Making meals that are nutritious and appealing to kids can be a challenge, but these easy protein meals for kids are here to save the day. Packed with flavor, nutrients, and kid-friendly ingredients, these recipes are perfect for busy families looking to keep their little ones fueled and satisfied.
Protein Pancakes for Kids
These Protein Pancakes for Kids are loaded with 51 grams of protein per batch. Made with Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and oats, they’re a breakfast that feels like a treat but fuels kids for the day ahead. Top with fruit, honey, or peanut butter for endless options.
Protein Pancakes for Kids
This will be your kid's favorite breakfast option, I promise! It is a protein bomb in disguise – it looks like a pancake. It tastes amazing, but it contains 51 grams of protein per batch. These pancakes marry Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and oats, but the secret ingredient (date syrup) gives a caramelly, warm flavor. Serve these protein pancakes with anything your kid loves – peanut butter, fruits, Greek yogurt, honey, chocolate… options are endless!
Crunchy and flavorful, the Crispy Cornflake Oven Baked Chicken is a healthier alternative to fried chicken. The golden cornflake crust makes this dish a kid-friendly favorite and a great addition to family meals.
Crispy Cornflake Oven Baked Chicken Recipe
This recipe provides a delightful way to enjoy chicken with a crunchy twist. Serve this Crispy Cornflake Oven Baked Chicken at your next meal and watch it become a new family favorite!
Mini Chicken Waffles are perfect for breakfast or dinner. The marinated chicken chunks are coated in a parmesan crust for a crunchy texture. Pair with sweet chili sauce or honey for a sweet and savory meal kids will love.
Chicken Waffles
I love making mini foods! I marinated chicken tender chunks in Greek yogurt and spices to get the signature tender and succulent bites. The breading is super crunchy and aromatic because of the parmesan and granulated garlic in the mixture. I drizzled it with my favorite sweet chili sauce, but you can go for whatever sauce you fancy – from honey to hot sauce. Here is the only recipe for the best Chicken Waffles you’ll ever need!
These Greek Yogurt Bagels are easy to make and packed with protein. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, they come together quickly with just two ingredients and cook perfectly in an air fryer.
Greek Yogurt Bagels from the Air Fryer
These Greek yogurt bagels are the perfect mix of easy and delicious, making them ideal for high-protein breakfast, snacks, or brunch. Whip up a batch and see how versatile and satisfying homemade bagels can be. They’re a game-changer! Quick and easy to make in an air fryer, these 2-ingredient bagels are a perfect DIY project.
A mix of indulgence and nutrition, these Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Muffins are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Made in a blender, they’re quick, delicious, and kid-approved.
Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Muffins
These Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Muffins are the perfect mix of indulgence and nutrition, making them ideal for any time of day. Whip up a batch and treat yourself to a healthier take on a classic favorite—you’ll be hooked! The best part? These easy chocolate chip muffins are made in blender!
The Breakfast Tortilla Wrap with Eggs is a great on-the-go meal. Scrambled eggs, cheese, and optional veggies come together in a soft tortilla for a protein-packed breakfast or lunch option.
Breakfast Tortilla Wrap with Eggs
This high-protein tortilla wrap is a delicious, quick breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches. Try it out and customize it to your liking—you won’t regret it!
This creamy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream is a protein-rich dessert that feels like a treat. Perfect for kids who love chocolate, it’s a fun way to sneak in extra nutrition.
Cottage Cheese Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
This ice cream is perfect for those warm summer evenings or as a treat after a long day. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, it’s sure to become a favorite. Give it a try for your next gathering or family dessert – it’s sure to impress!
Enjoy crispy turkey schnitzel with a crunchy golden crust. It’s easy to make and perfect for a kid-friendly dinner.
Easy Crispy Turkey Breast Schnitzel
Enjoy this easy and delicious Turkey Breast Schnitzel, perfect for any occasion from a family dinner to a festive gathering. It's a delightful way to enjoy a classic dish with a healthy, tasty twist!
This turkey meatloaf is moist, flavorful, and topped with crispy bacon. A comforting protein-rich dinner option.
Ground Turkey Meatloaf with Bacon
This Ground Turkey Meatloaf with Bacon is a must-try if you're looking for a nutritious meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or impressing guests at a gathering, it brings both comfort and a touch of elegance to the table. Give it a go tonight and enjoy a healthier take on a traditional favorite!
A healthier twist on the classic mac and cheese, this version is creamy, cheesy, and packed with protein.
