5 Healthy High-Protein Recipes to Try This Spring

Spring is in the air, which means it’s time to freshen up your dinners.

These recipes are all about lighter, brighter meals that still deliver on flavour and protein. Think fresh herbs, vibrant ingredients and comforting dishes that don’t feel heavy.

All five recipes are completely free on the Archer Kitchen website and include full nutritional macros, so you can enjoy seasonal cooking while staying on track.

This is my lighter take on the classic Spring Chicken Pie — creamy, golden, and full of fresh seasonal vegetables, but still under 500 calories per serving.

It’s the perfect comforting dish for family dinners, Sunday lunches, or meal-prep days when you want something wholesome and satisfying without the heaviness of traditional pies. With 26.8 g of protein per serving, flaky puff pastry, and a creamy thyme-infused filling, this one’s guaranteed to become a spring favourite.

If you’re after a rich, comforting dinner that feels restaurant-quality but is easy enough for midweek, this One Pan Creamy Tarragon Chicken is exactly that.

Golden, crispy chicken thighs are cooked in a creamy Dijon and tarragon sauce with garlic and mushrooms, creating a dish that’s full of depth, flavour and comfort. It’s simple, satisfying and perfect for when you want something a little elevated without the extra effort.

This pasta bake is everything you want after a busy day — comforting, satisfying and simple to make. The pesto brings fresh, herby flavour, the broccoli adds texture and balance, and the creamy sauce ties everything together beautifully. It’s ideal for feeding a hungry household and makes brilliant leftovers for lunch the next day.

If you love bold Mediterranean flavours, this Greek Lamb Traybake with Feta is for you. It’s a one-tray wonder juicy lamb chops roasted over a bed of seasoned vegetables and chickpeas, finished with crumbled feta, olives, and fresh herbs.

Full of colour, flavour, and nutrition, this dish brings all the best of Greek cooking into a simple, balanced, and high-protein weeknight meal.

If you’re looking for a high-protein, plant-based dinner that’s creamy, comforting, and all made in the slow cooker — this is the dhal.

My Slow Cooker Sri Lankan Red Lentil Spinach Dhal recipe serves up 21.7g protein per portion, with red lentils simmered in coconut milk, tomatoes, and warming spices. Finished with fresh spinach, yogurt, and coriander, it’s a hearty dish that feels both nourishing and satisfying.