If you’re eating a high protein diet, limiting your carbs and calories, these recipes are for you! I’ve always found that when I ate low carb and high protein recipes I just felt my best.

That’s why I’ve spent a few years putting a lot of effort into coming up with healthy recipes that fit those requirements.

I assure you, these recipes are so delicious, pretty easy to make and they are under 500 calories!

I’ve made them many times now, and these are by far my favorite high protein low carb meals that I’d make over and over again.

1. Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken

Rich garlic butter chicken enhanced with crispy bacon and fresh spinach. With under 8 net carbs and 22g of protein per serving, it’s perfect for keto diets.

Sometimes you want a meal that feels indulgent but comes together easily. This creamy dish delivers exactly that – tender chicken in a luxurious garlic butter sauce, topped with smoky bacon and wilted spinach.

The combination creates restaurant-quality flavors that work whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, all while fitting low-carb nutritional goals.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 463
• Fats: 38g
• Protein: 22g
• Carbs: 9.4g
• Fiber: 1.3g
• Sugar: 3.8g

2. Creamy Chicken With Parmesan

If you’re a creamy dish lover but also love your protein, there is no better option than chicken with creamy sauce.

It’s easy to make yet full of flavors. Delicious, yummy, and simply delightful. Just the kind of dish you want to keep yourself full.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 409
• Fats: 28g
• Protein: 27g
• Carbs: 13g
• Fiber: 2.7g
• Sugar: 2.2g

3. Keto Chicken Tenders

When cravings kick in, you can always make low carb versions of the meals you love. That goes for fried chicken tenders too!

These chicken tenders are crispy, flavorful, and high in protein. They also make for perfect meal prep, since you can just bring these to work and eat them with whatever side dish you prefer.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 214
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 23g
• Carbs: 4.6g
• Fiber: 1.8g
• Sugar: 1.3g

4. Chili Chicken Stir Fry

Do you like the heat? Be sure to try this dish.

On the menu are sauteed chicken strips and green bell peppers in a spicy tomato sauce. The addition of Parmesan cheese complements the spiciness of the sauce.

The use of fire-roasted tomatoes in the sauce adds another depth of flavor. They add sweetness and smokiness.

What I appreciate most about this stir fry is that it doesn’t contain a ton of sodium. That’s because you’re making your own homemade chili powder.

So, you have complete control over what you put in it. However, if you want to skip making the chili powder from scratch, you can get salt-free chili powder here.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 290
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 7.3g
• Sugar: 8.4g

5. Cheesy Spinach Chicken Bake

Juicy chicken baked in a rich, cheesy spinach sauce. This satisfying dish is naturally low-carb and gluten-free, making it perfect for healthy weeknight dinners.

Need a quick dinner that’s both nutritious and comforting? This protein-rich bake delivers with 32 grams of protein and only 5 net carbs per serving.

The creamy cheese sauce and fresh spinach create a restaurant-quality meal that works great for busy nights or when you’re entertaining. It’s everything keto dieters love in one easy dish.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 471
• Fats: 36g
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 5.9g
• Fiber: 0.7g
• Sugar: 2.6g

6. Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

Juicy chicken thighs in rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. This protein-heavy, low-carb dish is naturally gluten-free and soy-free.

Perfect for when you want an impressive meal without the fuss! Most of the work happens in your slow cooker – just toss in the chicken and let it cook.

The only hands-on part is whisking together the creamy sauce in a pan before combining everything. Simple prep, amazing results.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 446
• Fats: 0.6g
• Protein: 44g
• Carbs: 7.3g
• Fiber: 1.2g
• Sugar: 3g

7. Baked Tuscan Chicken

Bring those Italian flavors into your kitchen without the carbs and with a ton of protein. This Tuscan chicken is low-carb, high protein and flavorful.

