21 Summer Lazy High Protein Clean Eating Meals
When you want a dependable set of recipes without searching through dozens of pages, this collection brings the ideas together in one place. The recipes are arranged in a new order, and each entry includes ingredients and step-by-step instructions so you can choose what fits your kitchen and schedule.
1. Crockpot Chicken Tacos
Crockpot Chicken Tacos is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT300M · Total: PT315M · Yield: [’12’, ’12 tortillas’]
These crockpot chicken tacos are effortless and delicious. A high protein and low-carb meal perfect for any night of the week. They’re flavorful, delicious and so easy to assemble.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 16 oz chunky salsa
- 1/2 lime’s juice
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 tortillas (Mission Carb Balance)
- 2 avocados (mashed)
- 4 tbsp sour cream
- 1 lime (sliced)
- Fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients into the slow cooker except for tortillas and toppings. Mix everything, making sure the spices and salsa mixture all cover the chicken breasts.
- Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or for 6 hours on a low function.
- Once the chicken is tender, shred it using two forks. Give the whole mixture a good stir and cook for an additional 1 hour. This time, keep the lid slightly ajar to let the moisture evaporate.
- Slightly toast your tortillas on a stovetop. Do about 20-30 seconds per side until they brown up a little bit and warm. You can use a slight amount of oil.
- Top each tortilla with chicken. Top up with avocado mash, sour cream, lime slices, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
2. Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps (Low Calorie) is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT13M · Total: PT28M · Yield: [‘5’, ‘5 lettuce wraps’]
These teriyaki chicken lettuce wraps are crunchy, umami, and sweet. They’re low calorie, great for meal prep, high protein and dairy-free.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (preferably low sodium)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- Sweet gem lettuce
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- green onion (sliced)
Instructions
- Start by combining soy sauce, water, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, ginger, and garlic in a bowl.
- Now, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add in chicken and cook it for 5 minutes on one side. After, flip the chicken with a spatula and cook for additional 3 minutes. The chicken should be slightly brown.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and cover all the chicken. Lower the heat and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens up.
- Layout your sweet gem lettuce leaves and fill them up with teriyaki chicken.
- Top with sesame seeds and green onion.
3. Chili Chicken Stir Fry
Chili Chicken Stir Fry is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT20M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]
Spicy, flavorful, and quick to make—this chili chicken stir fry is the perfect gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein, and low-carb meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts (skinless and boneless, thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 green bell peppers (thinly sliced)
- 1 white onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 14 oz cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and black pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with avocado oil. Add in the chicken and cook for 7-10, stirring throughout.
- Now, add in green bell peppers, onion, and garlic cloves. Stir well to combine all of the ingredients. Pour in the 2 cans of diced tomatoes, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Lower the heat if you feel it’s burning up.
- Stir well and make sure the chicken is fully cooked and the peppers are soft before removing from the stove. Garnish with parmesan before serving.
4. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Cook: PT25M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]
These delicious garlic butter chicken bites with asparagus is an easy one pan meal. Gluten-free, high in protein and keto-friendly.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts (skinless and boneless, cut into bite-sized chunks)
- 2 bunches of asparagus (rinsed and trimmed)
- 1/2 cup butter (divided)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced, divided)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp Crushed red chili pepper flakes
- 1 lemon (sliced)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 tbsp onion powder
Instructions
- Cover chicken with chicken seasoning ingredients and let it sit.
- Place a saucepan filled with water over high heat and bring to boil. Add the asparagus for 2 minutes until it’s blanched. Then, remove them from boiling water and place them in ice-cold water.
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add in 1/4 of cup of butter. Then, add in chicken and stir-fry until the chicken turn golden brown. Should take around 7-10 minutes.
- Lower the temperature and add in 2 minced garlic cloves and Italian seasoning. Stir and cook until garlic is fragrant, it should take around 1 minute.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In case the skillet is too small, brown the chicken in 2 batches.
