High Protein Recipes

General Tso’s Chicken

This homemade General Tso’s Chicken recipe is better than takeout, with crispy pan-fried chicken tossed in a sweet, savory general tso’s sauce made with simple ingredients you already have on hand. How to make General Tso Chicken: Make Sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk all the sauce ingredients then set aside. If you like…

Cottage Cheese Wraps

Cottage cheese wraps are a great foundation recipe! They’re high in protein, wildly versatile, and super satisfying, You can stuff them with a wide range of fillings, drizzles, and spreads depending on the season. Here are all my tips and tricks and favorite ways to enjoy them.

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Asian Chicken Salad

My Asian Chicken Salad recipe has everything we love, from cabbage, mandarin oranges, and almonds, to tender marinated chicken, all tossed in an easy homemade dressing. How to make Asian Chicken Salad: Marinate Chicken: Whisk the dressing/marinade ingredients together except for the red wine vinegar and sliced green onions. Pour 3 tablespoons on top of…

Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats

I love these cottage cheese overnight oats for a make-ahead breakfast, as they sneak in 20 grams of protein without protein powder. They are thick and creamy and require just 2 minutes of prep. Key Ingredients & Swaps Here’s what goes into co…

3 Ingredient Breakfast Biscuits

My 3-ingredient breakfast biscuits are fluffy, savory, and a healthy way to start the day. Each biscuit packs in 10 grams of protein and is a blank canvas for various fillings. Key Ingredients & Mix-ins Here’s what goes into breakfast biscuit…

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

My air fryer cottage cheese pizza bowls are cheesy, bubbling, and ready in 15 minutes with 27 grams of protein per bowl. Includes oven instructions too.  Key Ingredients Here’s what goes into my cottage cheese pizza bowls, along with kitchen…

Beef Negimaki

My beef negimaki recipe makes a fabulous dinner or appetizer that comes together in no time! Made with simple ingredients, it tastes like something you’d get at a Japanese restaurant.  Key Ingredients This is such a simple recipe with a basi…

Chickpea Recipes

Everyone loves chickpeas. They’re one of the most charming and versatile ingredients in the kitchen. At home in soups, spreads, bowls, and snacks, they always deliver. This is a collection of tried-and-true chickpea recipes for all of it.

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Crispy Chickpeas

Crispy roasted chickpeas are one of my favorite ways to add crunch and a bit of protein to salads, bowls, and roasted vegetables. There are a few tricks to getting them extra crispy crunchy, and not sad.

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Beef Tenderloin

This Beef Tenderloin Roast recipe is the ultimate show-stopping centerpiece. It’s perfectly seasoned and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Learn how to cook a beef tenderloin to juicy, flavorful perfection with this foolproof method ideal for holidays or special occasions. How to make Beef Tenderloin: Chill the Meat (Optional, Recommended): Pat the beef dry, season generously with kosher…

Pork Meatballs

Make these Mediterranean-inspired pork meatballs for a satisfying, super-versatile protein for any dinner. Pan-fried in just 15 minutes, you’ll have a batch of juicy, flavorful meatballs in no time! These ground pork meatballs are one of my famil…

Seared Duck Breast Recipe

My pan-seared duck breast recipe features a crackling, crispy skin, juicy meat, and is drizzled with an aromatic plum sauce. It’s easy, elegant, and restaurant-worthy. If you’re lucky enough to have had duck breast in plum sauce before, you…

Magic Salmon Seasoning

This magic salmon seasoning blend transforms any salmon into super flavorful fish in minutes. Made with smoked paprika, garlic powder,…

Air Fryer Tri Tip

Cook tri tip perfectly every time with my simple air fryer cooking method. The result is tri tip that has crisp, tender edges and a juicy middle.   Friends, you’re eyes aren’t deceiving you. Today, you’ll learn how to cook t…

Honey Garlic Salmon

This honey garlic salmon recipe is an easy weeknight dinner with a sweet and savory glaze. It’s simple, delicious, and…

Garlic Butter Baked Pollock

My garlic butter-baked pollock recipe promises buttery-soft, flaky fish, served with tender potatoes and tomatoes for a hearty, healthy dish. All you need is 20 minutes and pantry staples.  My partner and I are on a bit of a seafood kick at home lately…

Schnitzel

Our easy German Schnitzel recipe teaches you how to make traditional pork schnitzel with tips for perfect breading and frying every time. It’s crispy, golden and made with just a few simple ingredients. How to make German Schnitzel: Prep Pork Chops: Grab some plastic wrap and a rolling pin and pound the pork chops to…

Venison Chili

My one-pot venison chili features juicy ground venison, cooked with a flavorful seasoning mix and beans. It’s my favorite wholesome, rich, and hearty dish. When the weather cools, chili becomes a weekly staple in our house. To switch things up, I…

The Cozy German Meal Your Family Will Ask for Again and Again

Our traditional German Rouladen recipe is a classic comfort food with thin slices of beef rolled around mustard, bacon, and vegetables, then braised until melt-in-your-mouth tender. How to make Rouladen: Add Fillings and Roll Up: Lay out each beef slice, pound lightly (optional, if needed), spread with mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Add…

Air Fryer Ham

My air fryer ham with orange and brown sugar glaze is always a showstopper. It’s bursting with sweet and savory flavor, and perfect for Easter, Christmas, or a weekend lunch. When it comes to effortless holiday cooking or when my partner is in hi…

Oxtail Stew

My one-pot oxtail stew is the ultimate comfort food: hearty, healthy, and packed with flavor! It features succulent oxtail chunks slow-cooked in a rich gravy. Stews are one meal I never get tired of, especially when the weather cools down. However, I d…

Braised Beef Cheeks

My braised beef cheeks are lightly browned, simmered with tender veggies in a warm braising broth. The meat is fall-apart tender, and the red wine sauce is savory and aromatic. Oven OR slow cooker methods included! I make beef stew at least once a mont…

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