High Protein Mac and Cheese
This High Protein Mac and Cheese recipe is a game-changer for anyone looking to enjoy a healthier version of this classic dish. It’s creamy, satisfying, and packed with flavor. Give it a try for a cozy family dinner or as a nourishing meal that will keep you fueled. Who knew eating well could taste so good?
Imagine sitting down to a slice of homemade pizza, knowing it’s not only scrumptious but also tailored to a healthier lifestyle. This Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual family dinner or a more festive gathering. Give it a try and discover a new favorite that might just make pizza night a frequent request in your household.
This creamy chicken pâté is perfect for spreading on toast or as a snack. It’s flavorful and loaded with protein.
Easy Chicken Pâté
This easy chicken pâté is the perfect addition to any meal, whether you're looking for a delicious spread for your morning toast or a fancy appetizer for your next dinner party. Its creamy texture and rich flavor are sure to impress. Give it a try for your next gathering or when you want a touch of elegance at your meal. It’s particularly great for occasions like brunches or casual get-togethers.
These cheese-stuffed turkey patties are healthy, easy to make, and perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ground Turkey Patties without Breadcrumbs
Easy recipe for healthy ground turkey patties without breadcrumbs, stuffed with cheese. Enjoy your meal with a side of your choice, and feel free to customize these patties to suit your taste!
These Mini Chicken Pot Pies are filled with chicken, mixed vegetables, and creamy soup. Baked in a flaky biscuit crust, they’re an easy and portable dinner option for kids.
Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies Recipe
Indulge in Mini Chicken Pot Pies, filled with tender chicken, mixed vegetables, and creamy soup in a flaky biscuit crust—perfect for a quick, kid-friendly meal!
The High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a low-carb meal packed with protein. With cheesy flavors and customizable toppings, it’s a healthy twist on a kid-favorite dish.
High Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
This easy, high-protein cottage cheese pizza bowl recipe is low-carb, made from simple ingredients, and so delicious. The best part is that it’s ready in under 10 minutes and meal prep friendly!
These Egg Muffin Cups are a protein-packed breakfast solution. Filled with eggs, spinach, and other veggies, they’re easy to make, portable, and freezer-friendly.
Egg Muffin Cups
An Egg Muffin Cups Recipe that is so easy to make! These spinach egg muffins are the perfect breakfast egg muffins for a quick healthy meal!
High-protein breakfast biscuits with pizza flavors are perfect for mornings when kids crave something savory.
Breakfast Pizza Biscuits
My high-protein breakfast biscuits have consistently been one of my most popular recipes on here and on Instagram and TikTok, so I had to come back with a new flavor. If you ever wanted to have pizza for breakfast, now you can! These pizza high-protein breakfast biscuits are so easy to make.
This pasta is creamy, flavorful, and sneaks in extra protein for a nutritious meal kids will love.
High Protein Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
Someone recently commented on one of my hidden high-protein recipes asking why so many people are obsessed with putting protein into their food, and to be honest I LOVE that everyone is sneaking in protein these days! Protein keeps us full and fuels basically every bodily function.
This risotto-like orzo dish is flavored with carrots, celery, and onions for a wholesome family dinner.
Creamy Chicken Orzo
Just carrots, celery, onions and garlic flavor this soothingly simple, risotto-like creamy chicken orzo recipe. Grab some crusty bread and call dinner DONE.
These Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers are gluten-free and paleo-friendly, making them a great option for kids with dietary restrictions. They’re easy to grab and perfect for snacking or a quick meal.
Sweet Potato Chicken Poppers
These chicken poppers are gluten free, paleo, AIP, and egg free, while still being delicious enough to fool anyone who regularly eats otherwise!
This classic dish features breaded chicken topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese. A family favorite that’s easy to make at home.
Chicken Parmesan
Chicken dinners are always winners and Chicken Parmesan is a family favorite! Everyone loves this classic recipe. It is popular on restaurant menus, but is easy to make at home. Sure, there are a few steps involved, breading, frying, and baking, but you can have this dish on the dinner table in 30 minutes.
Laura Bais is the owner of Julie's Cafe Bakery food blog. From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and at the age of 13, she made her first meal. After finishing high school, she undergraduates in Cultural Studies at the University of Rijeka, and graduates in Journalism at the University of Zagreb. At that time she honed her cooking skills, but also worked in marketing. Since her love for cooking never faded, in 2021 she finally decided to share her recipes with the world. Laura turned her hobby into a career and loves every moment of it. Now she writes about common mistakes in the kitchen and how to avoid them, about adding twists to traditional meals, etc. Her love for trying new foods often leads her to visit restaurants and attempt to recreate the meals at home. She has been featured on F and B Recipes and BOXROX, to name a few.