- Now, add the remaining 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, pour in the chicken broth and bring to simmer. Add the remaining 1/4 cup of butter, squeeze in the juices of the lemon, then add Sriracha sauce, chopped parsley and crushed red chili pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Now, add in the asparagus and toss for 2-3 minutes to cook it up inside the skillet. Push it to the side and add the chicken back into the skillet, cook until it reheats (1-2 minutes).
- Remove from the heat, garnish with lemon slices and serve immediately.
5. Baked Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs
Baked Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT15M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 foil packets’]
Enjoy baked shrimp and tender-crisp broccoli is seasoned with bold, zesty flavors—all wrapped up in an easy, no-mess foil pack. High in protein, Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
Ingredients
- 1 lb medium raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 large head of broccoli (cut into florets)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp chicken broth (divided)
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425F. Prepare a baking sheet.
- Cut aluminium foil into two square 14’’x14’’ sheets. Lay them down.
- In a small bowl, combine all the seasoning ingredients.
- Then, cover the shrimp with the spice mix. Place the shrimp in the middle of the aluminium sheets, dividing evenly.
- Place broccoli florets on one side of the shrimp, add garlic over the shrimp and broccoli, and squeeze over the lemon juice.
- Cover each stack with 1 tbsp of butter and 1 tbsp of chicken broth on each.
- Wrap the packets and make sure you don’t wrap them too tightly.
- Transfer onto the baking sheet and bake in the oven for 15 minutes until the shrimp has cooked through.
- Unwrap the foil packets and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
6. Salmon Stir Fry
Easy Salmon Stir Fry is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT15M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]
Umami and sweet this Easy Salmon Stir Fry is gluten-free (with coconut aminos), dairy-free, and high in protein. So easy and delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon
- A pinch of salt
- A pinch of black pepper
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 carrots (sliced)
- 1 medium red onion (sliced)
- 1 zucchini (sliced and halved)
- 8 mushrooms (halved)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 3 green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Remove the skin from the salmon and cut it into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Chop the veggies.
- Combine all the ingredients for the sauce.
Salmon
- Heat a wok to medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add in the salmon and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden. Be gentle to make sure the salmon doesn’t break apart.
- Gently remove the salmon into a bowl.
Veggies
- Add the carrots into the wok and let them cook for 2-3 minutes. Then add in the onions, and let them cook for 2 minutes.
- Finally add in the rest of the vegetables and cook for 4-5 minutes.
Sauce
- Pour the sauce mixture into the wok. Stir to cover all the vegetables. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- Gently add in the cooked salmon and toss lightly.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.
7. Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl
Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Cook: PT10M · Total: PT15M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 bowls’]
This Buffalo Chicken Cottage Cheese Bowl delivers spicy buffalo flavor with creamy cottage cheese—high in protein, low in carbs, and keto-friendly!
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts (skinless and boneless)
- 4 tbsp Buffalo wing sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 small stalks celery (diced)
- 1 carrot (shredded)
- 4 tbsp Ranch dressing
- Green onion (chopped)
Instructions
- Add chicken breasts to a saucepan, submerge them in water, and place the pan over medium-high heat. Bring the water to a boil and lower the heat, boiling until the chicken is fully cooked. It should take around 10 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the saucepan and shred it with two forks.
- Add Buffalo wing sauce to the chicken and toss until the chicken is well coated.
- Divide cottage cheese, celery, carrot, and chicken into 2 bowls. Drizzle with Ranch dressing and sprinkle with chopped green onion. Salt and pepper if needed.
8. Air Fryer Salmon
Air Fryer Salmon is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT7M · Total: PT17M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 salmon fillets’]
Elevate your dinner with our healthy air fryer salmon recipe. Enjoy a guilt-free meal that’s rich in omega-3 fatty acids and low in calories! This high protein, low calorie, and low carb dinner is the easiest family dinner you’ll make.
Ingredients
- 2 x salmon fillets (fresh or slightly smoked)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- ½ tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Mix together the sauce. Pour it over the salmon fillets and let them sit with the skin facing upwards for 5-10 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes.
- Spray the air fryer with 2 pumps of olive oil to prevent sticking and place the salmon fillets skin down. Pour over the sauce, making sure it covers the fillets beautifully.
- Air fry for 7 minutes at 400F (200C).
