For a tasty way to stay healthy, try these high-protein low-carb recipes. All of these ideas are the best when you want to maintain a keto, low-carb, Atkins, or diabetic diet. These simple recipes are quick, easy, great for meal-planning & 100% yummy!
The recipes below are great for the low-carb lifestyle that packs a ton of protein too. They include more than just Naked Deep-Fried Chicken Wings & a broiled piece of meat. This list includes the best things to eat any time of day - breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner, & even a few desserts.
Types of Recipes Shared
Whether you are a beginner in the kitchen or a gourmet chef at home, there is something easy or fancy for you. Including one-pan meals, sheet pan favorites, oven, stovetop, or slow cooker.
Plus get cooking outside in your smoker or on the grill. Whether you grill beef, chicken, seafood, or vegetables, you do not want to miss my guide on GRILLING WITH THE LID ON OR OFF.
Now here are what you will find here today.
- APPETIZERS & SNACKS
- BREAKFAST
- LUNCH
- DINNER
- DESSERTS TOO!
Do not skip checking out the Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders or Grilled Tri-Tip Steak, 2 of my absolute favorites!
Appetizers & Snacks
For snacks and appetizers that are low-carb and also have some protein, check out these recipes.
Dill PIckle Deviled Eggs
Creamy and tangy deviled eggs are party-perfect food and a crowd-pleasing appetizer. This easy recipe is keto, low-carb, gluten-free, and diabetic too. Great for cookouts, BBQs, game day, Super Bowl, & buffets.
Dill Pickle Deviled Eggs
Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick
Teriyaki chicken on a stick is an easy family favorite recipe. These tasty marinated chicken teriyaki kebabs are grilled to perfection for the ultimate sweet, salty, and savory bite. This is a gluten-free recipe with keto options as well.
Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick
Garlic Butter Wings
Crispy garlic butter wings are fantastic. Seasoned chicken wings are deep-fried and tossed in a garlic butter sauce that is rich & pungent. Loaded with garlic and crispy skin makes these wings an appetizer favorite. The best mild wings for game day, parties, or a crowd. Also low-carb, gluten-free, & keto-friendly.
Garlic Butter Wings
Naked Chicken Wings
For the best crispy & juicy naked chicken wings, try this easy deep-fryer recipe. The crunchy party appetizer has no breading or gluten. Great for lunch, dinner, game day, or snacks. Seasoned drummettes & flats have tons of flavor - serve with wing dust, spices, sauces, condiments, & dips.
Naked Chicken Wings
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Wings
The best Instant Pot chicken wings recipe is so easy & yummy. Fall-off-the-bone buffalo chicken wings will please any crowd. The cooking liquid secret adds so much flavor. These spicy wings are keto-approved, low-carb, & diabetic-friendly.
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Wings
Grilled Jalapeño Poppers
The best grilled jalapeno popper recipe is only 3 ingredients. Bacon-wrapped with artichoke dip for a salty, crispy, creamy & spicy appetizer. In just 30 minutes is ready. The keto & low-carb snack or finger food is great for summer BBQ cookouts, parties, Super Bowl game day, or camping.
Grilled Jalapeno Poppers
Breakfast
For that first meal of the day, start off right with something protein-packed. These recipes will get your going plus they are low-carb. Fuel up with any of these high-protein and low-carb breakfast recipes.
Soft Scrambled Eggs
For the best soft scrambled eggs, this recipe to slow cook them on the stove is so easy. They are creamy, fluffy, & moist every time. Great for breakfast, brunch, or anytime. Add to recipes, and sandwiches, or enjoy with your favorite breakfast meats for a great meal.
Soft Scrambled Eggs
Breakfast Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Scramble
For a tasty & easy Breakfast Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Scramble, try this quick 20-minute recipe. Just 5 ingredients for the best morning meal. This one-pan skillet recipe is hearty with gooey melted cheddar for a low-carb/gluten-free way to start your day.
Breakfast Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Scramble
Corned Beef & Egg Scramble
This one-pan skillet recipe for corned beef & egg scramble is hearty & comforting. The best way to use up leftover Irish corned beef brisket or round roast from St Patrick's Day. This quick 15-minute breakfast is also great for brunch, lunch, or dinner. It's protein-packed, low-carb, keto, paleo, Whole30, dairy-free, & gluten-free.
