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18 High-Protein Recipes So Good, You’ll Forget They’re Healthy

Published: Aug 31, 2025 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Healthy eating never tasted so good. These 18 high-protein recipes are packed with flavor, loaded with satisfying ingredients, and so delicious, you’ll forget they’re actually good for you. From energizing meals to guilt-free favorites, each dish proves that fueling your body and treating your taste buds can go hand in hand.

Air Fryer Omlette

A cooked omelette with slices of sausage and chopped herbs on a white plate. A fork, parsley, a salt shaker, and a small bowl of dates are on the side on a light-colored surface.
Air Fryer Omlette. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

You will be surprised how easy it is to prepare an omelette in the Air Fryer. This Air Fryer omelette is simple and healthy breakfast option. Perfect for a quick and delicious breakfast on those busy mornings.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Omlette

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs is a simple late night dinner. They come out juicy and delicious! These boneless skinless chicken thighs have only 2 ingredients and cooks in less than 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo

3 Ways to Make Brownies Healthier

3 Ways to Make Brownies Healthier. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Sweet and delicious, these dark chocolate protein brownies taste so good you won't know they're healthy! Keep on reading for 3 ways to make brownies healthier.
Get the Recipe: 3 Ways to Make Brownies Healthier

Lighter Breakfast Quiche

lighter breakfast quiche
Lighter Breakfast Quiche. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Literally quiches used to frighten me. I thought they were super intimidating to make and the only time I would eat them is when I went out for breakfast. But one day I felt super experimental in the kitchen and went for it.
Get the Recipe: Lighter Breakfast Quiche

Healthy Java Chip Frappuccino Recipe

2 frozen coffee drinks topped with whipped cream.
Healthy Java Chip Frappuccino Recipe. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Healthy Java Chip Frappuccino recipe. Bye, bye Starbucks. Today on the blog we're making a copycat Starbucks java chip frappuccino blended coffee.
Get the Recipe: Healthy Java Chip Frappuccino Recipe

Stuffed Turkey Roll Ups

Breaded and baked stuffed chicken breast topped with melted cheese and a fresh basil leaf, served on a baking sheet—perfect for anyone seeking delicious new cheese recipes.
Stuffed Turkey Roll Ups. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Hot, crisp, and packed full of protein and flavor. These stuffed turkey roll ups are going to become a staple in my weekly meal plans. They're super versatile because you can change the filling each week so you never get bored!
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Turkey Roll Ups

Blueberry Pecan Protein Bars

Blueberry Pecan Protein Bars. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

You can probably tell another theme of mine. I love homemade protein bars. If you are looking for the perfect grab and go breakfast idea you've found it! These are also a great healthy snack to have between meals. I'm happy to share my blueberry pecan protein bar recipe with you 🙂
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Pecan Protein Bars

Strawberry Banana Protein Bars

Strawberry Banana protein bars
Strawberry Banana Protein Bars. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Do you have ripe fruit sitting in your fridge about to go to waste? If so these Strawberry Banana protein bars are perfect for you! Moist and flavorful bars that are great for breakfast or an on the go snack!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Banana Protein Bars

Java Protein Shake + Naked Whey Review

Java Protein Shake + Naked Whey Review. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Java Protein shake is a coffee lover's dream! With high quality ingredients this coffee protein shake is perfect for breakfast on the go or a post workout shake.
Get the Recipe: Java Protein Shake + Naked Whey Review

Perfect Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

Perfect Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make perfect hard boiled eggs in your air fryer that peel easily! Hard boiled eggs are great as snacks or use them to make egg salad, deviled eggs and more!
Get the Recipe: Perfect Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

Air Fryer Turkey Breast

sliced turkey breast with golden brown skin with fresh sage and rosemary
Air Fryer Turkey Breast. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make juicy turkey breast in your air fryer in less than 50 minutes! This boneless turkey breast is perfect for hosting smaller Thanksgiving gatherings. It's super easy to make even if you're a beginner in the kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Turkey Breast

Peanut Butter Coconut Protein Balls

Peanut butter coconut protein
Peanut Butter Coconut Protein Balls. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

It's almost Christmas and I have not bought one single gift for anyone. Nope, not a one. I have been a total slacker on the gift buying and it's mostly from over booking myself, plus the vacation to California didn't help matter much. One thing I try to do is save time anywhere I can and one way I do that is with meal prepping. My newest meal prep kick have been these Peanut Butter Coconut Protein Balls.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Coconut Protein Balls

Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Ham and cheese sliders on baked rolls, topped with a melted butter mixture of minced onions and poppy seeds, with gooey cheese oozing out—a must-try for fans of easy cheese recipes.
Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Ham and Cheese Sliders are delicious and easy appetizer that are great for holiday parties and pot lucks! Made with ham, mozzarella cheese, mustard, butter, poppy seeds, onions and of course Hawaiian rolls!
Get the Recipe: Easy Ham and Cheese Sliders

Easy Instant Pot Beef Brisket Recipe

Easy Instant Pot Beef Brisket Recipe. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Easy Instant Pot Beef Brisket is juicy, tender and flavorful! Don't wait hours in a slow cooker or smoker! This BBQ brisket is delicious with a dry rub and is perfect for weeknight dinners!
Get the Recipe: Easy Instant Pot Beef Brisket Recipe

Broiled Walleye

Broiled Walleye. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make delicious broiled walleye in less than 10 minutes! Simply flavored with salt, pepper, lemon and garlic, these walleye filets are easy to make!
Get the Recipe: Broiled Walleye

Protein Pancake Recipe

Protein Pancake Recipe. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

If you're like me and have already tried the packaged protein pancake mixes and found them lacking and also tried the Paleo version of protein pancakes where you mix the egg with the banana and hope for the best and they turn out an utter disaster, then this recipe is for you! I decided to make my own protein pancake recipe which I have now perfected and today I took my gluten-free protein pancake recipe and combined it with one of my favorite comfort foods to make these Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Pancakes.
Get the Recipe: Protein Pancake Recipe

The Best Protein Brownie Recipe

The Best fudgy protein brownie recipe
The Best Protein Brownie Recipe. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

My sweet tooth has been on overdrive this past week, and to tackle it I whipped up these delicious brownies. They turned out so good, they quite possibly could be the best protein brownie recipe I've ever made.
Get the Recipe: The Best Protein Brownie Recipe

Gluten Free Protein Pancakes with Blueberry and Raspberry Toppings

Gluten Free Protein Pancakes with Blueberry and Raspberry Toppings. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Whew it’s already Monday again! Sunday I made these amazing Gluten Free Protein Pancakes with Blueberry and Raspberry Toppings. I have never had such fluffy pancakes, while attempting a gluten recipe from scratch. I just added a little bit of this and a little bit of that, writing everything down in the hopes that it turned out delicious so I could share it with you all. Thankfully it turned out better than expected and I am sharing it with you all today as my Meatless Monday Recipe.
Get the Recipe: Gluten Free Protein Pancakes with Blueberry and Raspberry Toppings

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