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14 High-Protein & Flavorful Dinners

14 High-Protein & Flavorful Dinners

Plus more dinner ideas!

Rhys
March 16, 2025

You ever take a bite of plain chicken and rice and think, at least it’s fuel for my body? Yeah, that’s not my style. Let’s raise the bar a bit shall we?

These 14 dinners bring the protein and the flavor—because eating well shouldn’t feel like a chore. Whether you’re fueling up for the gym, need more energy during the day or just trying to stay full past 8 PM, these recipes have your back.

Let’s get in to it!
Rhys

14 High-Protein & Flavorful Dinners

1. Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken

Juicy, citrusy chicken over a protein-packed mashed-potato and spinach base.

Charbroiled Chicken by Idaho's Rib & Chop House (Link)

Grilled, marinated chicken seasoned to perfection. Served with sautéed spinach and garlic mashed potatoes.
1h • 4 servings

2. Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowls with Jasmine Rice

Thinly sliced marinated beef caramelized to perfection with a side of jasmine rice.

Bulgogi Beef Bowl by Cafe Alyce / Bar Alyce (Link)

Marinated beef | jasmine rice | peppers | chili sauce | kimchi
1h • 4 servings

3. Honey Garlic Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Sweet, garlicky glazed salmon paired with crispy Brussels sprouts.

Crispy Seared Salmon by Bar Virgile (Link)

Garlic Mashers, Brussels Sprouts, Balsamic Reduction
45m • 4 servings

4. Spicy Tofu & Black Bean Tacos with Cabbage Slaw

Crispy spiced tofu and black beans tucked into warm tortillas with slaw.

Tumeric Tofu Tacos by Umana Yana (Link)

soft corn tacos stuffed with lightly fried tofu, spicy cabbage & potato topped with salsa & African pepper sauce served with sweet plantains
30m • 4 servings

5. Chourico Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Melt-in-your-mouth pan-seared chicken nestled with a perfectly roasted sweet potato.

Pan Roasted Statler Chicken Breast by Malt (Link)

SWEET POTATO, CHOURICO, VEGETABLE HASH, ROASTED CHICKEN SAUCE
45m • 2 servings

6. Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Artichoke Hearts

Tender, juicy steak bites cooked in garlicky butter with sauteed artichoke hearts.

Garlic Crusted Flat Iron Steak by The Court of Two Sisters (Link)

Gremolata, Blue Potatoes, Artichoke Hearts, Crawfish
1h • 4 servings

7. Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Lime Slaw

Zesty, spicy shrimp tucked into warm tortillas with a refreshing slaw.

Crispy Shrimp Taco by California Dreaming (Link)

Jicama slaw, chipotle mayo, tomatoes, pickled onions, scallions, queso fresco
45m • 4 servings

8. Za'atar Roasted Chicken with Honey Coriander Glazed Carrots

Middle Eastern-spiced chicken with glazed carrots and a grilled scallion vinaigrette.

Spatchcock Grilled Chicken by Mise en Place (Link)

Za’atar spice rub grilled, harissa roast fingerling potatoes, preserved lemon grilled scallion vinaigrette, honey coriander glazed carrots, pomegranate molasses.
1h 30m • 4 servings

9. Teriyaki Pork Chops with Stir-Fried Veggies

Sweet and savory glazed pork chops with a side of crunchy veggies.

Pork Chop by The Twisted Fork (Link)

Salmon creek farms pork chops, spicy thai peanut glaze, wasabi potato puree, stir fry vegetables.
45m • 4 servings

10. Seared Ahi Tuna with Edamame & Brown Rice

Perfectly seared tuna steaks with a protein-boosting edamame and rice combo.

Sesame Ahi Tuna by Smack Shack (Link)

Edamame Mash, Seaweed Salad, Chili Crisp
35m • 2 servings

11. Roasted Cauliflower & Avocado Buddha Bowl

Crispy, spiced cauliflower served with creamy avocado and vibrant veggies.

Buddha Bowl by Cardero's Restaurant (Link)

Quinoa, hummus, roasted cauliflower, beets & yams, grilled avocado, broccolini & kale salad.
1h • 2 servings

12. Spicy Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry with Brown Rice

A nutty, spicy, and savory stir-fry loaded with protein and crunch.

Spicy Peanut Chicken Noodles by Louie's Wine Dive and Kitchen 119 (Link)

braised chicken, spicy peanut sauce, rice noodles, marinated shiitake mushrooms, purple cabbage, roasted peanuts, sesame seeds, cilantro
30m • 4 servings

Authors note: sub rice noodles for brown rice cooked in broth for heightened flavor