This fall going to the office or just putting in the hours can easily distract you from getting your macros in. These high protein lunches are easy to make, flavorful and just so good.

You can meal prep these easily for the week to come and have your lunch ready that packs protein.

The good thing is that a lot of them are super easy to make. The cottage cheese pizza bowl at #10 is just that.

1. Chicken Sausage Pasta Meal Prep

If you choose the right pasta and veggies, you can add a nice amount of fiber into your diet while seemingly indulging.

I know you guys love a good pasta dish, as my chicken orzos have been flying off on both Pinterest and Facebook, so I thought I’d give you a high protein high fiber version of that meal.

Also, with sausage! Because it’s simply an easier meat to deal with.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 480
• Fats: 15.6g
• Protein: 31.8g
• Carbs: 52.4g
• Fiber: 12.1g
• Sugar: 8.6g

2. Sweet Potato Taco Bowls

I loooveee tacos! I could eat tacos every day. So, I figured I’ll just make a bunch of different recipes that remind me of tacos.

This is one of them. Sweet potato taco bowls.

They are naturally sweet, thanks to sweet potato, filling, and just 495 calories! Perfect for those summer days when you just want to have a good, yummy lunch.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 495
• Fats: 18g
• Protein: 34g
• Carbs: 52g
• Fiber: 13g
• Sugar: 9g

3. Crockpot Sesame Chicken

When day-to-day life makes cooking impossible, my crockpot dump-and-go recipes are saviors.

This dish delivers all those takeout flavors in a better-for-you version. Enjoy a swoon-worthy plate of shredded chicken, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh scallions, all glazed in a gooey, sticky sauce.

It’s simple, satisfying, and loaded with 45g of protein per serving, perfect for high-protein meal plans.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 405
• Fats: 14.8g
• Protein: 45.2g
• Carbs: 20.6g
• Fiber: 0.9g
• Sugar: 16.4g

4. Crockpot Chicken Shawarma Bowl

Who doesn’t love a shawarma? But I don’t want takeout.

That’s why I created this fab bowl packed with savory, aromatic Middle Eastern flavors. Best of all, your slow cooker does all the work.

Just set it and forget it and come back to a tempting meal of tender shredded chicken served with fluffy basmati rice, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, creamy Greek yogurt, fresh parsley, and a squeeze of lemon.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 485
• Fats: 17.1g
• Protein: 48.9g
• Carbs: 37.2g
• Fiber: 3.4g
• Sugar: 6.4g

5. Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Don’t let a taco lunch turn into a stress-fest when it’s supposed to be a relaxing day with friends and family. These easy-to-make taco stuffed sweet potatoes are wholesome, budget-friendly, and so satisfying, you won’t even think about takeout.

Have fun and let everyone add their favorite ingredients by serving a choice of toppings like shredded mozzarella, mashed avocado, sour cream, and diced tomatoes.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 465
• Fats: 21g
• Protein: 29g
• Carbs: 42g
• Fiber: 10g
• Sugar: 11g

6. Spicy Pineapple Chicken

One way to make chicken ultra-delish is to add pineapple. I LUV this combo – here’s my recipe for a lazy weekend lunch.

It’s also a one-pan dish, so you won’t have to head to the kitchen after lunch to wash loads of dishes.

Think –  tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and a hint of heat from the chili sauce, jalapeno peppers and red pepper flakes, served on a bed of fluffy rice. It’s a spicy, tasty, high-protein dish that you’ll want to keep in your go-to recipe file.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 324
• Fats: 10g
• Protein: 31g
• Carbs: 29g
• Fiber: 1.8g
• Sugar: 23g

7. Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep

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Before I got organized with meal prep, my weeknights were a disaster of stressed-out cooking and last-minute takeout.

This lazy dish is perfect for meal prep and offers a tasty chicken treat that is sweet, refreshing, savory, and filling. It’s also high-protein, and the kids always ask for more, so that’s a bonus!

I also like to vary it from time to time and use butternut or pumpkin in place of the sweet potatoes.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 728
• Fats: 37g
• Protein: 56g
• Carbs: 43g
• Fiber: 8.6g
• Sugar: 12g

8. Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

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Here’s a simple recipe packed with 38g of protein, low in carbs, and bursting with flavor, perfectly filling for any meal. It’s ideal for lazy days when you want something tasty without the effort.

Picture this: golden rotisserie chicken, tangy banana peppers, crisp celery, and mild onion notes, all smothered in a creamy, dreamy sauce. Yum!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 316
• Fats: 15g
• Protein: 38g
• Carbs: 9.1g
• Fiber: 2.2g
• Sugar: 4.1g

9. Healthy Orange Chicken

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What is the perfect lazy lunch? For me, it’s chicken, rice, and veggies. This recipe takes my lazy lunch to the next level with orange-glazed bite-size chicken pieces, crunchy broccoli, and fluffy rice.

It’s sweet, juicy, incredibly fragrant and offers a whopping 62g of protein.

The recipe is so easy to cook that it’s practically foolproof. It makes four generous portions for a weekend lunch on the patio.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 662
• Fats: 15g
• Protein: 62g
• Carbs: 71g
• Fiber: 6.1g
• Sugar: 21g

10. Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

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Let’s start with pizza – well, my healthier version that’s just as delicious!

This cottage cheese pizza bowl is creamy, tangy, and loaded with herbs and spices, everything you love about pepperoni pizza, but in a comforting bowl. Whenever the kids crave pizza, this is my go-to, and it never fails to satisfy.

It’s all the deliciousness of pizza with fewer carbs, fewer calories, and a serious protein punch.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 462
• Fats: 22g
• Protein: 43g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 6.1g
• Sugar: 14g

11. Cheeseburger Bowls

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My cheeseburger bowl combines everything you love from a delicious and indulgent cheeseburger, but with only 11.3 grams of net carbs and 35 grams of protein.

