15 Low Carb High Protein Dinners You Must Try
Protein-rich diet supports immune function and builds and repairs muscles. Moreover, meals and snacks high in protein also help you feel full faster and longer than you would have consumed only carbohydrates.
Being a member of a weight-conscious family, people ask me how I stay on track with my health goals each day.
The answer is that I make plans and decide on what meals and dinners I am making for the week, so I buy my groceries and prep ahead of time.
There are a lot of foods like meat, chicken, turkey, ham, yogurt, cheese, and Bison that are high in protein, and you can make healthy and delicious breakfasts, snacks, meals, lunches, or dinners.
I made this collection of dinner recipes, including a small amount of carbs and high protein.
These recipes are highly versatile and customizable, so if you want to add or omit anything, the substitutes are well-suggested
1- Gola Kabab Recipes
Introduce your palate to the perfect tender and juicy Gola kebabs.
Among various Pakistani cuisines, gola kabab with ground beef and a smoky flavor are top favorites since they are low in carbs and a rich source of protein.
The balanced spices in the ground beef deliver a subtle and savory taste. Want perfect texture? Grind the mixture to make a smooth blend to add cohesiveness.
2- Lemon Pepper Chicken
Do you want to impress your guests with zesty, tangy, and refreshing chicken?
You landed on the right page. Marinate chicken with minimal ingredients, like lemon juice, yogurt, and black pepper, and enjoy the epitome of chicken curries!
Want it more savory for dinner? Mark deep cuts in the chicken pieces to infuse flavor throughout this low-carb and high-protein chicken.
3- Low Carb Chicken Fajita Casserole
Make low-carb flavorful chicken fajita casserole with shredded chicken, cream cheese, yogurt, fajita seasoning, and gooey cheese, and enjoy a healthy and perfect weeknight protein-rich dinner.
I always prefer making this wholesome chicken fajita casserole because its healthy and simple ingredients make me happy while cooking, and the creamy flavor makes the whole family happy too while eating.
Per Serving
- Calories: 267kcal
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 14g
4- Keto Pizza Recipe
Do you want to cut carbs but can’t stop eating pizza? This keto pizza cuts the unhealthy carbs while offering the original Italian pizza-like taste.
Its healthy ingredients, like homemade tomato sauce, mushrooms, olives, tomatoes, bell peppers, and Italian parmesan cheese, let you enjoy this protein-filled pizza without guilt.
Want more fun? Feel free to use your favourite toppings and enjoy them for dinner tonight. Say Cheese!
5- SHAKSHUKA FOR ONE
Are you seeking a hearty, saucy, quick, and easy dinner? Then this recipe of Shakshuka for One, or poached eggs in tomato sauce, is for you.
Enjoy it with crusty bread, homemade naan, and pita bread. Top with feta cheese, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil. Do you prefer it dairy-free? Use dairy-free feta cheese or omit it.
Per Serving
- Calories: 386kcal
6- GREEK YOGURT MARINATED CHICKEN
Once you make delicious takeout kebab-style Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken with minimum prep or fancy ingredients at home will turn into your favorite.
It involves various options from boneless skinless chicken breasts, chicken thighs, chicken tenders, or bone-in & skin-on cuts of chicken.
Opting for grilling or baking in the oven is another perk to recreate this juicy protein-packed chicken. Serve it with salads, nourishing grain bowls, or weeknight dinner wraps!
Per Serving
- Calories: 314kcal
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 53g
- Fat: 9g
7- THAI BEEF SALAD
Thai beef salad with grilled beef steak! Juicy beef with Thai flavor is an incredibly satisfying and refreshing dish for summer.
It packs cucumber, tomato, shallot, fresh chili, and herbs with fish sauce and lime juice dressing.
Every bite feels like a haven with the essence of Thai cuisine, infusing its signature spicy, sour, salty, and slightly sweet flavors.
- Calories: 271kcal
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 17g
- Fat: 19g
8- Carrabba’s Chicken Bryan
Tender chicken drenched in a lemon-basil wine sauce and topped with tangy goat cheese makes an extraordinary copycat of Carrabba’s Chicken Bryan.
