipe
46. Keto Kung Pao Chicken
37g protein, 300 calories. This Keto Kung Pao Chicken has all the classic sweet, spicy, and salty flavors you love with fewer calories and carbs. Add this to your list of high protein dinners!
Keto Kung Pao Chicken Recipe
47. Turkey Bolognese Greek-Style
33g protein, 296 calories. This healthy and delicious Greek-inspired turkey bolognese is perfect served over zucchini noodles or your favorite pasta, rice, or potatoes. Prepare this meat sauce ahead for a quick high protein meal!
Turkey Bolognese Greek-Style Recipe
48. Spinach Protein Wraps
15g protein, 81 calories, and 1g net carb for the unfilled wrap. This low calorie spinach wrap is made with plant-based protein for easy, high protein vegan meals. Try this filled with red bell peppers, black beans, zucchini, red onion, and hummus for a delicious high protein lunch!
Spinach Protein Wraps Recipe
49. Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats
40g protein, 298 calories in a double portion. Simple ingredients with a spicy twist make this zucchini boat recipe a delicious option for low-carb diets. A great way to use leftover chicken, too!
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe
50. Pumpkin Kale Pizza
28g protein, 296 calories in two pieces. This gluten free pizza has a high protein base topped with mozzarella, pumpkin, kale, and pine nuts. One of my best easy high protein low calorie meals!
Pumpkin Kale Pizza Recipe
51. Chicken Detox Soup
38g protein and 272 calories in two cups. This easy chicken and vegetable soup recipe is comforting, flavorful, and loaded with protein. Great as a low calorie meal prep option for a high protein diet!
Chicken Detox Soup Recipe
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Andréa Marchese says
Hi Leslie,
Each of the recipes should have storage notes for that particular recipe. These link out to other recipe websites, so I can't say for sure for all of them. Hope this list is helpful! :)
Andréa
Leslie Acevedo says
Hi!
Your recipes look amazing. Can I freeze the meals?
Thank you, Leslie