Corned Beef & Scrambled Egg Skillet
Basic Keto Chaffles
Keto and low-carb waffles are made with just two ingredients in only 6 minutes. These savory basic chaffles are only 3 net carbs and have a ton of flavor and versatility to enjoy in so many ways. Great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Turn them into keto pizza, a sandwich, or top with so many. No almond or coconut flour.
Basic Keto Chaffles
Keto Low-Carb Sausage Balls
These homemade sausage balls are an easy low-carb recipe great for a keto breakfast, brunch, appetizer, or snack. They are full of flavor, tender, simple, and packed with protein while also being gluten-free.
Keto Sausage Balls
How to Cook Turkey Bacon in the Microwave Oven
Turkey bacon is a healthy option that turns out just how you like it when cooked in the microwave oven. It is the fastest, easiest, and cleanest way to cook turkey bacon.
Microwave Oven Turkey Bacon
How to Cook Turkey Bacon in the Oven
Turkey bacon is a healthy option that turns out perfectly crispy every time when cooked in the oven and the clean-up is so easy. It is by far the best way to cook turkey bacon.
Turkey Bacon in the Oven
Toaster Oven Bacon
For the best toaster oven bacon, try this quick & easy recipe. It is a great way to make a small amount of bacon. Whether you want 1-2 servings of bacon for burgers, sandwiches, or breakfast, this is the foolproof way to cook it.
Toaster Oven Bacon
Lunch
For either a small or big lunch, try one of these high-protein recipes. They are all filling, easy to make, and also low in carbohydrates. Nothing to weigh you down midday, just some tasty midday meal ideas. Several are wonderful for make-ahead lunches that store, travel, and reheat well.
Cucumber Shrimp Salad
This cool, crunchy, & creamy cucumber shrimp salad is the best protein-packed lunch. This simple seafood recipe is light, healthy, & tasty. The quick & easy diced cucumbers with shrimp & a dill sour cream dressing is a shellfish lover's dream. The gluten-free & low-carb recipe is a great make-ahead meal planning meal since it stores well for days.
Cucumber Shrimp Salad
Healthy Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup (low-carb & keto)
For an easy unstuffed cabbage roll soup, this slow cooker recipe is the best. The rich tomato broth with spices flavors the ground beef & cabbage. It has riced cauliflower for a healthy low-carb, keto, paleo, Whole30, and grain-free version that everyone will love.
Keto Crockpot Cabbage Roll Soup
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders
The best bacon-wrapped chicken tenders is a must-try recipe. The seasoned chicken is wrapped in bacon for a juicy, savory, & salty combination that is a meat lover's dream. This easy recipe is great for dinner or appetizers and is keto, low-carb, gluten-free, & paleo.
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Tenders
Keto Chicken Nuggets
Homemade Keto Chicken Nuggets are easy to make & delicious. The grain-free/gluten-free coating is low-carb, crispy & crunchy. Boneless skinless breast bites are deep-fried until juicy on the inside & golden on the outside. The breading of almond flour, parmesan cheese, & spices is flavorful. These are the best & loved by kids & adults.
Keto Chicken Nuggets
Instant Pot Italian Sausage & Peppers
Instant Pot Italian sausage and peppers is a quick & easy recipe. They are great for sandwiches or as is for the best keto, low-carb, or gluten-free meal. This Instant Pot sausage and pepper recipe is done in one pot and is complete in just 20-minutes.
Instant Pot Sausage & Peppers
Keto Monte Cristo Sandwich
This keto Monte Cristo sandwich is an easy and tasty low-carb recipe. Full of ham, turkey, and swiss cheese for a warm griddled lunch or dinner. If you enjoy ordering this at Disneyland's Blue Bayou or Cafe Orleans, this is the recipe for you.
Keto Monte Cristo
Dinner
For a yummy dinner that has a lot of protein, try one of these recipes. There are keto, paleo, and diabetic-friendly recipes perfect for a low-carb supper. Many are ideal for meal planning. They store and reheat very well so you have something quick and delicious any day of the week.