- Let them cool down for a few minutes before serving.
9. Southwest Chicken Salad
Southwest Chicken Salad is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT25M · Total: PT25M · Yield: [‘6’, ‘6 bowls’]
This high-protein Southwest chicken salad is bursting with smoky, tangy, and mildly spicy flavors, finished with a refreshing citrus twist. High protein and gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 can (15.5 oz black beans, drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15.25 oz corn, drained)
- 1 fresh jalapeño (deseeded, finely chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (cut into quarters)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 fresh limes (juiced)
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine all of the dressing ingredients.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, jalapeno, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and pumpkin seeds.
- Now, cover with the dressing and stir to combine.
- Serve immediately.
10. Burger in a Bowl
Healthy Burger in a Bowl is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT13M · Cook: PT7M · Total: PT20M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]
This burger in a bowl is a healthier, low carb version of your regular burgers. Just as packed with flavor but without the carbs. Makes for a perfect high protein, low carb, low calorie, gluten-free lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 large head romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 4 tbsp sour cream
- 4 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/2 red onion (sliced)
- 2 large pickles (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
Instructions
- Heat up your skillet and add in beef mince. Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper. Cook until browned for about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove excess liquid and remove from the heat.
- Combine all the sauce ingredients to make burger sauce.
- Assemble your bowls. Add in a layer of lettuce, ground beef, cover with avocado, red onion, pickles and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle the bowls with burger sauce and add a sprinkle of salt and black pepper.
11. Cajun Chicken with Sweet Peppers
Cajun Chicken with Sweet Peppers is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Cook: PT32M · Total: PT37M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 chicken breasts’]
This cheesy chicken is spicy and earthy, packed with nutrition and flavors. Most importantly, it’s one of the easiest dinners you’ll ever make requiring very little prep. It’s high-protein with 51g of protein per chicken breast, low carb and gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 2 long sweet peppers (thinly sliced)
- 4 small chicken breasts
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cream cheese
- ½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 and spray a baking dish with oil.
- Cover the baking dish with sliced peppers and place chicken breasts on top of them.
- In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt and black pepper.
- Sprinkle the chicken with mixture of spices and minced garlic, do make sure you leave enough to cover both sides of the chicken. Rub the garlic and spices into them to increase the flavor.
- Top each chicken breast with around 2 tbsp of cream cheese. Make sure to use up all of the cream cheese.
- Sprinkle the baking dish with cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Broil for 2 minutes to golden up the cheese.
- Place some of the pepper slices on top of the chicken breasts before serving. Enjoy!
12. Chicken Salad Meal Prep
Chicken Salad Meal Prep is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT15M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 meal prep bowls’]
Crunch, flavor, and convenience all rolled into one dish. Our chicken salad meal prep is here to prove that healthy eating can be exciting and easy!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- 2 lbs chicken breasts (skinless, boneless (cut into 1-inch cubes))
- sea salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 8 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1/2 red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 avocado (chopped)
- 1/2 English cucumber (sliced)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- 4 tbsp salad seed mix
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- chopped dill
Instructions Chicken
- Add olive oil to a frying pan and heat to medium-high heat. Add in the garlic powder, paprika powder and give it a stir.
- Add in the chicken, salt it, and black pepper it.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes until it’s fully done.
Dressing
- Add all of the honey mustard ingredients into a jar and give it a good shake. Your dressing is done. It will last in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
Meal Prep
- Divide romaine lettuce, onion, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, and salad seed mix into food containers.
- Top up each food container with chicken.
- Pour over the dressing. Keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days and mix before eating.
13. Buttered Cod
Buttered Cod is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT6M · Total: PT16M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 plates’]
All you need is a pan to make this wonderful buttery cod. It’s garlicky and lemony, and ready in just 16 minutes! Gluten-free, keto, low-carb and high-protein.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs cod fillets (cut into smaller pieces)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and black pepper
- Season the cod pieces with the mixture of seasoning.
- Heat up a large skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tbsp of butter. Add in the cod and cook for 2 minutes.
