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25 High-Protein Dinners That the Whole Family Will Love

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Leah Goggins Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Updated September 10, 2022
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Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole
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These healthy, high-protein dinners are sure to leave everyone feeling plenty satisfied before bed. Research suggests that you should aim to get 10 to 35% of your calories from protein. Each of these recipes contains at least 15 grams of protein per serving to help you and your family meet their nutritional goals. High-protein dinner ideas like our Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole and One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan are tasty, satisfying meals that everyone at the table can enjoy.

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Curry Chicken Potpie

Curry Chicken Potpie
Credit: Greg DuPree
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Here, the crust goes on the top instead of the bottom, inverting the classic chicken potpie recipe, so be sure to get the one that comes as a roll instead of already in a tin.

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Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole

Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole
Credit: Jason Donnelly
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Ground beef and cauliflower combine to create a hearty weeknight casserole that both kids and adults will love. Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream.

 

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One-Skillet Cheesy Ground Chicken Pasta

One-Skillet Cheesy Ground Chicken Pasta
Credit: Victor Protasio
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Make this cheesy ground chicken pasta recipe for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve with a simple side salad and a glass of red wine.

 

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One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan

One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan
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This lentil-vegetable soup is packed with kale and tomatoes for a filling, flavorful main dish. If you have it, the Parmesan cheese rind adds nuttiness and gives the broth some body.

 

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Build-Your-Own Grilled Cheese

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It's called a grilled cheese, so why not make it on the grill? Multiply this recipe by the number of people you're serving, then set out all the toppings and let everyone make their own creations.

 

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One-Pot Beef Stroganoff

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This one-pot beef stroganoff recipe cuts down on dishes, but not on flavor! Mixed mushrooms and sirloin steak layer on the umami flavors, while sour cream with a hint of Dijon mustard carries the sauce. Coating the steak in baking soda before cooking helps to tenderize it, but you can skip this step to speed things up if needed.

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One-Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

One-Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
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The whole family is sure to love this one-pot spaghetti recipe! The sausage, chicken broth and white wine impart slow-cooked flavors in this quick-cooking ragu. As the pasta sauce thickens, you'll want to scrape the bottom of the pot to prevent the sauce and pasta from sticking and to help the pasta cook evenly.

 

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One-Pot Chicken Pasta with Cajun Seasonings

One-Pot Chicken Pasta with Cajun Seasonings
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This one-pot chicken pasta dish with Cajun seasonings is a snap to whip up. Here we use the technique of stirring often to help the starches release for natural creaminess. We love the spicy flavor profile of Cajun seasoning, but you can substitute different spices depending on what you have on hand.

 

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Ground Beef & Potatoes Skillet

Ground Beef & Potatoes Skillet
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In this healthy dinner recipe, ground beef and potatoes are paired with colorful veggies, including kale, tomato and peppers. Everything is cooked in one skillet, which allows for layers of flavor to build quickly while also cutting back on the number of dishes.

 

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White Chicken Chili Casserole

White Chicken Chili Casserole
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This easy, one-skillet casserole is packed with heat thanks to two kinds of peppers, poblanos and jalapeño. If you want to increase the spice level, leave the seeds in the jalapeño. Finish with your favorite toppings like Cheddar, cilantro and crumbled tortilla chips.

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Fajita-Inspired Chicken-Stuffed Peppers

Fajita-Inspired Chicken Stuffed Peppers
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These chicken-stuffed peppers feature a delicious blend of savory ingredients that closely resemble the flavors of chicken fajitas. The chicken and bean filling fits neatly into a nice, sweet pepper with a cheesy topping. Packaged brown rice makes this dinner super easy, but leftover rice will work just as well!

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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers

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These healthy Buffalo chicken stuffed peppers are bursting with flavor. The heat from the hot sauce, the tang from the yogurt and the perfectly crisp-tender bell pepper all come together perfectly in this easy low-carb dinner.

 

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Roast Za'atar Chicken Thighs with Broccoli & Potatoes

Roast Za'atar Chicken Thighs with Broccoli & Potatoes
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The broiler is the key to getting this za'atar chicken golden in color without overcooking the meat—after the chicken roasts, the broiler blasts the top, crisping the skin.

 

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Chicken Casserole with Pineapple, Peppers & Rice

Chicken Casserole with Pineapple, Peppers & Rice
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Precooked brown rice adds a boost of protein and fiber to this healthy casserole while also saving prep time. Pineapple and red bell pepper provide color throughout the dish and lend a sweet flavor to counterbalance the fresh ginger and soy sauce.

