These 30+ Protein Bowl recipes have been my go-to’s for meal prep lunches and easy dinners for YEARS! Each bowl is comforting, flavorful, full of healthy ingredients, and higher in protein. And as a busy mom of 3, I especially love that so many of these can be made in 30 minutes or less! If you’ve been looking for the best protein bowls (that are anything but boring), these recipes are SO good.
Homemade Protein Bars (Peanut Butter)
This is my go-to Homemade Protein Bars recipe! Made with a 4-ingredient protein bar base and a melted chocolate topping, these peanut butter protein bars are SO good. I love that they have 15 grams of protein and are the best healthy snack for busy days! If you’re looking to save money by meal prepping and making your own protein bars at home, you’ll love how this recipe tastes like a peanut butter chocolate treat.
Best Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
This is my go-to Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup recipe! I’ve been making it for years and it’s one of my favorite cozy meals when it’s cold outside. Made with simple-but-flavorful ingredients, I love that even my picky kiddos will eat it! This soup is hearty, nourishing, and comes together in under an hour with minimal effort. If you’ve been looking for the best tried-and-true chicken noodle soup, you’ll love this easy recipe!
Carnitas Bowl
I have been making this Carnitas recipe on repeat lately and it’s always such a hit with my entire family! And after tons of testing, I can honestly say they are PERFECT. These easy pork carnitas are cooked in a single Dutch oven, then added to bowls with rice, black bean and corn salsa, and topped off with creamy avocado lime dressing. They’re flavorful, tender, slightly crispy, and so good in these bowls. If you’ve been searching for the best carnitas, this recipe works perfectly every single time!
35+ Healthy Chocolate Recipes
These have been my hands-down FAVORITE healthier chocolate recipes for years! From protein peanut butter cups to chocolate date snickers, cookies, brownies, and more, these easy chocolate recipes have been tested to perfection and are truly the best sweet treat. Whether you’re making a chocolate dessert for a party, prepping a healthy snack for the week ahead, or looking to find your new go-to chocolate fix, you’ll love these 35+ Healthy Chocolate Recipes!
Healthy Tahini Salted Caramel Truffles
These Tahini Salted Caramel Truffles have been one of my favorite healthy chocolate treats for YEARS! They’re creamy, sweet, and soft on the inside, then coated with a thick layer of decadent dark chocolate and topped with flaky sea salt. And I love that they only take a few minutes to easily make at home! Every bite is full of chocolatey caramel goodness that’s SO good.
Sandwich Bread Recipe
If you’re looking for a sandwich bread recipe that’s dependable and absolutely delicious, you’ve found it! This is my go-to easy Homemade Sandwich Bread that’s incredibly soft, fluffy, and flavorful. It’s been tested to perfection, so you can be confident it’ll turn out great every time! I love this easy bread loaf recipe because it’s made with whole grains and has 4 grams of protein per slice. My kids enjoy it too, which is always a win!
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bowls
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Bowls that come together in under 40 minutes, have 35 grams of protein, and are SO full of flavor! I’ve been making these for dinner multiple times a week lately and they always turn out so good. The crispy chicken is coated in a sweet, savory, and perfectly spicy buffalo sauce, then served over rice and crunchy veggies. And as a busy mom, I love that these healthy bowls can be made in one pan! If you’ve been looking for an easy healthy dinner idea, this buffalo chicken recipe is truly the best.
Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies
Cottage Cheese Brownies that have 6 grams of protein, easy to make, and come together in under 25 minutes! These are my go-to treat whenever I’m craving all a classic fudge brownie, but want something that’s healthy and made with wholesome ingredients. After testing this recipe many times, I can honestly say these are the BEST healthy protein brownies and work perfectly great every single time! Each bite is full of melt-in-your-mouth chocolatey goodness – they’re so good!
Ginger Beef & Broccoli Bowls
I could eat these Ginger Beef & Broccoli Bowls every single day. They’re healthy, higher in protein, and come together in just 30 minutes – truly life changing! I’ve been making this easy dinner recipe for my family on repeat lately and it’s always such a win. The entire meal can be made in one skillet, then divided into bowls and drizzled with sauce that’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and flavorful. Every bite is SO good!
Salmon Patties
These Salmon Patties are a total game-changer! I’ve been making them on repeat lately and I’m so obsessed. I love that they’re healthy, have 22 grams of protein, and are a great option to add to a salads, bowls, over rice or pasta, and so much more. As a busy mom of 3, it’s also amazing that they can easily be made in under an hour! My entire family loves these so much – every bite is flavorful and SO good.
Banana Cashew Butter Chia Seed Smoothie
This Banana Cashew Butter Chia Seed Smoothie is always one of my top favorite ways to start the day! It’s sweet, creamy, thick, and SO good. With 21 grams of protein, I love that it’s a healthy breakfast that comes together in just 5 minutes! Adjust the recipe to make a drinkable smoothie on the go or add it to a bowl with toppings. Either, way, you’ll love this easy Banana Cashew Smoothie!
Peanut Butter Chicken Recipe
With over 80+ 5-star reviews, this Peanut Butter Chicken recipe is truly the BEST! I’ve been making this easy dinner for YEARS and even my picky toddler loves it. It’s always such a hit and the whole thing comes together in just 30 minutes. The garlicky peanut butter sauce with the chicken, rice, and veggies makes for a healthy meal that the entire family will love!