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High Protein Dinners

High Protein Dinners: 7 Deliciously Energizing Recipes

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A collection of high protein dinner recipes to keep you satisfied and energized.


Ingredients

  • Chicken fillet – 500g
  • Quinoa – 1 cup
  • Black Beans – 1 can
  • Spinach – 2 cups
  • Olive Oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic – 2 cloves
  • Lemon Juice – 2 tablespoons
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Season chicken fillet with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  3. Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  5. In a pan, sauté garlic in olive oil, add spinach until wilted.
  6. Mix quinoa, black beans, and spinach in a bowl.
  7. Slice chicken and serve over the quinoa mixture.
  8. Drizzle lemon juice on top before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables.
  • Can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: High Protein Dinners