Air Fryer Pork Chops (no breading)
This quick & easy recipe for air fryer pork chops cooks in 20 minutes. The seasoned thick-cut pork chops are juicy & tender with a caramelized crust. This is the best way to make pork chops without breading in the air fryer. Great for gluten-free, keto, low-carb, and healthy diabetic-friendly diets.
Air Fryer Pork Chops (no breading)
Creamy Dijon Pork Chops
The pan sauce for the creamy dijon pork chop recipe is seriously amazing. In just 30 minutes this recipe for thin cut boneless pork chops in a rich French-inspired dijon & herb sauce is ready to indulge in.
Creamy Dijon Pork Chops
How Long to Smoke Ribs at 250°
For the best way to cook ribs on the smoker, maintain the heat around 250°. Find out how long it takes to make seasoned & sauced baby back ribs or other beef & pork cuts. Tips to smoke ribs plus how to prep ribs, prep a smoker, & how to tell when the ribs are fall-off-the-bone ready.
Best Smoker Baby Back Ribs at 250°F
Baked Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi
This quick & simple sheet pan recipe makes the best garlic, butter, and lemon shrimp scampi. In 20 minutes the baked shrimp scampi with tomatoes and zucchini is ready. A wonderful low-carb & keto-approved weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. An Italian classic made easy in your oven.
Baked Shrimp Scampi
Pan-Seared Shrimp
Juicy pan-seared shrimp in a lemon butter garlic sauce is a quick recipe perfect for any meal or as an appetizer. This easy shellfish recipe is rich, buttery, & decadent.
Pan-Seared Shrimp
Cast Iron Chicken Breast
For the juiciest cast iron chicken breast, this easy recipe will become your go-to weeknight dinner. In just a few simple steps you will learn how to make seasoned boneless skinless chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet. This simple recipe creates a flavorful pan-seared crust on the outside & is juicy & tender inside.
Cast Iron Chicken Breast
How Long to Smoke a Chicken at 225°F
Everything you need to know to cook a whole chicken in the smoker at 225° (107C). Follow this easy recipe for the best smoked chicken. The seasoned skin gets crispy & brown while the inside meat remains tender and juicy. Ideal for any beginner, this quick prep recipe is great for parties, Father's Day, game day, Super Bowl, weekends in summer, & spring cookouts.
Smoked Whole Chicken
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken
In 3 hours this quick & easy recipe for Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken is ready! Just 5 minutes prep & this dump & go recipe is done. A Southern classic recipe made in the CrockPot for saucy, tender, & moist shredded chicken with a tangy vinegar flavor that is sweet, spicy, & sour. Enjoy on a bun, soft roll, or plated with your favorite sides. Pile on some coleslaw for a traditional pairing. Gluten-free, keto, low-carb, & healthy options in this yummy party favorite. Serve for Super Bowl, potlucks, game day, & holidays.
Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken
Best Keto Chicken Enchiladas
The best chicken enchilada recipe is a low-carb and keto dream thanks to the Crepini egg thins. Stuffed with chicken, cheese, and sour cream to satisfy everyone.
Keto Chicken Enchiladas
Keto Kung Pao Chicken
For the ultimate sweet and spicy keto kung pao chicken, this recipe will curb your Chinese take-out craving. This quick and easy recipe is ready in minutes and with only 5.5 net carbs it is perfect for those trying to eat healthy without compromising bold flavors. It is gluten-free & dairy-free too plus ⅓ the carbs as Panda Express or PF Changs.
Keto Kung Pao Chicken
Thai Curry Chicken Meatballs
The Thai red curry coconut milk sauce simmered with tender ground chicken meatballs in is an amazing asian-inspired meal. It's creamy, rich, sweet, sour, & mildly spicy. The one-pan recipe is simple to make, cooks in 30 minutes, & is loaded with so much flavor. (dairy-free, gluten-free, & low-carb)
Thai Curry Chicken Meatballs
Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken cacciatore is an easy slow cooker recipe that is hearty, tasty, and perfect for a weeknight dinner. This Crockpot cacciatore recipe is so easy and results in a rich tomato sauce packed with vegetables, chicken, and flavor.
Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
Mediterranean Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs browned in a cast iron skillet with vegetables, and a wonderful lemon sauce is a simple one-pan dinner recipe. Classic Greek ingredients make this Mediterranean 30-minute meal healthy, yummy, & delicious. Great for a busy weeknight - plus freezes well for leftovers & meal-planning. Bonus: gluten-free, paleo, keto or low-carb, high-protein, & Whole30 approved.
Paleo Chicken Thighs
Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken & Broccoli
The best sheet pan dinner recipe is this spicy buffalo chicken & broccoli. This quick meal is a weeknight go-to meal the whole family will love. Crispy seasoned bites of chicken in a sweet & spicy honey hot sauce with fork-tender broccoli. Simple ingredients & 30 minutes are all you need for this one-pan supper.
Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken & Broccoli
Cheesy Jalapeño Chicken
Cheesy Jalapeño Chicken is creamy, spicy, & amazing. This 30-minute recipe for Mexican-inspired chicken tenders is quick & easy. Skillet cooked chicken smothered in a savory hot cheese sauce is the best. The simple one-pan meal is low-carb, keto, gluten-free, & high-protein.
Cheesy Jalapeno Chicken
Best Keto Chicken Enchiladas
The best chicken enchilada recipe is a low-carb and keto dream thanks to the Crepini egg thins. Stuffed with chicken, cheese, and sour cream to satisfy everyone.
Best Keto Chicken Enchiladas
Smoked Beef Short Ribs
The best way to make short ribs in my mind is in the smoker. The low and slow method of smoking meat breaks down the meat and renders the fat for the most delicate fall-off-the-bone short ribs you will have ever had.
Smoked Beef Short Ribs
Italian Short Ribs
Comforting Italian short ribs braised until tender in the Instant Pot and then smothered in rich red wine gravy. This quick & easy recipe for amazing boneless beef short ribs is done in under 2 hours. An easy weeknight dinner with lots of protein, low-carb, and so delicious.
Italian Short Ribs
Teriyaki Flank Steak
This easy recipe for Grilled Teriyaki Flank Steak is a summer favorite. The quick Asian-inspired marinade is salty, sweet, & savory.
Teriyaki Flank Steak
Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash
This traditional Hungarian goulash is a hearty stew with a bright flavorful paprika broth. Classic goulash is packed with tender beef & vegetables, no pasta or macaroni in this one. Enjoy this comforting Eastern European recipe that is so easy to make thanks to your Crock-Pot
Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash
Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili
Slow cooker no-bean chili simmers in rich tomatoes and spices. Ground beef and crispy bacon plus fun delicious toppings is the ideal low-carb keto chili. Set your CrockPot for a spicy chili that hearty & comforting.
Slow Cooker No Bean Ground Beef & Bacon Chili
LOW CARB KETO LASAGNA WITH CREPINI
Lasagna that is as authentic as nonnie would make but only 4 net carbs each serving! Instead of pasta or noodles, use Crepini egg cauliflower wraps. This is the best low-carb, keto, & Gluten-free recipe you will ever have!
Best Keto Lasagna with Crepini
Dessert
For something sweet at the end of the day, try one of these low-carb and keto-friendly recipes. They all have some protein to satisfy you and your sweet tooth all in one decadent bite.
Keto No-Bake Cheesecake
This easy no-bake keto cheesecake is creamy, sweet, and yummy. It is gluten-free, low-carb, and diabetic-friendly with only a few ingredients.
Keto No-Bake Cheesecake
Healthy Peanut Butter Cups (Keto & Vegan)
These easy no-bake healthy peanut butter cups are so delicious. They are easy to make & great for those on a keto, vegan, gluten-free, or low-carb diet. Less sugar than Reese's peanut butter cups & all of the same amazing taste.
Healthy Peanut Butter Cups
Final Notes
Hopefully, you found some new recipes to love on your high protein and low carb diet. If you need something quick to grab & go, check out my favorite Keto Road Trip Snacks.
For more information on this lifestyle check out High Protein Low Carbohydrate Foods to Eat.
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