I am trying to keep my macros in order and get just the amount of protein I need. These high protein recipes pack at least 40g of protein per serving, don’t have that many calories and are super easy to make.

These are my favorite lazy high protein recipes anyone can make. Filled with flavor despite all the protein they pack!

Yes, protein-packed meals that are super easy to make. Salsa fresca chicken bake is especially my favorite.

1. Crockpot Marry Me Chicken

For me, this is the ultimate lazy cooking dish for maximum impact. It’s creamy, delicious, and super high in protein. Over 40g+!

Imagine – tender chicken breasts, slow-cooked in a garlic and sun-dried tomato broth, then finished with cream and parmesan cheese to create a silky, creamy sauce.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 585
• Fats: 37.8g
• Protein: 47.6g
• Carbs: 9.8g
• Fiber: 1.6g
• Sugar: 4.2g

2. High Protein Chicken Taco Soup

Bring the fun of taco night to your soup bowl with this high-protein chicken taco soup. It has everything you love about tacos: seasoned chicken, beans, and corn.

And, it gives you a whopping 47 grams of protein per serving and 14 grams of fiber. This powerful combo is going to help you stay full for a long time.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 463
• Fats: 9.8g
• Protein: 47g
• Carbs: 52g
• Fiber: 14g
• Sugar: 10g

3. Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

When the family craves pizza, I make this all-healthy cottage cheese pizza bowl that tastes just like a pepperoni pizza, without getting greasy and costly takeout.

It’s cheesy, creamy, tangy, and loaded with herbs and spices. To make it extra tempting – switch the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes of baking to achieve a golden, bubbly cheese topping.

Per Serving:

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

4. Fajita Chicken Casserole

Tired of the same dinner options? I get you!

When I need something quick and delicious, I rely on this fajita chicken casserole.

Tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and gooey mozzarella make this a household favorite. It’s gluten-free, low-carb, and easily modified for dietary needs.

Minimal prep, one dish, maximum flavor.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 363
• Fats: 13g
• Protein: 49g
• Carbs: 10g
• Fiber: 2.5g

5. Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake

If you love Mexican flavors but want the protein and not the carbs, this is it. This salsa fresca chicken is so delicious, bold, flavorful yet has only 377 kcal per serving and 58g of protein.

It’s super easy to make and absolutely packed with a ton of protein! If you want to hit those macros and feel fuller with fewer calories, this is the meal to make.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 377
• Fats: 11g
• Protein: 58g
• Carbs: 10g
• Fiber: 2.2g
• Sugar: 4g

6. Garlic Chicken and Potatoes Skillet

This one-pan skillet meal features tender chicken and hearty, crispy roasted potatoes in a savory, buttery, garlic herb sauce, all made in one skillet.

It’s a super smart recipe for days when you have ‘no time’ but want to serve up a scrumptious, wholesome, comforting meal. 

Per Serving:

• Calories: 504
• Fats: 21g
• Protein: 43g
• Carbs: 37g
• Fiber: 4.6g
• Sugar: 5.2g

7. Cheesy French Onion Chicken

Love French onion soup? This chicken bake delivers those same caramelized onions, garlic, and melted cheese—but with juicy chicken.

After long days, you crave comfort food. There’s something magical about chicken, caramelized onions, and gooey mozzarella.

Best part: simple recipe using ingredients already in your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 534
• Fats: 21g
• Protein: 55g
• Carbs: 30g
• Fiber: 5.2g
• Sugar: 11g

8. Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo

If you’re a lover of pasta evenings, this chicken orzo dinner is truly something special. It’s creamy, intense with sun-dried tomato flavors and so filling.

You can make it in just one pan, with very little chopping or preparation. A bowl of this (around 13oz) has a whopping 40g of protein, so make sure you’re using those chicken breast tenderloins; that’s where the protein is.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 618
• Fats: 27g
• Protein: 40g
• Carbs: 54g
• Fiber: 4.6g
• Sugar: 9.4g

9. Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken

If there’s anything I know from years of seeking healthy, lazy meals, it’s that ovens are your friend. This simple mozzarella bake is a great way to prepare some lean chicken breasts!

Best of all, the pesto helps turn this into an Italian treasure.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 549
• Fats: 31g
• Protein: 57g
• Carbs: 9.1g
• Fiber: 2.2g
• Sugar: 3.7g

10. Baked Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs

Perfectly seasoned shrimp and tender broccoli cooked together in convenient foil packets. High-protein, Paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free for easy weeknight meals.

My go-to solution for busy days when I need quick meal prep options! These baked foil packets require minimal effort but deliver maximum flavor – ideal for hectic weeknights or relaxed weekends.

Each serving combines perfectly cooked broccoli with expertly seasoned shrimp, enhanced by aromatic garlic, bright lemon, and carefully balanced spices that create a restaurant-quality experience with zero cleanup hassle.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 385
• Fats: 15g
• Protein: 40g
• Carbs: 27g
• Fiber: 8.9g
• Sugar: 5.8g

11. Cajun Chicken With Sweet Peppers

If you want something that’s very simple to make, we’re talking when you don’t even have the cooking skills, this is it. The one-pan meal punches with flavor yet requires minimal prep.

