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💪Protein-Packed Lunch Recipes

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Thai Coconut Curry Chicken

with Chicken Thighs, Bell Pepper & Cilantro Lime Rice

Easy
10m prep
30m total
Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:59g protein·64g carbs·38g fat

One-Pan Cheesy Chicken Tacos

with Black Beans, Green Pepper & Smoky Red Pepper Crema

Easy
5m prep
15m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyQuick+2
🍽️Nutrients:62g protein·85g carbs·41g fat

Bayou Blackened Chicken Legs

with Smoky Red Beans, Buttery Rice & Hot Sauce Crema

Medium
10m prep
40m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SugarMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:57g protein·79g carbs·38g fat

Family-Style Chicken & Spinach Pasta Bake

2x the delicious servings!

Hard
25m prep
50m total
Protein SmartMass Gain FriendlyMulti-PortionNew
🍽️Nutrients:51g protein·76g carbs·28g fat

Lemon Peppercorn Chicken

with Rosemary Garlic Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Easy
0
45m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartFiber SmartLow Sugar+2
🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·42g carbs·22g fat

Lone Star Beef & Pepper Mac & Cheese

with a Crispy Panko Topping

Easy
5m prep
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep
🍽️Nutrients:56g protein·96g carbs·93g fat

Backyard Grill Bourbon Steak

plus Chive Butter, Tomato Panzanella & Grilled Zucchini

Medium
5m prep
40m total
Protein SmartCarb SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep
🍽️Nutrients:40g protein·36g carbs·51g fat

Oven-Baked Chicken Legs

with Mac ’n’ Cheese, Broccoli, and Ranch Spice

Easy
0
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly+1
🍽️Nutrients:48g protein·73g carbs·54g fat

Salmon & Crispy Chickpea Tabbouleh Bowls

with Creamy Feta Dressing

Medium
10m prep
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:52g protein·95g carbs·69g fat

Smashed Black Bean & Turkey Tostadas

with Green Pepper, Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema

Medium
10m prep
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:53g protein·109g carbs·55g fat

One-Pot Longhorn Turkey & Bean Chili

with Jalapeño & Smoky Red Pepper Crema

Easy
10m prep
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartEasy CleanupSpicy
🍽️Nutrients:45g protein·62g carbs·27g fat

Beef & Poblano Tacos

with Kiwi Salsa & Lime Crema

Easy
10m prep
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyOne Pan
🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·79g carbs·43g fat

Chicken & Sweet Potato Fajitas

with Pepper Jack, Pickled Jalapeño & Lime Crema

Medium
10m prep
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:52g protein·99g carbs·46g fat

Creamy Pesto Grilling Cheese Ciabattas

with Tomato, Balsamic Glaze & Potato Wedges

Easy
10m prep
30m total
VeggieProtein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:33g protein·88g carbs·53g fat

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

Bravo Balsamic Chicken

with Roasted Green Beans & Herby Potatoes

Medium
10m prep
35m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart+2
🍽️Nutrients:36g protein·46g carbs·21g fat

Chicken, Black Bean & Poblano Flautas

with Guacamole, Tomatoes & Sour Cream

Medium
10m prep
30m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlySpicy
🍽️Nutrients:55g protein·105g carbs·57g fat

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

Steak with Creamy Thyme Sauce

plus Roasted Potatoes & Carrots

Medium
10m prep
40m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart
🍽️Nutrients:32g protein·47g carbs·27g fat

Rosemary-Crusted Chicken Thighs

with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Burst Tomatoes

Easy
0
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:37g protein·53g carbs·25g fat

Tilapia with Scallion Sriracha Pesto

over Ginger Cauliflower Rice with Green Beans

Medium
10m prep
30m total
KetoProtein SmartCalorie SmartCarb Smart+1
🍽️Nutrients:35g protein·27g carbs·33g fat

Chicken Sausage, Garlic & Zucchini Flatbreads

with White Sauce, Mozzarella & Grape Tomatoes

Medium
10m prep
40m total
Protein SmartMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:44g protein·68g carbs·45g fat

Tuscan Chicken with Balsamic Tomato Sauce

with Mashed Cannellini Beans & Roasted Green Beans

Easy
5m prep
30m total
Protein SmartCalorie SmartCarb SmartFiber Smart
🍽️Nutrients:44g protein·51g carbs·28g fat

Uruguayan-Style Churrasco Steaks

with Chimichurri, Roasted Potatoes & Corn Salad

Medium
10m prep
35m total
Protein SmartFiber SmartLow SodiumMass Gain Friendly
🍽️Nutrients:34g protein·58g carbs·50g fat

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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