12 Quick and Easy High-Protein Dinner Recipes to Try Tonight

If you’re anything like me, dinnertime can be a bit of a scramble. After a long day, I want something delicious, filling, and—most importantly—quick to make. That’s why I’ve rounded up 12 quick and easy high-protein dinner recipes to try tonight.

These meals are not just packed with protein but also loaded with flavor and simple enough to whip up on a busy evening. Whether you’re a fan of chicken, seafood, beef, or plant-based options, there’s something here for everyone.

Let’s dive right into these fantastic recipes so you can get dinner on the table in no time!

1. Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken

This juicy chicken dish is light, zesty, and packed with protein.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Brush the marinade over the chicken breasts.
4. Grill the chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
5. Serve with a side of veggies or a fresh salad.

2. Turkey Taco Bowls

A healthier twist on classic tacos, these bowls are both satisfying and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels
• Toppings: diced avocado, salsa, shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook the ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
2. Stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
3. In a bowl, layer quinoa, turkey, black beans, and corn.
4. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!

3. Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zoodles

A low-carb, high-protein dish that’s bursting with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium zucchini, spiralized
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
2. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2–3 minutes per side.
3. Toss in the zucchini noodles and season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook for another 2 minutes and serve immediately.

4. Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

A takeout favorite made healthier at home.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:

1. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
2. Add the beef and cook until browned, about 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Add broccoli to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Return the beef to the skillet and stir in soy sauce and oyster sauce.
5. Serve over rice or noodles.

5. Baked Salmon with Dill Yogurt Sauce

A fresh and healthy option that’s ready in no time.

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• Juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Place the salmon on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until cooked through.
4. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, dill, and lemon juice. Serve with the salmon.

6. Lentil and Spinach Curry

A hearty, plant-based dinner loaded with protein and flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried lentils
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 2 cups fresh spinach

Instructions:

1. Cook lentils in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
2. In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
3. Stir in curry powder and cooked lentils.
4. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
5. Serve with naan or rice.

7. Chicken Caesar Wraps

A quick and portable dinner option.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 large tortillas
• Romaine lettuce leaves

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix chicken, Caesar dressing, and Parmesan cheese.
2. Lay a tortilla flat and place a few lettuce leaves in the center.
3. Add the chicken mixture and roll up the tortilla.
4. Slice in half and serve.

8. Spicy Tuna Poke Bowls

A light and refreshing meal packed with protein.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound sushi-grade tuna, diced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sriracha
• 2 cups cooked rice
• Toppings: avocado, cucumber, seaweed salad

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix tuna, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha.
2. Scoop rice into a bowl and top with the tuna mixture.
3. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy.

9. Greek Chicken Skewers

Perfect for grilling or baking, these skewers are full of Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for 30 minutes.
2. Thread chicken onto skewers.
3. Grill or bake at 375°F for 20 minutes, turning halfway.

10. Quinoa and Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

A colorful and satisfying vegetarian option.

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 cup black beans
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Mix quinoa, black beans, corn, and cheese in a bowl.
3. Stuff the bell pepper halves with the mixture.
4. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until peppers are tender.

11. Honey Garlic Pork Chops

These chops are sweet, savory, and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 4 pork chops
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:

1. Mix honey, soy sauce, and garlic in a bowl.
2. Brush the mixture over the pork chops.
3. Cook the chops in a skillet over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side.

12. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast

A fancy yet easy dinner option.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with spinach and feta.
3. Secure with toothpicks.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken for 2 minutes per side.
5. Transfer to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.

Conclusion

Enjoy these protein-packed meals! They’re quick, easy, and perfect for any night of the week.