 

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One-Pan Baked Chicken & Potatoes

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With just one skillet, you can make baked chicken and potatoes with ease. The chicken cooks directly on top of the potatoes to add flavor while also cutting down on the number of dishes to clean.

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Shakshuka (Eggs Poached in Spicy Tomato Sauce)

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Shakshuka is a veggie-packed meal featuring eggs cooked in a mixture of tomatoes, onions, peppers and spices. It's often served for breakfast or lunch in North Africa and the Middle East.

 

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Cacio e Pepe Pasta with Peas

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The sauce for this pasta dish is just cheese and pepper (aka cacio e pepe in Italian). Try this with kids as a simple yet sophisticated alternative to standard mac and cheese. Lots of black pepper adds a touch of heat, priming picky palates for spicier food.

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One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Broccoli

One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Broccoli
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Shrimp cooks quickly in this easy, one-pot recipe, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve over whole grains or rice.

 

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Homemade Crunchwraps

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Ground turkey stands in for beef in this homemade "Crunchwrap" that tastes just like it came from Taco Bell. Finish with your favorite toppings like cilantro, avocado or pico de gallo.

 

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One-Skillet Bourbon Chicken

One-Skillet Bourbon Chicken
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Coating the chicken in cornstarch might seem like an extra step, but the reward is twofold: it gives the chicken a crispy exterior and also thickens the sauce. Legend has it that bourbon chicken was originally named after Bourbon Street in New Orleans; it can often be found on menus at Chinese American restaurants.

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Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie

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Fresh herbs, Worcestershire sauce and ground pepper carry the flavor in this quick-cooking shepherd's pie with a sweet potato topping. Ground beef adds a rich, savory flavor, but ground turkey or ground meat substitute would work well too.

 

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Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta with Chicken

Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta with Chicken
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If you love warm spinach and artichoke dip, then you'll love that we turned this classic dip into a creamy pasta dish with chicken. And here's what's almost as good as the flavor of this comforting dish: the fact that this healthy dinner takes just 20 minutes to prepare.

 

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30-Minute Mini Meatloaves with Whipped Cauliflower & Green Beans

Mini Meatloaves with Whipped Cauliflower and Green Beans
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Comfort food but make it fast! This recipe incorporates a number of pantry ingredients and shortcuts like frozen cauliflower and steam-in-the-bag green beans to cut way down on prep time. Baking the meatloaf in a muffin tin reduces cook time by more than half and makes portion control easy.

 

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Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole

Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole
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This creamy low-carb Buffalo chicken and cauliflower casserole is spicy and satisfying. Cauliflower and celery add a tender-crisp bite while a sprinkle of blue cheese on top adds a savory finish.

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Skillet Honey-Lemon Chicken Thighs with Potatoes

Honey-Lemon Chicken Thighs with Potatoes
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Moist chicken thighs, tender potatoes and a bright honey-lemon sauce cook together in this flavorful one-pan dinner. It's tasty enough for company, yet easy enough for a weeknight.

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    1 of 25 Curry Chicken Potpie
    2 of 25 Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole
    3 of 25 One-Skillet Cheesy Ground Chicken Pasta
    4 of 25 One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan
    5 of 25 Build-Your-Own Grilled Cheese
    6 of 25 One-Pot Beef Stroganoff
    7 of 25 One-Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
    8 of 25 One-Pot Chicken Pasta with Cajun Seasonings
    9 of 25 Ground Beef & Potatoes Skillet
    10 of 25 White Chicken Chili Casserole
    11 of 25 Fajita-Inspired Chicken-Stuffed Peppers
    12 of 25 Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
    13 of 25 Roast Za'atar Chicken Thighs with Broccoli & Potatoes
    14 of 25 Chicken Casserole with Pineapple, Peppers & Rice
    15 of 25 One-Pan Baked Chicken & Potatoes
    16 of 25 Shakshuka (Eggs Poached in Spicy Tomato Sauce)
    17 of 25 Cacio e Pepe Pasta with Peas
    18 of 25 One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Broccoli
    19 of 25 Homemade Crunchwraps
    20 of 25 One-Skillet Bourbon Chicken
    21 of 25 Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie
    22 of 25 Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta with Chicken
    23 of 25 30-Minute Mini Meatloaves with Whipped Cauliflower & Green Beans
    24 of 25 Buffalo Chicken & Cauliflower Casserole
    25 of 25 Skillet Honey-Lemon Chicken Thighs with Potatoes

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