21+ High Protein Chicken Recipes

Sick of boring grilled chicken? Get inspired with over 21 Chicken Recipes for lunch and dinner that are packed with high protein and flavor! From Prosciutto Chicken to Chicken Fajitas on the Griddle to Chicken Poke Bowls, I've got tons of recipes ideas your whole family will love.

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These High Protein Chicken Recipes are all easy to make with simple ingredients. A few of the recipes use Rotisserie chicken that's store-bought to save on time too.

My recipes focus on real foods to reach our protein goals, versus protein powders.

Let's get to it..

Jump to:

• The Protein Struggle:
• Why is Protein Important?
• High Protein Chicken Recipes
• 1. Teriyaki Chicken Poke Bowls
• 2. Rotisserie Chicken Wraps
• 3. Prosciutto Chicken
• 4. Dill Pickle Chicken Salad
• 5. Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders
• 6. Teriyaki Chicken Burgers
• 7. Air Fryer Chicken Bites
• 8. Hot Honey Chicken Tenders
• 9. Chicken Orzo Bake
• 10. Chicken Lasagna with Broccoli
• 11. Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup
• 12. Marry Me Chicken Tortellini (One Pot)
• 13. Ground Chicken Spaghetti:
• 14. Ground Chicken Stir Fry
• 15. Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps
• 16. Chicken Couscous
• 17. Chicken Bacon Caesar Salad
• 18. Chicken Chorizo Paella
• 19. Chicken Broccoli Potato Casserole
• 20. Blackstone Fajitas
• 21. Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
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The Protein Struggle:

I hear it all the time, people complaining about having to think too much about protein, and how hard it is to meet their protein goals.

To battle this struggle, make your protein goals attainable. I like to try for about 90 grams of protein per day, and I feel like it's pretty easy to meet with 3 meals and snacks. If I don't get it, I just work harder the next day.

Choose high protein options like greek yogurt, nuts, beans, chicken, fish, steak, and you'll be reaching those goals in no time!

Why is Protein Important?

• Protein has a lot of benefits. If you're trying to lose weight, it can help you stay full for longer, so you're not constantly snacking or starving.
• For those of us trying to build muscle, it helps with growth. It also repairs tissues in the body, strengthens the immune system and much more.
• Personally, I've noticed more energy and my 3 p.m. crash is gone from fueling up on more protein and this whole time I thought it was caffeine related.

High Protein Chicken Recipes

Chicken is loaded with protein with about 40 grams of protein per breast and 28 grams of protein per thigh. It's a great option for dinner, whether you're cooking for yourself or for the whole family.

Let's get the idea machine working. To the recipes.....

1. Teriyaki Chicken Poke Bowls

29 Grams of Protein Per Serving

These Chicken Poke Bowls are one of my favorite Spring and Summer meals with sweet and salty flavors. These Well Balanced Bowls are loaded with protein and nutrients from the fruits and veggies.

2. Rotisserie Chicken Wraps

29 grams of protein per wrap

These Southwest Chicken Wraps use store bought rotisserie chicken to save on time and only take 15 minutes to make. They combine chicken, black beans, corn and veggies all tossed in a Southwest Sauce for a tasty lunch or dinner. These are fantastic to wrap in foil for a grab and go lunch too!

3. Prosciutto Chicken

55 grams of protein per Serving

This Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken is sautéed to crispy perfection and then topped with a buttery white wine sauce. This recipe is great for an easy weeknight meal, but also elegant enough for a date night and it comes together in 30 minutes!

4. Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

27 grams of Protein Per Serving

This Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a pickle lover's dream with tons of dill flavors and it's a great recipe to meal prep ahead for the week. This Chicken Salad is great on bread for a sandwich, over greens, or just for a snack on crackers.

5. Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders

39 grams of protein per 3 Chicken Sliders

These Hawaiian Roll Chicken Sliders are protein packed and a game day favorite. Hawaiian Rolls are loaded high with bbq chicken and lots of crunchy slaw.

6. Teriyaki Chicken Burgers

26 grams of Protein per Burger

Another favorite with coleslaw piled high are these Teriyaki Chicken Burgers. They use ground chicken, which is budget friendly. You can easily skip the bun on this recipe for a low carb option too.

