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Easy High-Protein Recipes to Keep You Full All Day

Published: May 11, 2025 by Yuan

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These meals go beyond just protein—they’re also packed with flavor and satisfying textures. They come together quickly and help you stay full without reaching for snacks. No complicated prep or unusual ingredients required. Just real food that works hard and tastes great.

Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup

Chinese chicken noodle soup in a white bowl.
Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This comforting Chinese chicken noodle soup is filled with tender chicken, slurp-worthy noodles, and a soul-warming broth. It’s a classic family favorite that’s both nourishing and easy to make. Perfect for chilly nights or when you need a little food therapy.
Get the Recipe: Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken Fried Rice

Savory and hearty fried rice with tender chicken and vegetables on a white plate.
Chicken Fried Rice. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

A quick and tasty solution for busy nights, this chicken fried rice is packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor. Made with day-old rice for ideal texture, it rivals your favorite takeout. It’s satisfying, versatile, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Fried Rice

Stir Fried Hokkien Noodles

Stir-fried noodles with shrimp and beef in a pan with chopsticks.
Stir Fried Hokkien Noodles. Photo credit: Eggs All Ways.

These stir-fried Hokkien noodles are loaded with vegetables, scrambled eggs, and savory sauce for a deliciously chewy, saucy meal. The flavors are bold and comforting, with a slightly sweet and salty balance. It’s a one-pan wonder perfect for weeknight dinners.
Get the Recipe: Stir Fried Hokkien Noodles

Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks

Close-up of a stack of medium-rare, seasoned steak slices, showcasing a pink and juicy interior with a seared crust.
Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Juicy, perfectly seared ribeye steaks made effortlessly in the air fryer—crispy outside, tender inside. This method locks in flavor while giving you steakhouse results at home. A great option when you want indulgence without firing up the grill.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks

Easy Baked Walleye Recipe with Lemons and Almonds

A plate of almond-crusted walleye or pickerel fish fillets with a fork and lemon.
Easy Baked Walleye Recipe with Lemons and Almonds. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

This baked walleye recipe is fresh, flaky, and brightened with lemon and herbs. It’s a clean, light dish that brings out the delicate flavor of the fish. Ideal for an easy weeknight dinner or a simple seafood celebration.
Get the Recipe: Easy Baked Walleye Recipe with Lemons and Almonds

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips

A plate of Copycat Roadhouse beef tips with gravy over mashed potatoes, garnished with sliced mushrooms and chopped chives.
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

These beef tips are ultra-tender and smothered in a rich, savory gravy just like the restaurant favorite. Served over mashed potatoes or rice, it’s hearty, comforting, and totally crave-worthy. Your favorite steakhouse flavors—without leaving the house.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips

Diner Style Salisbury Steak

A plate of Salisbury steak with gravy on mashed potatoes, and a side of peas on a white square dish.
Diner Style Salisbury Steak. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

This Salisbury steak is classic comfort food with juicy beef patties and a thick mushroom-onion gravy. It’s a nod to retro diners and family dinners, made with pantry staples. Easy, filling, and full of nostalgia.
Get the Recipe: Diner Style Salisbury Steak

Pork Chops with Mustard Shallot Gravy

Pork chops topped with mustard shallot gravy, served on a plate with a fork and knife.
Pork Chops with Mustard Shallot Gravy. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Juicy pork chops meet a tangy mustard-shallot gravy in this elegant yet easy skillet meal. The sauce is rich, savory, and just fancy enough for date night. It’s a dish that delivers both flavor and flair.
Get the Recipe: Pork Chops with Mustard Shallot Gravy

California Steak Salad

California steak salad with strawberries and avocados.
California Steak Salad. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

This vibrant steak salad combines grilled steak, avocado, and cherry tomatoes over crisp greens with a zesty vinaigrette. It’s fresh, filling, and bursting with West Coast flavor. A healthy upgrade to steak night.
Get the Recipe: California Steak Salad

Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops

Close up photo of grilled boneless pork chops.
Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

These grilled pork chops are marinated to perfection and flame-kissed for a smoky, juicy bite. They’re full of bold seasoning and perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight grilling. Tender, flavorful, and crowd-approved.
Get the Recipe: Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops

Better Chicken Piccata Recipe

One chicken cutlet in saucepan with capers and butter.
Better Chicken Piccata Recipe. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

This elevated chicken piccata features pan-seared cutlets in a buttery lemon caper sauce that’s bright and bold. It’s restaurant-quality made easy at home. Elegant enough for guests, simple enough for Tuesdays.
Get the Recipe: Better Chicken Piccata Recipe

Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

A picture of cabbage stir fry in cast iron skillet.
Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

This cabbage stir fry is a low-carb, high-flavor side or main, made with just a handful of ingredients. Garlic, coconut aminos, and sesame oil bring out the best in humble cabbage. Quick, easy, and totally adaptable.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

Ground beef cabbage stir fry in a bowl with chopsticks.
Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Hearty ground beef meets sautéed cabbage in this one-skillet wonder that’s keto-friendly and full of flavor. It’s a filling, budget-friendly option that’s ready in about 30 minutes. Comfort food with minimal cleanup.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet

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I'm Yuan, a writer, world traveler, web developer, and photographer based in the U.S. My journey has taken me across multiple countries, from Malaysia to England, before I settled in Tennessee, where I've called home for nearly two decades.

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