Most importantly, anyone can make it. All you need is an oven, some chicken, and some seasonings. Enjoy! I sure did!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 471
• Fats: 32g
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 3.3g
• Sugar: 1.8g

8. Fajita Chicken Casserole

Seasoned chicken with melted mozzarella and colorful bell peppers baked into one easy casserole. This gluten-free, high-protein dish is ideal for hectic weeknights.

Craving something different from your usual dinner rotation? This fajita-style bake brings together succulent chicken, crisp peppers, and stretchy cheese for a satisfying meal that’s ready with minimal prep.

The bold flavors and comforting textures make it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’ll quickly earn a spot in your regular meal lineup.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 363
• Fats: 13g
• Protein: 49g
• Carbs: 10g
• Fiber: 2.5g
• Sugar: 3.8g

9. Cabbage Soup

I am a lover of cabbage soup for multiple reasons. It’s easy to make it low carb but also high protein. You just have to add more meat, and you’ve got yourself a nutritious and flavorful meal.

If you’re like me, you probably grew up eating this every day. This is my version of soup that also fits those caloric needs: only 216 kcal and 20g protein per bowl.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 216
• Fats: 11g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 3.6g
• Sugar: 5.4g

10. Baked Crack Chicken

Do you have company coming over? Serve them this.

The combination of tender chicken breast, crispy bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese is simply addictive. Your guests will go gaga over it.

And you will be so in love with it too. That’s because it takes only 20 minutes to prep.

So, you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your guests.

To fancy it up, be sure to serve it on lovely dinner platters. These dinner platters are a great option.

They are made with durable porcelain, making them dishwasher and oven-safe.

And to balance the dish, serve with some steamed broccoli. Bon appetit!

Per Serving:

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

11. Broccoli Bacon Cheddar Chicken

Sometimes, all you need is an easy, quick dinner you can make even when you’re feeling lazy. This meal is just that.

You can make it in just 30 minutes, and preparation will only take 10!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 386
• Fats: 24g
• Protein: 37g
• Carbs: 5.5g
• Fiber: 1.8g
• Sugar: 1g

12. Keto Cheesy Philly Casserole

When you’re craving a Philly cheesesteak but would prefer a casserole instead, this is the dinner to have. Delicious, full of flavors, and so yummy!

Easy, yummy, high protein, and low carb. Give it a try, I sure loved it!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 338
• Fats: 22g
• Protein: 28g
• Carbs: 6.7g
• Fiber: 1.3g
• Sugar: 2.6g

13. Creamy Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Another protein you can’t go wrong with is chicken. But after some time, it can get kind of boring.

This dish is a nice twist on your traditional chicken dinner.

It’s full of yummy Italian flavors, from the Parmesan cheese sauce to the sun-dried tomatoes. It’s a party in your mouth.

To mop up all that tasty sauce, you’ll want to serve it with some noodles. Zucchini noodles are a great low-carb option.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 387
• Fats: 33g
• Protein: 24g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 1.7g
• Sugar: 1.9g

14. Burger in a Bowl

Burgers are another favorite. But, the burger buns make them a minefield.

One bun contains close to 19 grams of net carbs. That’s a whole lotta carbs.

This burger in a bowl is all about the fixings. You’ve got nicely browned ground beef, creamy avocado, salty pickle slices, sweet red onions, juicy cherry tomatoes, crispy bacon, and refreshing lettuce.

The burger sauce is the icing on top of the cake, ahem, burger. It’s tangy, sweet, savory, creamy, and has a nice umami flavor.

As an added bonus, this bowl contains a lot of fiber. This makes it even more filling.

Now, this bowl does contain ground beef, which has a high carbon footprint. So, you may want to eat it occasionally.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 360
• Fats: 21g
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 5.5g
• Sugar: 7.7g

15. Creamy Taco Soup

Love tacos? Me too! So, I’ve made this recipe that’s a soup without the carbs. Now, when you need a heart-warming dinner, this is it!