For more high protein burger recipes, try these Blackstone Smash Burgers, Air Fryer Turkey Burgers, and De-constructed Burger Bowls.

7. Air Fryer Chicken Bites

37 grams of protein per 7 nuggets

These Air Fryer Chicken Bites are my kid's favorite meal! Don't worry, adults love them too. We're taking chicken breast and cutting into bite sized pieces, then hand breading the nuggets. The air fryer cooks them in minutes into the crispiest chicken bites.

Don't forget the sauce..try my Spicy Honey Mustard Dressing or Wingstop Ranch.

8. Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

49 Grams of Protein Per 3 Tenders

If you loved those Chicken Bites, you'll definitely want to try these Hot Honey Chicken Tenders. These are breaded in crispy Panko and tossed into a hot honey sauce! Ready in just 30 minutes.

9. Chicken Orzo Bake

40 grams of Protein Per Serving

This Creamy Chicken Orzo Bake is the perfect weeknight dinner and cooks all in one pot. It's filled with flavor from the sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and parmesan cheese that come together in a rich, creamy sauce. Ready in 45 minutes!

10. Chicken Lasagna with Broccoli

25 grams of Protein per slice

Chicken Lasagna with Broccoli is filled with the most delicious flavors! It's cheesy, and stacked tall with layers of pasta and creamy homemade Alfredo sauce. I've been told by several people that "they couldn't stop eating it", and I know the feeling!

11. Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup

32 grams of protein per bowl

This Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup is just like Panera's version, except we're adding in shredded rotisserie chicken for extra protein. A must try!

12. Marry Me Chicken Tortellini (One Pot)

41 grams of protein per serving

This Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is of my favorite cozy weeknight meals. It cooks all in one pot for a creamy, cheesy, and chicken packed dish.

13. Ground Chicken Spaghetti:

41 grams of protein per serving with the added parmesan cheese

This Ground Chicken Spaghetti only takes 30 minutes to make and it's filled with flavor. A family favorite that won't break the budget.

14. Ground Chicken Stir Fry

21 grams of protein per serving

A Ground Chicken Stir Fry is another easy weeknight dinner that tastes amazing without spending a bag of cash. It's filled with nutrients a variety of veggies too!

15. Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps

21 grams of protein per serving

Let's continue the teriyaki chicken vibe with these Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps. These are an amazing lunch or dinner and are low carb, but seriously so filling.

16. Chicken Couscous

35 grams of protein per serving

This Chicken Couscous Dinner is an easy one skillet meal and takes under 30 minutes to make! It's packed with Mediterranean flavors and is a really healthy choice.

17. Chicken Bacon Caesar Salad

43 grams of protein per salad

In the mood for a Salad? This Chicken Bacon Caesar Salad is a meal of a salad, loaded with chicken breast and bacon, then tossed with croutons in a crunchy bed of leaves.

For another filling salad, check out this Southwestern Chicken Salad with 36 grams of protein too!

18. Chicken Chorizo Paella

45 grams of protein per serving

A One Pot Meal that consistently lands on our weeknight dinner menu is this Chicken Chorizo Paella. It's loaded with Chicken and Sausage with veggies and arborio rice for the best tasting dinner.

If you don't like spicy don't let that stop you from making this dish. Substitute the chorizo out with mild Italian sausage and it still tastes amazing!

19. Chicken Broccoli Potato Casserole

29 grams of protein per serving

This Chicken Broccoli Potato Casserole is a dump and bake recipe, which makes things so easy. Plus, it literally has everything in it, so you don't need to worry about making any side dishes.

20. Blackstone Fajitas

35 grams of protein per 2 fajitas

If you've got a griddle outside, these Blackstone Chicken Fajitas are one of my favorite lazy recipes. The chicken marinates in no time, then we're cooking it all outside on the flattop griddle.

21. Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

These Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs are such an easy weeknight meal with minimal prep work and just a few ingredients. They're versatile and go great with pasta, rice or potatoes. Try these Boneless Smoked Chicken Thighs too!

That's a wrap on these High Protein Chicken Recipes! I hope you enjoyed them and it's time to get cooking.

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