Made in one pan and simply requires an oven. Now, that’s the kind of dinner I can eat over and over again. Especially when I’m busy.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 521
• Fats: 30g
• Protein: 51g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 2.1g
• Sugar: 5.5g

12. Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta

Did you know that you can easily introduce more protein into your pasta with cottage cheese? Yes, you can!

I’ve made this pasta to show just that. It’s slightly creamy, very filling, and high in protein despite the fact that it is indeed pasta.

Most importantly, it’s so simple to make. Anyone can do it.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 722
• Fats: 19g
• Protein: 40g
• Carbs: 97g
• Fiber: 7.7g
• Sugar: 14g

13. Pineapple BBQ Chicken with Bacon

This is a perfect recipe to make if you’re really not much of a cook or just feeling extra lazy. All made just in one pan with minimal prep time.

For me, personally, pineapple and meat is my favorite combination for a dish, so if you’re like me, you’re absolutely going to love this no matter how good or bad of a cook you are!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 465
• Fats: 15g
• Protein: 45g
• Carbs: 36g
• Fiber: 1.5g
• Sugar: 28g

14. Chicken Mozzarella Bake

First thing’s first, let’s address one of the finer things in life: mozzarella. A good old-fashioned mozzarella and chicken bake is our first stop on the list. Why? Because it’s comfort in a dish.

Cheesy, rich with tomatoes, and packed with lean protein, there’s really nothing better than this on a lazy night in.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 395
• Fats: 18g
• Protein: 50g
• Carbs: 6.2g
• Fiber: 1.3g
• Sugar: 2.1g

15. Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

This crockpot Tuscan chicken features classic Italian flavors. The ingredients you use will also form the color of the Italian flag!

Slow-cooking your chicken in the sauce produces a flavorful sauce and tender thigh meat. The base of your sauce is made from cream and chicken stock. 

Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and sundried tomatoes flavor your sauce. You’ll add your earthy green spinach at the end!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 446
• Fats: 28g
• Protein: 44g
• Carbs: 7.3g
• Fiber: 1.2g
• Sugar: 3g

16. Butter Chicken

This tender butter chicken is flavorful with a beautiful creamy texture. It’s a much healthier version of a restaurant favorite.

The creamy texture doesn’t derive from butter. You will use coconut milk instead! To create a rich taste, you’ll also use tomato paste, garam masala, and curry powder.

Serve your butter chicken on top of basmati rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 500
• Fats: 35.6g
• Protein: 41.8g
• Carbs: 15.4g
• Fiber: 3.4g
• Sugar: 8.6g

17. Creamy Pesto Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes

The last thing I want to do on Thanksgiving is spend hours in the kitchen. That’s why this recipe is one of my faves.

It takes minimal time to make, and you have an impressive dish of creamy pesto chicken that’s succulent and tomatoey, filled with hints of aromatic garlic, and nutty parmesan.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 642
• Fats: 43g
• Protein: 50g
• Carbs: 13g
• Fiber: 2.6g
• Sugar: 5.5g

18. One Pan Cheesy Jalapeno Chicken

My Cheesy Jalapeno Chicken is a spicy, creamy delight, combining tender chicken breast with melty cheese and a kick of heat from fresh jalapenos.

It’s the perfect balance of bold flavor and high-protein goodness, all while keeping it low carb!

Notice the whopping 52g of protein and 31g of fat to keep your energy levels up! Every reason to ask for seconds.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 521
• Fats: 31g
• Protein: 52g
• Net Carbs:  5.2g

19. Baked Crack Chicken

‘Crack’ chicken really lives up to its name, because it’s incredibly addictive. The good news is, this high-protein recipe is also balanced and affordable, making it a great family staple.

You can make this as your main dish for any meal, and you’ll have everyone else who’s coming to dinner rushing to the table from the smell alone.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 445
• Fats: 25g
• Protein: 48g
• Carbs: 3.9g
• Fiber: 0.5g
• Sugar: 1.3g

20. Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan

This dinner serves as a mini vacation when the fam needs a pick-me-up midweek.

Juicy chicken is baked with sweet pineapple, peppers, and onions, all tossed in a sticky-savory BBQ sauce that makes the kitchen smell amazing.

It’s colorful, packed with protein, and cleanup is a breeze since everything roasts in one sheet pan.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 399
• Fats: 11.7g
• Protein: 43g
• Carbs: 24g
• Fiber: 4.2g
• Sugar: 18g

21. Sheet Pan Chicken and Cauliflower

Try this sheet pan chicken and cauliflower recipe for an easy and nutritious meal. Tender chicken thighs and roasted cauliflower are seasoned with a blend of savory spices.

With minimal prep and cleanup, this recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 583
• Fats: 39g
• Protein: 47g
• Carbs: 14g
• Fiber: 4.7g
• Sugar: 4.1g