10 Quick and Easy Recipes to Boost Your Protein Intake

Trying to get more protein into your meals without spending hours in the kitchen? These quick and easy recipes will help you power up your plate with high-protein goodness without the hassle. From hearty meals to grab-and-go bites, these dishes are packed with flavor and protein!

Breakfast Chicken Omelet

Chicken, pepper, and spinach omelet on a white plate with a side of blueberries and topped with kimchi. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Amp up your daily protein and stay full throughout the morning with this savory chicken omelet recipe. Loaded with vegetables and easy seasonings, this whole omelet recipe is one you’ll make again and again because it’s so simple!

To learn more: Chicken Omelet

Greek Yogurt Protein Pancakes

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The easiest pancakes you’ll ever make, these 3 ingredient protein pancakes are a flourless pancake recipe that can be adapted to any flavor. Made with vegan protein powder and Greek yogurt they have over 25 grams of protein per serving to ensure you stay full throughout the morning.

Get the recipe: 3-Ingredient Protein Pancakes

Double Chocolate Baked Oats

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Naturally dairy-free, made with protein powder and sweetened with maple syrup this high-protein oatmeal has a gooey chocolate center to curb morning blues and give you some fuel to start your day.

Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Oats

Creamy Matcha Banana Smoothie

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The ultimate morning pick me up! This matcha banana smoothie is creamy, refreshing, and packed with 58 grams of protein.

Get the recipe: Matcha Banana Smoothie

Dairy-Free Teriyaki Meatballs

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A 30-minute, weeknight dinner, this easy, gluten-free meatball recipe is perfect for busy nights. These dairy-free meatballs are tender, simple, and flavorful. Furthermore, they're topped with a sticky, homemade teriyaki sauce! To learn more: Teriyaki Meatballs

One Pan Chicken and Roasted Veggies

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Made with an orange garlic sauce, this one pan chicken and potatoes is a 30-minute dinner recipe that's tasty for the whole family. The juicy chicken and soft brussels in a sweet orange drizzle that's a sure-fire way to light up your taste buds. To learn more: One Pan Chicken and Potatoes

Coffee Lover Protein Balls

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Easy to make and rich in bold espresso flavor, these coffee protein balls are great for midday snacks. With 24 grams of protein per ball, this no-bake recipe is great for weekly meal prep. To learn more: Espresso Protein Balls

Protein PB Cups

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With 9 grams of protein per serving these protein peanut butter cups are a dessert to indulge in without the guilt. Made with minimal ingredients these peanut butter cups have a creamy, peanut butter filling coated in rich, dark chocolate. Get the recipe: Protein PB Cups

Vegan Double Chocolate Protein Fluff

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Indulge in all the creaminess of double chocolate with this one-minute vegan protein fluff. Made with vegan protein powder and sweetened with maple syrup, this chocolate protein fluff makes the perfect high-protein snack idea.

Get the recipe: Vegan Double Chocolate Protein Fluff

Creamy Cookies and Cream Smoothie

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Thick, creamy, and better than any milkshake, this cookies and cream protein shake is a healthy indulgence you need on hand. A protein smoothie that's an easy way to boost your protein intake and fuel up post-workout or gain some afternoon energy!

Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Cookies and Cream Protein Shake