- Lower the head and gently flip the cod. Add the remaining butter and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Let the butter completely melt and fish cook. Don’t overcook so the cod doesn’t completely fall apart.
- Drizzle the skillet with freshly squeezed lemon juice garnish with parsley and lemon slices.
14. Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast
Juicy Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT7M · Cook: PT10M · Total: PT22M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 chicken breasts’]
This cast iron chicken breast is moist, savory, citrusy, and filling. It’s gluten-free, high-protein and Whole30.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (skinless and boneless)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- Sea salt & black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp sunflower oil/canola/avocado oil
- Slices of butter
- Slices of lemon
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel.
- Cut each chicken breast lengthwise through the center.
- Season both sides with onion, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Sprinkle lemon zest all over the chicken breasts.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the canola/avocado/sunflower oil.
- Sear chicken breasts for 5 minutes on each side until cooked. If the chicken starts burning, lower the heat a little bit.
- Remove from the skillet and rest for 5 minutes before serving. Add butter or olive oil on top for more flavor, and squeeze a little bit of lemon juice all over.
15. Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake
Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT25M · Total: PT35M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 plates’]
This salsa fresca chicken features zesty salsa fresca, melty cheese, and a hint of spice to make the perfect meal if you’re craving Mexican flavors. Low carb, high protein, gluten-free and low in calories!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (diced)
- 1 medium white onion (chopped)
- 1 large jalapeño (chopped)
- A bunch of cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 lime (juiced)
- 1/2 tsp salt (divided)
- 2 lbs chicken breast (boneless and skinless, diced)
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red chili pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F. Prepare a 9×13 casserole dish and spray it with oil.
- In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, chopped onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juices and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Place diced chicken on the baking sheet and cover with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, red chili pepper flakes, and black pepper. Make sure the chicken is covered well with all the seasonings.
- Finally, cover the chicken with the tomato mix and top up with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake in the oven uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the chicken has fully cooked.
- Garnish with extra cilantro before serving.
16. Herb Chicken Breasts with Couscous
Baked Herb Chicken Breasts with Couscous Meal Prep is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT55M · Total: PT70M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 meal prep bowls’]
Baked herb chicken breasts with couscous is a cheap meal prep that’s nutritious and filling. It’s packed with protein and fiber, and, on top of that, full of flavors! A great option for packable lunch!
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini
- 2 red bell peppers
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 2 red onions
- 8 cloves garlic (peeled)
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup parsley (chopped)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- pinch of salt and black pepper
- 4 boneless (skinless chicken breasts (2 lbs))
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch of pepper
Instructions
- Couscous with Roasted Vegetables
- Preheat the oven to 400F (205C). Chop zucchini, red bell peppers, yellow bell peppers into 1-inch pieces. Slice onion and peel garlic cloves. Now place all of the vegetables, onion, and garlic on a large baking sheet.
- Spray them with olive oil and toss to coat them as evenly as possible. Finally, add a pinch of salt and black pepper. Now, roast the vegetables in the oven for 45 minutes and make sure to stir them every 15 minutes.
- Now, get a saucepan while you’re roasting the vegetables. Bring vegetable broth to boil and add in the couscous. Cover it with the lid and turn off the heat, wait for 5 minutes until the couscous absorbs all the broth, and uncover the saucepan. Give the couscous a stir to make sure it’s light and fluffy.
- Baked Chicken Breast
- While vegetables are roasting, combine oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper with olive oil. Stir well, and it should form a nice paste.
- Take out your chicken breasts, gently pound them with a mallet if they’re a little thicker than usual. Cover them with the paste we’ve just made.
- Bake in a baking tray for 20 minutes. Make sure you cool it down before slicing it.
- Final Steps
- Finally, combine couscous with roasted vegetables. Press in garlic and chop some parsley. Combine all the ingredients together and divide them into food containers.
- Top it up with slices of chicken. Store in the fridge while tightly sealed for up to 3 days.
17. Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan
Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT35M · Total: PT50M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 bowls’]
This low-calorie, gluten-free, and dairy-free Hawaiian chicken sheet pan meal is naturally sweet, smoky, tangy, and tropical! Loaded with juicy chicken, bell peppers, and sweet pineapple.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- 2 tsp ginger powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 red onion (cut into chunks)
- ½ cup Hawaiian-style BBQ Sauce (use Primal Kitchen for dairy-free option)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (drained if canned)
- 1 fresh lime (juiced)
- Sesame seeds
- Cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Spray a large baking sheet with oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, coriander, ginger powder, salt and black pepper. Give them a mix. Now, add the chicken and toss until the chicken is fully covered with the spices.
- Now, add in the bell peppers, red onion, and BBQ sauce. Coat all of the ingredients with the sauce. Use your hands for the best effect.
- Spread the mixture onto the baking sheet as evenly as possible. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, then remove and top up with pineapple chunks throughout the whole baking sheet. Pop back into the oven for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove from the oven; garnish with fresh lime juice, sesame seeds, and cilantro before serving.
18. Baked Caesar Chicken
Baked Caesar Chicken is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT30M · Total: PT40M · Yield: [‘5’, ‘5 chicken breasts’]
Thi Baked Caesar Chicken is creamy, cheesy, and crispy. A low-carb and high protein meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast (boneless, skinless, thin)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 6 tbsp creamy Caesar dressing
- 1 cup parmesan (shredded)
- 1 cup Caesar-style croutons (crushed into crumbs)
- 1 tbsp butter (melted)
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375F and prepare a casserole dish.
- Pound the chicken breasts if they’re not thin and place them in a casserole dish. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Spread creamy Caesar dressing on the chicken breasts and sprinkle with parmesan cheese all over the chicken breasts.
- In a small bowl, combine crushed croutons with melted butter.
- Sprinkle the crouton mixture over the cheese and bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes until the chicken fully cooks. If the cheese and croutons are browning up too much, just cover the casserole dish with foil.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.
19. Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad
Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 bowls’]
This cottage cheese chicken salad is creamy, satisfying, and loaded with 38g of protein. A high-protein, low-carb, and gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup rotisserie chicken (chopped into small chunks)
- 1/4 cup jarred banana peppers (drained and diced)
- 1 celery stick (diced)
- 1/2 red onion (diced)
- 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and black pepper into a food processor. Pulse until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rotisserie chicken, banana peppers, celery, red onion, green onion and blended cottage cheese. Mix well and season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge.
20. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT20M · Total: PT35M · Yield: [’12’, ’12 tortilla shells’]
Enjoy Mexican flavors with these healthy chicken sheet pan fajitas. A yummy, flavorful recipe the kids will love! Gluten-free and dairy-free.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ½ lbs chicken breasts (boneless, skinless (cut into strips))
- 3 bell peppers (cut into strips (use whatever colors you want))
- 1 medium white onion (sliced)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 12 small corn shells
- sour cream (grated cheese, guacamole, salsa (OPTIONAL))
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F and oil the baking sheet.
- In a bowl, combine chilli powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and olive oil.
- Add chicken strips to the baking sheet, cover with the mix of olive oil and spices.
- Add in the bell peppers, white onion and toss to combine.
- Cook in the oven for around 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Squeeze out the lime juice all over the sheet pan and sprinkle over chopped cilantro.
- Serve in tortillas.
21. Herb Crusted Salmon
Herb Crusted Salmon (Whole30, Paleo) is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.
Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT20M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [‘4’, ‘4 salmon fillets with tomatoes’]
A quick sheet pan dinner you can make! It’s refreshing, herby, garlicky, and full of nutrition. A low carb, Whole30, low calorie, high protein, and Paleo-friendly.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (around 1lb (skin on, raw))
- 8 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- a pinch salt
- a pinch of black pepper
- 5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- a pinch salt
- a pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F.
- On a sheet pan with parchment paper on, assemble tomatoes on one side. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
- In a small bowl, press in garlic cloves, add finely chopped herbs and olive oil. Combine so the ingredients bind together and form a rub.
- Place salmon fillets on the sheet pan, sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Then, rub the herb mixture on top.
- Cook in the oven for 20 minutes until salmon is fully cooked and tomatoes are bursting.
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