Are you struggling to find high-protein meal prep ideas? Don’t worry, I got you! In this blog post, you will find 25 of the best easy high protein meal prep ideas for you to try so you can reach your goals and eat like a pro!
Easy High Protein Meal Prep Ideas
1. High Protein Spaghetti Casserole
This High Protein Spaghetti Casserole is great for meal prep and is absolutely delicious! It makes ten servings, which means you are covered for the whole week and can freeze the other half of it for another week! Just make sure you get good freezer meal prep containers like these!
2. Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
If you are looking for easy high protein meal prep ideas that are super easy to put together and don’t require much time, you should definitely give this garlic parmesan chicken pasta a try! It is high in protein and bursting with delicious flavor!
3. Bacon Ranch Ground Chicken Quesadillas
Who says you can’t have quesadillas and still reach your goals? This high protein bacon ranch ground chicken quesadilla is the perfect meal prep option because it only requires five ingredients, and you can make them in large batches! I definitely recommend the yogurt dipping sauce on the side! You can also pack some salsa and light sour cream on the side if the yogurt dip isn’t your thing.
4. Air Fryer Steak Bites
These yummy steak bites will absolutely blow you away! They are super quick and easy to make in an air fryer, and you can pair them with so many different things! Veggies, potatoes, rice, the possibilities are endless!
5. Buffalo Chicken Dip
If you need easy high protein meal prep ideas that are out of the usual, give this buffalo chicken dip a try! It’s ooey, gooey, melty, and super high in protein! Pair it with some chips made from these wraps in the air fryer for an extra protein punch!
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6. Green Chicken Enchiladas
I absolutely love enchiladas, and these high protein green enchiladas are no exception! They are super delicious and great for meal prep because they make multiple servings at one time! Simply portion each enchilada into a meal prep container, and viola! I also recommend packing some salsa and light sour cream or nonfat Greek yogurt in separate reusable ramekins like these!
7. High Protein Chicken Pasta Salad
Pasta salad is great for meal prep, especially during the hot summer months! It is also a great option if you are working somewhere where you don’t have access to a microwave to warm up your meal! What makes this pasta salad different from traditional pasta salad is that it is high in protein, so it will keep you totally full until your next meal!
8. High Protein Cheeseburger Crunchers
If you are craving cheeseburgers, these high protein cheeseburger crunchers are going to be your new go-to! They are incredibly easy to make and uber delicious! Pair it with some veggies to get those micronutrients in, and make sure not to forget the dipping sauce!
9. High Protein Cottage Cheese Queso
Who ever thought you could make a healthy queso? Thanks to this delicious high protein cottage cheese queso, you can give into your cheese dip cravings and still reach your goals! It is also super satisfying since it’s high protein! Pair it with some of these protein tortilla chips for even more protein! I recommend portioning it out into these awesome meal prep bowls!
10. Protein French Toast
French toast is a staple in almost every household, but it has long been known to be one of the less healthy options available. Luckily, it is back on the table even when you are trying to reach your goals! These make an epic high protein breakfast for every day of the week!
11. Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Quesadilla
Here is another great high protein quesadilla recipe you will definitely want to add to your rotation! You can easily split this quesadilla in half and make two meals out of it. This means you would only need to double the recipe to make two of these to last you through the week or meal prep another meal to mix things up.
12. Shrimp Egg Roll in a Bowl
If you love Asian food, this shrimp egg roll in a bowl is the perfect meal prep option for you! It is high in protein and also jam-packed with nutrients, thanks to the yummy veggies! I recommend drizzling it with this skinny yum yum sauce for an extra burst of flavor! Just make sure you pack the sauce in a separate container so it doesn’t get soggy!
13. High Protein Turkey Taco Pie
Are you looking for something to do with that ground turkey you have lying in your fridge because you wanted to start eating healthy and bought it on a whim? Well, this turkey taco pie is the perfect way to use it! It portions out super easily into meal prep containers, and you can easily get two weeks’ worth of meals if you freeze half of the pie!
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14. High Protein Pasta Carbonara
Here is another great pasta recipe for your meal prep!! Pasta carbonara is one of my favorites, but I usually avoid it because it never has enough protein. But now, thanks to this version, that has all changed! This one is definitely likely to become your new favorite!
15. Cheesy Rotisserie Chicken Burritos
Burritos are a great meal prep option, and these high protein cheesy rotisserie chicken burritos are probably one of my favorites!! They are super yummy and pack about 40g of protein in each one! You definitely want to eat one of these every day of the week!
16. Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Here is another great air fryer recipe for meal prep! If you don’t have an air fryer yet, you should definitely consider one! They make putting great meal prep recipes like this one super easy and allow you to make delicious food to last you the week in minutes! These garlic parmesan air fryer chicken tenders are so yummy and super versatile, so you can pair them with just about anything!
17. 5 Ingredient Pizza Quesadillas
Craving pizza? I’ve got you! These 5 ingredient pizza quesadillas are super easy to prepare, and you can make a large enough batch to last you the week in no time! You can easily add more protein to these by adding some shredded or canned chicken or extra pepperoni.
18. High Protein Chicken Crunchwrap
I absolutely love crunchwraps, but the nutrition facts are not so much! They don’t have enough protein to make it an everyday staple, so I usually only eat them on occasion. Luckily, with this recipe, I can get my crunchwrap fix every single day if I want! If you aren’t a fan of the chicken, you can totally swap it out for lean or extra lean ground beef without it making much change.
19. Healthy Baked Ziti
This healthy baked ziti may be your new go-to meal prep recipe! It comes together super quickly, is loaded with protein, and makes a ton of servings at once! Pair it with this hot dog bun garlic bread for the ultimate taste of Italy!
20. High protein Meal Prep Breakfast Bowls
If you are looking for more easy high protein meal prep ideas for breakfast, I’ve got you covered! These high protein meal prep breakfast bowls make it super easy to have the ultimate breakfast that will keep you satisfied until lunchtime!
21. Buffalo Chicken Bites
Here is another great buffalo chicken recipe for you to try out! These buffalo chicken bites are a whopping 26g of protein per serving and make the perfect meal prep for lunch, dinner, or even a snack! Don’t forget to pack some light ranch or blue cheese!
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22. 4 Ingredient Protein Bars
If you are looking for easy, high, protein meal prep ideas for a quick snack on the go, look no further! These four-ingredient protein bars are super delicious and incredibly easy to make! They are also much healthier than the processed protein bars you find at the store.
23. High Protein Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are perfect for meal prep because they are so incredibly easy to make! You literally put all of your ingredients into each individual mason jar, seal the lid, and let them sit overnight. By morning, you have breakfast that is so delicious you will think you are eating dessert!
24. High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Ok, we have a few buffalo chicken recipes on here, but this one takes the cake! This high protein buffalo chicken mac and cheese is perfect for lunch or dinner meal prep, and it’s also healthy enough to fit into your plan. That’s what I’m talking about!
25. High Protein Chicken Alfredo
I never thought chicken alfredo would ever be a meal prep option, but I was so wrong! If you love chicken alfredo, you definitely want to try out this high protein version! Not only is it high in protein, but it’s also low in fat. Win-Win!
