20 High Protein Chicken Recipes

When it comes to eating healthy, you need to be conscious of protein intake and all the other things along with the taste.

Finding out what to eat to fulfill their protein intake can be challenging for new buddies, especially if you’re a gym rat.

But don’t worry. I’ve spent hours finding the best high-protein chicken recipes that are delicious as well.

So get ready to try these flavorful, well-seasoned, and protein-packed recipes to hit your goals.

Serve them to your family for dinner or lunch and surprise their taste buds.

Let’s get on the list.

1- Egg Roll Recipe

Egg rolls are one of the most popular appetizers in Chinese cuisine. Thisconsists of a savory filling, wrapped in a thin dough, and fried until crispy. Here’s how to make them at home:

Things You Will Need To Prepare Egg Roll Recipe

• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 small carrot, shredded
• 1 package (25 count) egg roll wrappers
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons water
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Dipping sauce of your choice (such as sweet and sour sauce)

How to Prepare Egg Roll Recipe

1- Prepare the Filling:

• In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil over medium-high.
• Add the minced garlic and sauté till fragrant.
• Add in the ground pork and break it up with a spoon until it is no longerpink.
• Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil and ground ginger.
• Add the shredded cabbage and carrot; cook until the vegetables are wilted and tender.
• Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

2- Assemble the Egg Rolls:

• In a small bowl, mix the flour and water to create a paste.
• Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing toward you, like a diamond shape.
• Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling near the center of the wrapper.
• Fold over the bottom corner of the filling, then fold in the side corners.
• Roll tightly towards the top corner
• Dab a little bit of the flour paste at the top corner to seal the egg roll
• Do this with the remaining wrappers and filling.

3- Prepare to Fry the Egg Rolls:

• Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pot.
• Add the few egg rolls carefully, sometimes frying until they turn crispy and golden brown for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove them using the slotted spoon and make them drain on paper towels. 

4- Serve: 

• Serve the hot egg rolls with your preferred dipping sauce.

2-CHICKEN TERIYAKI STIR FRY

Loaded with chicken, broccoli, bell peppers and carrots this is a delicious, filling, low carb meal on its own – or add noodles or rice to serve more people. 

3-Paleo General Chicken

Paleo General Chicken (or General Tso’s Chicken) is crispy, tender, breaded pan-fried chicken engulfed in a delicious sauce.

This soy-free, refined sugar-free, gluten-free General Chicken recipe is a healthier take on the classic takeout dish.

4- Chicken and Lentil Curry

Chicken and Lentil Curry is a rich and flavorful dish combining tender chicken pieces with protein-rich lentils, all simmered in a spiced curry sauce.

Things You Will Need To Prepare Chicken and Lentil Curry

• 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
• 1 can (14 oz/400ml) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz/400ml) coconut milk
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Cooked basmati rice or naan bread, for serving

Instructions to Make Chicken and Lentil Curry

1- Sauté Aromatics:

• Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium.
• Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Add the minced garlic and ginger; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

2- Add Spices:

• Sprinkle in the curry powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper.
• Stir continuously for about 1 minute to toast the spices, enhancing their flavors.

3- Add Chicken:

• Add the chicken pieces to the pot, stirring to coat them evenly with the spice mixture.
• Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides.

4- Add Lentils and Liquids:

• Add the rinsed red lentils, diced tomatoes (with their juices), coconut milk, and chicken broth to the pot.
• Stir well to combine all ingredients.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, covering the pot and allowing it to simmer.

5- Simmer:

• Let the curry simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentils are cooked and the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.
• If the curry becomes too thick, add a bit more chicken broth or water to your desired consistency.

6- Season and Serve:

• Season the curry with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
• Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, with cooked basmati rice or warm naan bread.

5-Yasai Itame

Yasai itame is a Japanese stir-fry with lots of Asian flavors running through it. 

It is commonly served with a side dish of steamed white rice and some tsukemono.

6-Chicken Korai

Chicken korai is a slow-cooked curry popular in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.

7-Chicken Piccata Cheesecake 

This popular Cheesecake Factory chicken piccata copycat tastes just as fabulous as the restaurant’s lemon caper chicken!! 

It’s smothered with tangy capers and a mouthwatering lemon sauce that tickles your taste buds a

8-Spicy Honey Lime Chicken Thighs

Boneless, skinless chicken thighs make a great weekly dinner with an easy prep, and everyone loves them!

Flavorful and easy to pair with a side dish or two, Spicy Honey Lime Chicken Thighs are perfect for Keto, Low Carb, andPaleo.

9-OVEN-FRIED PALEO CHICKEN TENDERS

These baked paleo chicken tenders are crispy, full of flavor, and SO easy to make! 

Dinner is ready in less than 30 minutes, and everyone will be happy!

10-ONE PAN PARMESAN TUSCAN CHICKEN

Tuscan chicken, seasoned to perfection and coated in a creamy Greek yogurt, mushroom, and Parmesan sauce.

This Parmesan Tuscan Chicken is packed with flavor in every little bite. 

11-LOW CARB MONGOLIAN CHICKEN

This Low Carb Mongolian Chicken is the perfect, easy meal for a Friday night takeout alternative! Try this for your next healthy comfort meal!

12-SOUTHERN STYLE FRIED CHICKEN

This Southern-style fried Chicken is the best representation of juicy chicken on the inside, with an irresistible crust full of crunchy ripples.

13-Frozen Chicken Wings 

Baking frozen wings is the easiest way to make chicken wings; in my opinion, it’s also the tastiest! Making baked wings from frozen is our favorite method.

14-INSTANT POT GREEN CHICKEN CURRY 

The Best Thai Green Curry Recipe is made in the Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker for a quick and easy meal! 

This green chicken curry is low in carbs and can also be made in a slow cooker!

15-Cilantro Lime Chicken

Cilantro lime chicken is such a flavorful, fresh main course. 

Chicken thighs are marinated in a homemade cilantro lime marinade and seared until crispy. 

16-Instant Pot Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Jerk chicken made in the Instant Pot is such an easy way to get dinner on the table or to meal prep for the week. 

It is so flavorful and will easily become one of your favorite ways to cook chicken.

17-Chicken Burrito Bowls

Chicken Burrito Bowls with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice is a healthy, low-carb meal that comes together in about 30 minutes, and it’s great for meal prep! 

18-Greek Chicken Souvlaki

Fire up the grill and transport yourself to the Mediterranean with this Greek Chicken Souvlaki! 

These juicy marinated chicken skewers are perfectly grilled and cook up in just 15 minutes!

 

19-Instant Pot Whole Chicken Recipe

This easy Instant Pot whole chicken recipe is a weeknight family favorite. This pressure cooker chicken recipe is ideal for gluten-free, keto, and low-carb diets.

20-Guatemalan Spiced Chicken Stew

This velvety chicken stew is the ultimate Guatemalan comfort food! 

Often considered the national dish of Guatemala, pepián de pollo features tender chicken pieces in a lightly-spiced tomato, toasted pumpkin seed and chile sauce.