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A beautifully plated high-protein fall dinner featuring roasted chicken and vegetables.

27 Easy Lazy Fall High Protein Dinner Ideas You'll Love

Enjoy a variety of quick, high-protein fall dinners that are easy to prepare and packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 lb shrimps, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb lean beef
Grains & Legumes
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
Vegetables & Fruits
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
Dairy & Eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
Seasonings & Oils
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
Other
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook ground turkey in olive oil until browned.
  3. Mix cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, bell peppers, spinach, and tomatoes. Add seasonings.
  4. Transfer mixture to baking dish, top with chicken and cottage cheese, bake 20 minutes.
  5. Whisk eggs, cook in skillet, add shrimp until pink. Sauté beef with vegetables.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite fall vegetables and herbs for added flavor.