Easy
Creamy Shrimp Pasta
Fettuccine tossed in a quick butter and cream sauce with peppered shrimp and parsley. One skillet, about 25 minutes, and the sauce clings to every noodle.
25 min4 servings
DinnerPastaShrimp
30 High Protein Chicken Recipes
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Easy
Peppercorn Cream Sauce Chicken Thighs
Seared chicken thighs in a steakhouse peppercorn cream sauce — cracked black pepper, shallots, brandy, and heavy cream. One skillet, about 30 minutes, spooned over mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.
32 min4 servings
DinnerChicken30 Minutes
Easy
Classic American Cheeseburger
A juicy beef patty on a toasted brioche bun with melted American cheese, mayonnaise, crisp lettuce, and raw onion. The diner cheeseburger, made at home in about 20 minutes.
20 min4 servings
DinnerComfort Food30 Minutes
Easy
Creamy Parmesan Garlic Mushroom Chicken
Seared chicken thighs in a garlicky Parmesan cream sauce with mushrooms and spinach. A one-skillet dinner ready in 30 minutes — spoon it over pasta or rice.
30 min4 servings
DinnerChicken30 Minutes
Easy
Vietnamese Grilled Pork Chops
Caramelized Vietnamese pork chops marinated in fish sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and garlic. Grill until charred and glossy — serve over rice with nuoc cham for an easy weeknight dinner.
35 min4 servings
DinnerHigh ProteinBudget
Easy
Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Pasta
Creamy sun-dried tomato chicken pasta with spinach — a restaurant-style pasta dinner in 30 minutes.
30 min4 servings
DinnerPastaChicken
Easy
Hawaiian Chicken Pasta
Sweet-savory Hawaiian chicken pasta with pineapple and bell peppers — a family pasta dinner in 30 minutes.
30 min4 servings
DinnerPastaChicken
Easy
Chicken Tinga Tacos
Smoky chipotle chicken tinga tacos with onions — a 25-minute chicken dinner with bold Mexican flavor.
25 min4 servings
DinnerChicken30 Minutes
Medium
One-Pan Jambalaya
Smoky one-pan jambalaya with chicken, sausage, and rice — a hearty dinner with Louisiana flavor.
45 min6 servings
DinnerOne PanChicken
Easy
Orange Chicken Skillet
Crispy orange chicken in a sticky citrus glaze — a 30-minute chicken dinner without the drive-thru.
30 min4 servings
DinnerChickenOne Pan
Easy
Chicken Parmesan Skillet
Crispy chicken parmesan in one skillet with melted mozzarella — a 30-minute chicken dinner classic.
30 min4 servings
DinnerChickenOne Pan
Easy
Chicken Teriyaki Skillet
Sticky teriyaki chicken skillet with broccoli — a 25-minute chicken dinner better than takeout.
25 min4 servings
DinnerChickenOne Pan
Easy
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
Creamy chicken bacon ranch pasta — a kid-friendly pasta dinner ready in 25 minutes.
25 min4 servings
DinnerPastaChicken
Easy
Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Creamy chicken alfredo pasta with tender chicken and fettuccine — an easy pasta dinner ready in 30 minutes.
30 min4 servings
DinnerPastaChicken
Easy
One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Orzo
Creamy lemon chicken and orzo cooked in one skillet — a cozy one-pan dinner with minimal dishes.
35 min4 servings
DinnerOne PanChicken
Easy
Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes
Crispy sheet pan chicken thighs with roasted baby potatoes — the one-pan dinner families request on repeat.
45 min4 servings
DinnerOne PanSheet Pan
Easy
Honey Mustard Chicken Skillet
Sweet-savory honey mustard chicken with green beans — a family-friendly skillet dinner in 30 minutes.
30 min4 servings
DinnerChickenOne Pan
Easy
Crispy Chicken Cutlets
Golden pan-fried chicken cutlets ready in 25 minutes — an easy chicken dinner kids love with pasta or salad.
25 min4 servings
DinnerChickenKid Friendly
Medium
Chicken Piccata
Classic chicken piccata with lemon-caper butter sauce — an impressive 30-minute chicken dinner.
30 min4 servings
DinnerChicken30 Minutes
Easy
Chicken Pesto Penne
Easy chicken pasta dinner with basil pesto and juicy chicken — ready in 25 minutes.
25 min4 servings
DinnerPastaChicken
Easy
Sausage Egg Breakfast Sandwich
Soft brioche buns loaded with sizzling sausage patties and fluffy scrambled eggs. Assemble open-faced on a sheet pan, bake until warm and toasty, then stack — the easiest way to make four sandwiches at once.
30 min4 servings
BreakfastKid FriendlyQuick
Easy
Salmon Rice Bowl
Flaky salmon over seasoned rice with spicy mayo and avocado — the viral meal-prep bowl format that took over lunch Reels.
30 min2 servings
LunchInstagram ViralHigh Protein
Easy
French Onion Chicken Bake
Caramelized onions, melted Gruyère, and juicy chicken in one casserole — the viral comfort dinner that tastes like French onion soup turned main course.
50 min4 servings
DinnerInstagram ViralHigh Protein
Easy
Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
The high-protein viral dessert — blended cottage cheese turns impossibly creamy and chocolatey. Ready in 5 minutes and tastes nothing like diet food.
5 min2 servings
DessertInstagram ViralNo Bake
Easy
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Creamy, spicy buffalo chicken dip with melted cheese — the game day legend. Scoop with chips, celery, or pretzels and watch it disappear.
35 min10 servings
Late NightPartyComfort Food
Easy
Pulled Pork Nachos
Smoky, tender pulled pork piled high over crispy chips with tangy BBQ sauce and melted cheese. The ultimate tailgate nacho — messy, cheesy, and completely irresistible.
25 min8 servings
NachosLate NightParty
Easy
Chicken Nachos Supreme
Shredded seasoned chicken, black beans, corn, and a double layer of cheese over crispy chips. Topped with cool sour cream and fresh salsa — restaurant-style nachos at home.
30 min6 servings
NachosLate NightParty
Hard
Osso Buco
Braised veal shanks in white wine, tomatoes, and aromatics until fork-tender. Served with gremolata and risotto — a Milanese masterpiece.
2h 20m4 servings
DinnerComfort FoodHigh Protein
Hard
Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding
Sunday roast perfection — herb-crusted beef with crispy roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, and rich gravy. The heart of British culinary tradition.
2h 20m6 servings
DinnerComfort FoodHigh Protein
Medium
Chicken Tikka Masala
Charred yogurt-marinated chicken in a creamy tomato-spice sauce. Britain's adopted national dish — born in Glasgow, loved everywhere.
1h4 servings
DinnerComfort FoodHigh Protein
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How much protein is in chicken breast?
A 6 oz cooked chicken breast has about 42g of protein with minimal fat.
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