31 Laziest Fall High Protein Meals Anyone Can Make

Title: 31 Laziest Fall High-Protein Meals Anyone Can Make

Introduction
Fall invites cozy flavors and heartier meals, but being busy or just plain tired shouldn’t mean skipping protein. Below are 31 ultra-simple, high-protein fall meal ideas you can assemble with minimal effort. If you want more low-calorie, protein-rich inspiration alongside these ideas, check out this collection of 50 high-protein, low-calorie meals to mix and match with your autumn cravings.

How to use this list

No-fuss swaps: Use canned or rotisserie proteins, pre-washed greens, frozen veggies, and pre-cooked grains to shave prep time.
One-pan mindset: Aim for skillet, sheet-pan, or slow-cooker options so cleanup is quick.
Boost protein: Add Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, eggs, smoked salmon, canned beans, lentils, tempeh, or protein powders when in doubt.

31 Laziest Fall High-Protein Meals

Sheet-Pan Salmon + Brussels Sprouts
Toss salmon fillets and halved Brussels sprouts with oil, garlic, salt, and pepper; roast 15–20 minutes.
Rotisserie Chicken & Apple Slaw
Shred rotisserie chicken over a quick cabbage-apple slaw dressed with yogurt and mustard.
Pumpkin Lentil Stew
Simmer red lentils with canned pumpkin, broth, curry powder, and spinach for a creamy, protein-rich stew.
Turkey & Sweet Potato Hash
Pan-fry ground turkey with diced sweet potatoes and onions; top with a fried egg.
Greek Yogurt Grain Bowl
Greek yogurt base, add toasted walnuts, roasted pears, a drizzle of maple, and a scoop of granola.
Smoked Salmon Toasts
Whole-grain toast, cream cheese or cottage cheese, smoked salmon, capers, and dill.
One-Pot Chicken and Farro
Sautee chicken thighs, add farro and broth, cover and simmer until tender; stir in kale.
Chickpea & Roasted Carrot Salad
Roasted carrots, canned chickpeas, arugula, feta, and tahini-lemon dressing.
Baked Tofu with Maple-Soy Glaze
Press tofu, toss with maple-soy, bake until caramelized, serve with steamed broccoli.
Spinach & Feta Omelet
Quick, fluffy eggs loaded with spinach and feta — perfect for breakfast-for-dinner.
Cottage Cheese & Roasted Pear Bowl
Cottage cheese topped with roasted pear, cinnamon, and a sprinkle of hemp seeds.
Tuna-Stuffed Avocado
Mix canned tuna with Greek yogurt, celery, and mustard; spoon into avocado halves.
Beef & Mushroom Skillet
Quick-seared thin steak strips with mushrooms and thyme — serve over mashed cauliflower.
Lentil & Kale Soup
Simmer lentils, diced tomatoes, garlic, and chopped kale for a warming, protein-packed soup.
Pulled Pork Sweet Potato Boats
Leftover pulled pork spooned into baked sweet potatoes; top with Greek yogurt and scallions.
Egg & Spinach Breakfast Muffins
Bake whisked eggs with spinach, cheese, and diced peppers in a muffin tin for grab-and-go protein.
Quinoa, Cranberry & Turkey Salad
Cooked quinoa, leftover turkey, toasted pecans, dried cranberries, and a lemony vinaigrette.
Sardine & Apple Crostini
Whole-grain crostini with mashed sardines, apple slices, and a squeeze of lemon.
Tempeh Maple-Sesame Bowl
Cubes of tempeh pan-fried with maple and sesame; serve over brown rice and roasted squash.
Protein Pancakes with Nut Butter
Mix a protein powder or cottage cheese pancake batter and top with almond butter and cinnamon.
Curry-Spiced Eggplant & Chickpeas
Roasted eggplant and chickpeas tossed in a curry-yogurt sauce served over bulgur.
Seared Scallops with Lentils
Quick-seared scallops over a bed of herbed lentils — restaurant feel, minimal work.
Turkey Chili with Beans
One-pot turkey chili using canned tomatoes and beans; simmer while you relax.
Broccoli & Cheddar Frittata
Bake a simple frittata with steamed broccoli and sharp cheddar — slices hold up for several meals.
Greek-Style Meatball Pitas
Bake turkey or lamb meatballs, tuck into pitas with tzatziki and cucumber.
Peanut-Butter Banana Smoothie Bowl
Blend protein powder, peanut butter, frozen banana, and milk; top with pumpkin seeds.
Black Bean, Corn & Quinoa Skillet
Toss cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, cumin, and roasted poblano for a one-pan meal.
Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding (High-Protein Dessert)
Make chia pudding with chocolate protein powder and Greek yogurt for extra protein; refrigerate overnight. For a full recipe and tips to perfect the texture, see this guide to high-protein chocolate chia seed pudding.
Baked Cod with Lemon & Lentils
Season cod, bake briefly, and serve on a bed of lemony cooked lentils.
Turkey & Cranberry Flatbread
Warm flatbread topped with sliced turkey, a smear of goat cheese, and a spoonful of cranberry sauce.
Slow-Cooker White Bean & Ham Soup
Throw white beans, ham hock, carrots, and onions into the slow cooker for a hands-off, protein-forward soup.