Protein is an important macronutrient that supports muscle growth, satiety and weight loss. And putting together a protein-packed meal doesn’t have to be time consuming. Whether it’s a savory one-pan chicken dish or sweet French toast, these 11 recipes can all be made in 30 minutes or less and contain at least 17 (and up to 42) grams of protein per serving for less than 375 calories.
1. CHICKEN AND AVOCADO ZUCCHINI NOODLE BOWL | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 261; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 67mg; Sodium: 407mg; Carbohydrate: 15g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 29g
2. PROTEIN-PACKED BREAKFAST BURRITOS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 371; Total Fat: 22g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 391mg; Sodium: 565mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 27g
3. SMASHED AVOCADO WITH SMOKED SALMON & RED ONION | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 281; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 20mg; Sodium: 171mg; Carbohydrate: 23g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 21g
4. LEMON CHICKEN AND ARTICHOKE SKILLET | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 371; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 124mg; Sodium: 511mg; Carbohydrate: 14g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 42g
5. TOFU AND VEGGIE SAUSAGE SCRAMBLE WITH TURMERIC | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 191; Total Fat: 8.6g; Saturated Fat: 0.5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 300mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 20g
6. ONE-PAN CHICKEN WITH GREEN BEANS & TOMATOES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 291; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 143mg; Sodium: 168mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 36g
7. POWER GREENS BREAKFAST SKILLET | ELLE PENNER
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 285; Total Fat: 16g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 271mg; Sodium: 357mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 17g
8. MINI BELL PEPPER NACHOS | LOVE & ZEST
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 228; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 47mg; Sodium: 232mg; Carbohydrate: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 18g
9. FRENCH TOAST STICKS | FIT FOODIE FINDS
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 272; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 279mg; Sodium: 375mg; Carbohydrate: 29g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 18g
10. CREAMY MAC N CHEESE WITH CHICKEN AND BABY KALE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 317; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 64mg; Sodium: 408mg; Carbohydrate: 28g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 30g
11. QUICK & EASY EGG SANDWICH | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 369; Total Fat: 21g; Saturated Fat: 8g; Monounsaturated Fat: 8g; Cholesterol: 241mg; Sodium: 464mg; Carbohydrate: 27g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 18g
