Save time & money with our NEW Meal Planner!

Save time & money with Meal Planner!

12 Work-From-Home Lunches With up to 48 Grams of Protein

Published February 1, 2021
3 minute read
Chicken and Kimchi-Kale Stir-Fry
Published February 1, 2021
3 minute read
In This Article

The nice thing about working from home is you’re not far from your kitchen. When the space is organized well and stocked with nutritious pantry staples, not only is healthy eating easier, but it’s also more enjoyable and budget-friendly. These high-protein lunches can easily be made ahead of time (or during your lunch break) to keep you full and energized. From low-carb chicken fajitas to colorful veggie-packed stir-fries, these lunch recipes all contain up to 48 grams of protein per serving.

Discover and log these recipes and more in the MyFitnessPal app!

1. CHICKEN FAJITAS LETTUCE WRAP | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Chicken Fajitas Lettuce Wraps

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 402; Total Fat: 20g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 10g; Cholesterol: 93mg; Sodium: 481mg; Carbohydrate: 20g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 35g

2. CHICKEN AND KIMCHI-KALE STIR-FRY | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Chicken and Kimchi-Kale Stir-Fry

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 220; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 83mg; Sodium: 147mg; Carbohydrate: 10g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 29g

3. SLOW COOKER CHICKEN RATATOUILLE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Slow Cooker Ratatouille Chicken

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 236; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 73mg; Sodium: 63mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 25g

4. ZUCCHINI-HUMMUS CHICKEN WRAP | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Zucchini-Hummus Chicken Wrap

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 248; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 38mg; Sodium: 556mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 13g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 18g

5. INSTANT POT MINESTRONE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Instant Pot Minestrone

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 338; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 660mg; Carbohydrate: 53g; Dietary Fiber: 12g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 14g

6. CURRIED EGG SALAD LETTUCE WRAPS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Curried Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 212; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 278mg; Sodium: 686mg; Carbohydrate: 5g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 12g

7. SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Sweet and Sour Chicken

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 275; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 70mg; Sodium: 582mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 26g

8. GROUND TURKEY KEEMA AND PEAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES 

Ground Turkey Keema and Peas

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 219; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 78mg; Sodium: 360mg; Carbohydrate: 5g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 23g

9. THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS PANINI | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Thanksgiving Leftovers Panini

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 463; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 82mg; Sodium: 940mg; Carbohydrate: 32g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 11g; Protein: 38g

10. GREEK ORZO & CHICKEN SKILLET | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Greek Chicken & Orzo Skillet

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 407; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 96mg; Sodium: 618mg; Carbohydrate: 49g; Dietary Fiber: 8g; Sugar: 4g; Protein 39g

11. GREEN BEANS AND TOFU WITH PEANUTS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Green Beans and Tofu With Peanuts

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 197; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 268mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 10g

12. SHRIMP & ASPARAGUS ZOODLE PASTA | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Shrimp & Asparagus Zoodle Pasta

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 352; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 361mg; Sodium: 727mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 48g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

About the Authors

Meet the people behind the post

Related articles

More inspiration for you

14 minute read
Looking for snacks to satisfy your cravings? We asked MyFitnessPal Registered Dietitians to share
9 minute read
Learn the basics of home cooking with our guide, covering essential tips, techniques, and
8 minute read
Learn the signs of low fiber intake, easy ways to boost your fiber naturally,
5 minute read
Get help reducing mealtime stress—plus, maybe even help you save some time and money,
In This Article
Recent posts
14 minute read
Looking for snacks to satisfy your cravings? We asked MyFitnessPal Registered Dietitians to share
9 minute read
Learn the basics of home cooking with our guide, covering essential tips, techniques, and
8 minute read
Learn the signs of low fiber intake, easy ways to boost your fiber naturally,