Plus, it’s perfect for lazy days, taking only 20 minutes to prep and cook. It’s the best of all worlds – healthy, tasty, budget-friendly, protein-packed, and soooo easy to make.

Want a leaner version? You can replace the ground beef with turkey or chicken. Want a vegetarian option? Use crumbled tofu or tempeh for a plant-based option.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 516
• Fats: 35g
• Protein: 35g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 3.7g
• Sugar: 7.1g

12. Chicken Burrito Bowls

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Craving those bold takeout flavors without the extra carbs or cost? My chicken burrito bowls are the answer – and they’re a total hit.

Serve up juicy shredded chicken over spiced-up rice with sweet corn, creamy black beans, fresh arugula, and bursty tomatoes in every bite. It’s wholesome, hearty, and kid-approved delicious.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 520
• Fats: 13g
• Protein: 37g
• Carbs: 64g
• Fiber: 9.5g
• Sugar: 4.2g

13. Greek Chicken Bowls

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Dreaming of a getaway to the Mediterranean? It may not be an option right now, but you can certainly fill your kitchen with the delicious aromas and tastes of a Greek dish.

How about tender chicken breasts, smothered in a tangy, creamy Tzatziki Sauce, and served with a fresh salad of cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion in olive oil? It’s a fab lazy lunch that brings island vibes.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 659
• Fats: 27g
• Protein: 61g
• Carbs: 42g
• Fiber: 4.4g
• Sugar: 8.5g

14. Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep

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Who can resist the tempting taste of teriyaki? It’s sweet, savory, sticky, and totally delicious.

Imagine – a delicious plate of tender chicken bites coated in a thick, luscious teriyaki sauce, combined with fresh, firm broccoli, fluffy white rice, and topped with crunchy sesame seeds.

This is my go-to lazy dish when I want to do minimal work in the kitchen for maximum impress-the-family vibes.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 653
• Fats: 20g
• Protein: 50g
• Carbs: 68g
• Fiber: 2.4g
• Sugar: 23g

15. Ranch Chicken Meal Prep

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Let’s get lazy with Parmesan-crusted potatoes, tender broccoli, and herby ranch chicken. Sounds like too much hard work? It’s not with this tasty, easy-to-make meal prep recipe.

I make this at least once a week, and both my family and guests love it.

It’s also high protein, gluten-free and ultra-adaptable. I often add other veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, or asparagus, and when I’m craving spice, I sprinkle on some cayenne pepper or red chili flakes.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 572
• Fats: 29g
• Protein: 33g
• Carbs: 44g
• Fiber: 5.4g
• Sugar: 3.4g

16. Honey Garlic Chicken

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Honey garlic chicken is sweet and sour, sticky, nutritious and delicious. The chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful, caramelized and coated in a garlic, soy, and honey sauce, served with fluffy rice.

It takes only 20 minutes to prepare and is also ideal for your meal prep Sundays, ensuring you have lazy lunches for the week ahead.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 803
• Fats: 23g
• Protein: 47g
• Carbs: 105g
• Fiber: 4.1g
• Sugar: 26g

17. Crockpot Chicken Tacos

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Making tacos may not sound like a great idea when you’re feeling lazy, but using a crockpot ensures that it does all the work for you.

This recipe does not rely on frying and grilling like most taco recipes, making it even healthier.

It offers all the well-loved taco flavors and is a dream when topped with avocados, guacamole, sour cream, or Greek yogurt for a lip-smacking Tex-Mex finish.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 201
• Fats: 9.4g
• Protein: 21g
• Carbs: 15.5g
• Fiber: 10.7g
• Sugar: 2.6g

18. Chicken with Broccoli, Beets and Farro Salad

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Enjoy a plate of tender chicken breasts with the sweetness of oranges and beets, paired with crunchy broccoli, and nutritious nutty farro. It’s an easy-to-make meal, perfect for a lazy lunch.

Best of all, it has a fab dressing of parsley, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and salt to add come-back-for-more appeal.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 715
• Fats: 27g
• Protein: 55g
• Carbs: 67g
• Fiber: 12g
• Sugar: 17g

19. Tuna Cucumber Boats

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My refreshing and tasty tuna cucumber boats are a fun-filled treat for a lazy lunch.

With a crunchy cucumber base and a delicious creamy, tangy tuna filling, everyone from the kids to the grandparents will be coming back for more.

They are quick and easy to make and offer a high-protein boost for those wanting to stay on track with their food goals.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 118
• Fats: 0.7g
• Protein: 21g
• Carbs: 6.4g
• Fiber: 1.1g
• Sugar: 3.3g

20. Pizza Bowls

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When the family wants pizza, I grab this recipe that brings all the great pizza flavors in a healthy bowl. Without the need for a crust, you can pile on all your favorite toppings and bake until everything is hot, bubbly, and golden.

It’s a great choice for a lazy day, taking only 30 minutes to prep and cook. Plus, it’s ideal for game night when you don’t want to spend loads of time in the kitchen – and best of all, everyone gets their own custom bowl to enjoy.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 267
• Fats: 18g
• Protein: 16.33g
• Carbs: 4.2g
• Fiber: 1.03g
• Sugar: 1.77g

21. Honey Garlic Shrimp

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This summery meal is perfect for a lazy lunch, offering plump, juicy shrimp coated in a delicious punchy and sweet honey and garlic sauce.

It’s a great pick-me-up when you are feeling lazy but want something different and uplifting.

The dish is dairy-free and high protein, ideal for keeping your meal goals on track without sacrificing flavor.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 436
• Fats: 6.2g
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 72g
• Fiber: 7.5g
• Sugar: 17g