Try this restaurant-style chicken dinner for the next get-together and receive hearty compliments from the guests.
Fresh herbs, citrus, rich butter, and perfectly smoky chicken- The combination adds layers of flavors.
Recreate Carrabba’s well-known Chicken Bryan menu option with a luxurious taste and presentation, and that’s also true while staying at home.
Per Serving
- Calories: 600kcal
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 47g
- Fat: 39g
9- TENDER CURRY BISON MEATBALLS
Want to make someone’s birthday very special? Cook these incredibly tender bison meatballs that melt in your mouth.
It is gluten-free, dairy-free, healthy, and low-carb- everything is perfect for an absolute appetizer or complete meal for protein lovers in the savory spices mixed with the sweet undertones of ground bison.
They go great with salad, noodles, French fries, roasted potatoes, or almost any vegetable side dish, like roasted asparagus garlic or white cabbage. The choice is yours.
Per Serving
- Calories: 191kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Fat: 13g
10- CHICKEN TACO CASSEROLE
Bursting with authentic Mexican flavors, Chicken Taco Casserole pops are a great way to get your favorite taco without all the carbs of tortilla chips, taco shells, or black beans.
The recipe welcomes many substitutions like fresh, frozen, or even leftover rotisserie chicken instead of cubed or shredded cheese for tacos.
Customize its toppings and sauces to make it something your entire family will love.
Per Serving
- Calories: 254
- Carbohydrate 7.2g
- Protein 27.3g
- Fat 13g
11- TERIYAKI CHICKEN WINGS
Coated in a simple homemade teriyaki sauce, these crispy chicken wings are perfectly baked. Chicken wings are one of those “fit any occasion” types of food.
Thanks to its homemade teriyaki sauce, they serve a flavorful snack or tasty finger food for parties or game days.
And yes, how can we forget it’s a great source of protein, so whether feeding a crowd or planning a simple dinner, this dish leaves everyone full.
Per Serving
- Calories: 347kcal
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Protein: 24g
- Fat: 20g
12- CREAMY DIJON CHICKEN
Whenever I receive the request to cook a low-carb dinner for my protein lover family, I give this one pan Dijon chicken try.
Tender chicken breasts are pan-fried and coated in a creamy Dijon sauce. One pan means it’s less messy and pulls together in recorded time with few ingredients.
My favorite side dish with this chicken is 3-bean salad, Irish colcannon, or Caprese pasta salad. For fun cooking, you can experiment a little to suit the tastes of your household.
- Calories: 539kcal
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 49g
- Fat: 35g
13- CROCK POT STEAK FAJITAS
Tender, juicy steak with just 6 simple ingredients and delicious fajita seasoning; try this super flavorful crock pot Steak Fajita, and the whole family will be on the dinner table.
These are sugar-free, low carb and gluten-free. Its high protein keeps you full for longer. Want to prevent sogginess? Store the steak fajita mixture separately while serving with wraps (lettuce or tortilla).
Per Serving
- Calories: 276kcal
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Fat: 10g
14- EGGPLANT WITH CHICKEN
Stuffed Eggplant with Chicken and Mozzarella is a healthy and flavorful dish that is so simple to make as a main dish using regular-sized eggplant.
This recipe is super customizable, so go ahead and get creative.
Want to serve as an appetizer? Use baby eggplants. Substitute ground beef, turkey, or sausage for the chicken and Feta cheese for the Mozzarella.
- Calories: 378kcal
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 33g
- Fat: 21
15- Ham and Pimento Cheese Wraps
Crisp lettuce, sweet honey ham, and creamy pimento cheese make Keto Ham and Pimento Cheese Wraps- the perfect fresh and easy lunch for spring and summer or protein-rich dinner on busy weeknights.
The Smoked Ham variety has 2 grams of carbs; substitute it with honey ham if you’re on a stricter low-carb diet.
Per Serving
- Calories: 200kcal
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Fat: 14g
