5 More High-Protein Paleo Meals for Energy & Recovery | Clean Eating Recipes

These protein-dense paleo recipes are crafted for active lifestyles — keeping your meals simple, flavorful, and free from grains, dairy, and processed foods.

1. Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp thyme
• ½ tsp rosemary
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss Brussels sprouts in half the olive oil and seasoning; spread on a tray.
3. Rub chicken with remaining oil, garlic, and herbs.
4. Roast everything for 25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.

Macros (per serving)

Calories: 450 | Protein: 44g | Carbs: 11g | Fat: 24g

2. Paleo Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice

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

Ingredients

• 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup cauliflower rice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp paprika
• Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add garlic and shrimp; sauté until pink.
2. Add lemon juice and paprika; cook 1 more minute.
3. In another pan, warm cauliflower rice and season lightly.
4. Serve shrimp over rice and sprinkle parsley.

Macros (per serving)

Calories: 330 | Protein: 39g | Carbs: 9g | Fat: 13g

3. Paleo Ground Turkey Breakfast Hash

Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 8 oz ground turkey
• ½ sweet potato, diced
• ½ bell pepper, chopped
• ¼ onion, diced
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Salt, pepper, paprika

Instructions

1. Sauté sweet potato in olive oil until soft.
2. Add turkey, onion, and bell pepper; cook until turkey is browned.
3. Season with paprika and salt.

Macros (per serving)

Calories: 380 | Protein: 41g | Carbs: 18g | Fat: 15g

4. Spicy Tuna & Avocado Paleo Bowl

Servings: 1 | Prep Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• 1 can (5 oz) wild tuna
• ½ avocado, diced
• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp chili flakes
• ½ cup shredded carrots or cabbage

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix tuna, avocado, oil, lemon juice, and chili flakes.
2. Serve over shredded veggies.

Macros

Calories: 345 | Protein: 37g | Carbs: 6g | Fat: 19g

5. Baked Cod with Sweet Potato Fries & Broccoli

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

Ingredients

• 2 cod fillets (6 oz each)
• 1 medium sweet potato, cut into fries
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss sweet potato fries with half the olive oil and spices; bake for 20 minutes.
3. Add cod and broccoli to the tray; brush with olive oil and season.
4. Bake another 12–15 minutes.

Macros (per serving)

Calories: 420 | Protein: 43g | Carbs: 28g | Fat: 12g

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