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      💪Protein-Packed Lunch Recipes

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      BBQ Beef & Cheddar Pot Pie
      American
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      900

      BBQ Beef & Cheddar Pot Pie

      with Pillsbury™️ Original Crescent Rolls

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyNew
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·61g carbs·55g fat
      Garlic Herb Steak
      American
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      910

      Garlic Herb Steak

      with Loaded Potato Skins and Mustardy Snap Peas

      Easy
      0
      45m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarMass Gain Friendly+1
      🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·47g carbs·59g fat
      Southwestern Beef Tacos
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      810

      Southwestern Beef Tacos

      with Bell Peppers, Lime Crema, and Pepper Jack Cheese

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartLow SugarMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·55g carbs·47g fat
      One-Pan Orzo Marinara
      Italian
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      790

      One-Pan Orzo Marinara

      with Chicken Sausage and Crispy Breadcrumbs

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:38g protein·86g carbs·34g fat
      Chicken Bibimbap for Dinner
      Korean
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      600

      Chicken Bibimbap for Dinner

      with a Korean Burrito for Lunch

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartSpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·84g carbs·14g fat
      Monterey Jack Un-Fried Chicken
      American
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      800

      Monterey Jack Un-Fried Chicken

      with Roasted Carrots, Potato Wedges & Sriracha Mayo

      Easy
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyClimate Superstar
      🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·61g carbs·44g fat
      Crispy Chipotle Shrimp Tacos
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      580

      Crispy Chipotle Shrimp Tacos

      with Cabbage Slaw and Radishes

      Easy
      0
      20m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarSpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·52g carbs·27g fat
      Trout with Pistachio-Scallion Gremolata
      American
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      790

      Trout with Pistachio-Scallion Gremolata

      with Red Pepper Glaze, Garlic Herb Potatoes & Green Beans

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly+2
      🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·65g carbs·45g fat
      Salmon Banh Mi Baguettes
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      820

      Salmon Banh Mi Baguettes

      Elevated Dinners, Impressively Easy

      Easy
      0
      15m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuickEasy Prep & Clean+1
      🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·55g carbs·40g fat
      Chicken Fusilli Italiano
      Italian
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      770

      Chicken Fusilli Italiano

      with Roasted Vegetables

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly+1
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·83g carbs·31g fat
      Mexican Chicken & Rice Bowls
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      700

      Mexican Chicken & Rice Bowls

      with Pico de Gallo & Lime Sour Cream

      Easy
      5m prep
      20m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuickEasy Prep+1
      🍽️Nutrients:38g protein·61g carbs·33g fat
      Coconut Chicken Curry with Chickpeas
      Indian
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      970

      Coconut Chicken Curry with Chickpeas

      topped with Yogurt & served with Basmati Rice

      Easy
      10m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:47g protein·99g carbs·42g fat
      Chicken Sausage Flatbreads for Dinner
      Italian
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      760

      Chicken Sausage Flatbreads for Dinner

      with Italian Orzotto for Lunch

      Easy
      0
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·70g carbs·33g fat
      Steak, Zucchini & Snap Pea Bibimbap
      Asian
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      1010

      Steak, Zucchini & Snap Pea Bibimbap

      with Sweet Sesame Sauce & a Fried Egg

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:53g protein·83g carbs·49g fat
      Mango Tango Chicken Tacos
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      730

      Mango Tango Chicken Tacos

      with Hot Sauce Crema

      Easy
      10m prep
      25m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyOne Pan+1
      🍽️Nutrients:39g protein·83g carbs·30g fat
      Creamy Cilantro Bavette Steak Bowls
      American
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      710

      Creamy Cilantro Bavette Steak Bowls

      with Garlic Lime Rice & Charred Green Pepper

      Easy
      15m prep
      30m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarLow Sodium+2
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·55g carbs·41g fat
      BBQ Baby Back Ribs
      American
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      1660

      BBQ Baby Back Ribs

      with Corn Salad & Pillsbury™️ Southern Homestyle Buttermilk Biscuit Bombs

      Medium
      10m prep
      40m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:61g protein·130g carbs·101g fat
      Street Cart–Style Chicken Bowls
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      1090

      Street Cart–Style Chicken Bowls

      with Dark Meat Chicken, Yellow Rice, White Sauce & Pita Wedges

      Medium
      5m prep
      20m total
      Protein SmartLow SugarMass Gain FriendlyQuick+2
      🍽️Nutrients:64g protein·88g carbs·49g fat
      Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Bake
      American
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      510

      Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Bake

      with Bell Peppers and Monterey Jack Cheese

      Easy
      0
      45m total
      Protein SmartCalorie SmartLow Sugar
      🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·33g carbs·21g fat
      Stovetop Shells and Cheddar with Crispy Breadcrumbs and Roasted Carrots
      American
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      758

      Stovetop Shells and Cheddar with Crispy Breadcrumbs and Roasted Carrots

      Easy
      0
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:30g protein·71g carbs·40g fat
      Greek Diner Spaghetti with Chicken
      Mediterranean
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      720

      Greek Diner Spaghetti with Chicken

      Topped with Tomato, Spinach, Feta & Dill

      Easy
      10m prep
      25m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyFamily Friendly
      🍽️Nutrients:50g protein·80g carbs·20g fat
      One-Pan Black Bean & Pepper Quesadillas
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      910

      One-Pan Black Bean & Pepper Quesadillas

      with Lemon Crema

      Easy
      5m prep
      15m total
      VeggieProtein SmartFiber SmartLow Sugar+5
      🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·84g carbs·50g fat
      Honey Frank's RedHot® Sauce Chicken
      American
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      720

      Honey Frank's RedHot® Sauce Chicken

      with Roasted Carrots & Cheesy Garlic Potato Wedges

      Medium
      10m prep
      35m total
      Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
      🍽️Nutrients:41g protein·52g carbs·39g fat
      Creamy Spinach Ravioli with Meatballs
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      880

      Creamy Spinach Ravioli with Meatballs

      Zucchini, Grape Tomatoes & Parmesan

      Easy
      0
      15m total
      Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuickEasy Prep+1
      🍽️Nutrients:39g protein·58g carbs·52g fat
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      What are good sources of protein for lunch?
      Chicken, beans, and legumes are excellent protein sources for lunch.
      Why is protein important for lunch?
      Protein helps keep you full and focused throughout the day.

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