I love love love how easy it is to make it. Yet it’s something you won’t find anywhere, not even in restaurants. Enjoy!

• Calories: 382
• Fats: 30g
• Protein: 19g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 3.9g
• Sugar: 4.1g

16. Chicken Mozzarella Bake

When you’re craving for cheesiness and Italian flavor without the carbs, this mozzarella chicken bake is just for that. So simple to make, yet so delicious.

Tomatoey, herby, cheesy, and full of protein. It will fill you up and keep you satisfied. I loved making it because it’s a one pan dinner, and there is nothing quite as satisfying as making a dinner that’s just that!

Per Serving:

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

17. Chicken Broccoli Bake

When you’ve had a stressful day, you just want to binge-watch your favorite show. And you also want to devour some comfort food.

This chicken broccoli bake is exactly what the doctor ordered. It’s cheesy, creamy, bubbly, and super comforting.

But unlike your typical casserole, it doesn’t contain a lot of carbs. That’s because you’re using broccoli instead of pasta in your casserole.

Besides being low in carbs, broccoli contains fiber, which is good for your digestion. It also contains Vitamins A and C.

It also contains antioxidants, which have several health benefits. So, make sure you eat your broccoli.

What I enjoy most about this dish is that it takes only 35 minutes to make. So, it’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

Now, you will need already cooked chicken. So, if you don’t have some, you can just pick up some rotisserie chicken from your local grocery store.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 354
• Fats: 24g
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 8.9g
• Fiber: 2.4g
• Sugar: 2.8g

18. Keto Chicken Enchiladas

I love enchiladas, as I’m sure many of you do too. However, because of the tortillas, they contain a ton of carbs.

And all those carbs are not great for your waistline.

These chicken enchiladas have all the yummy flavors of an enchilada-with a fraction of the carbs.

Tender, juicy chicken breasts are covered in a homemade enchilada sauce and topped with gooey cheese. You definitely won’t miss the tortillas.

To make the enchilada sauce, you’ll be using several spices. So, get out your measuring spoons.

I recommend these ones here as they’re made with stainless steel. This makes them quite durable.

These chicken enchiladas are great on their own. However, feel free to serve with a side Garden Salad.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 328
• Fats: 19g
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 7.4g
• Fiber: 1.2g
• Sugar: 4g

19. Keto Sesame Pork and Green Beans

This keto pork stir fry is umami and sweet, yet only has 6.4g of net carbs per bowl. It’s super delicious and so easy to make.

All you have to do is throw everything together in one pan and bam, you’re dinner is done. That’s by far my favorite thing about this dinner.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 432
• Fats: 32g
• Protein: 28g
• Carbs: 10g
• Fiber: 3.6g
• Sugar: 3.2g

20. Keto Cauliflower Ziti

Are you craving ziti? Have this instead.

It has all the yummy flavors of ziti- with way less carb. It’s creamy, cheesy, saucy and full of Italian flavors

In fact, I prefer this instead of the traditional version. That’s because the cauliflower adds freshness and lots of nutrition.

Besides being low in carbs, cauliflower is quite good for you. It’s rich in choline, which is essential for your nervous system.

It’s also rich in Vitamin K, which is vital for blood clotting. Besides using cauliflower to make this ziti, you can also use it to make mac and cheese, tortillas, and even pizza crust.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 364
• Fats: 20g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 4.1g
• Sugar: 6.5g

21. Baked Salmon with Avocado Mash

This is now my favorite dinner because it’s so easy to make, it’s so refreshing and filling. Healthy, high in protein, low in carbs, and full of fiber!

The perfect combination of the best things in the world! I’ve made this so many times now, and I think you need to try it, too.

Infused with garlic, cayenne pepper, and lime juice, it makes for a filling yet refreshing meal. Prepped in just 15 minutes!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 463
• Fats: 35g
• Protein: 28g
• Carbs: 12g
• Fiber: 7.5g
• Sugar: 1.6g