5 High-Protein Meal Ideas for Strength & Recovery | Fitness-Focused Nutrition

These protein-packed recipes help repair muscle tissue, stabilize blood sugar, and keep energy levels steady throughout your day.

Perfect for fitness enthusiasts, bodybuilders, or anyone wanting cleaner, stronger nutrition.

1. Greek Chicken & Brown Rice Bowl

Serves: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) chicken breast, cubed
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• ½ cup cucumber, diced
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp oregano
• ½ lemon (juiced)
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Cook chicken in olive oil with oregano, salt, and pepper until golden.
2. In bowls, layer rice, tomatoes, cucumber, and feta.
3. Add chicken and drizzle with lemon juice.

Macros (per serving)

• Calories: 460
• Protein: 46 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fat: 13 g

2. Beef & Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Serves: 3 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• ½ lb (225 g) lean ground beef
• 3 large bell peppers
• ½ cup cooked quinoa
• ½ onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ½ cup tomato sauce
• ½ tsp chili powder
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Slice tops off peppers and remove seeds.
2. Cook beef, onion, and garlic in a skillet until browned.
3. Add quinoa, tomato sauce, and seasoning.
4. Stuff peppers, place in a baking dish, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes.

Macros (per serving)

• Calories: 390
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 26 g
• Fat: 13 g

3. Cottage Cheese Power Bowl

Serves: 1 | Prep Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• ½ banana, sliced
• ¼ cup blueberries
• 1 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

1. Add cottage cheese to a bowl.
2. Top with banana, blueberries, almond butter, and chia seeds.

Macros

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fat: 13 g

4. Spicy Shrimp & Veggie Stir-Fry

Serves: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup broccoli
• ½ cup bell peppers, sliced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sriracha
• 1 tsp olive oil
• ½ tsp garlic powder

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a skillet; add shrimp and cook until pink.
2. Add veggies, soy sauce, and sriracha; stir-fry for 3–4 minutes.
3. Serve immediately.

Macros (per serving)

• Calories: 310
• Protein: 42 g
• Carbs: 9 g
• Fat: 10 g

5. Vanilla Protein Overnight Oats

Serves: 1 | Prep Time: 5 mins | Chill Time: 6 hrs (overnight)

Ingredients

• ½ cup rolled oats
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tsp chia seeds
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
• Optional: berries or nut butter

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients in a jar or bowl.
2. Refrigerate overnight.
3. Top with berries or nut butter before eating.

Macros

• Calories: 370
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fat: 10 g

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