10 Protein-Rich Instant Pot Recipes That Will Help Keep Cravings at Bay

Published on 1/14/2021 at 3:21 PM

I'm so grateful for my Instant Pot because it allows me to cook delicious dinners more quickly and easily. If you're always busy but you want to prioritize making nutrient-rich meals, this small appliance may be one of the wisest investments you can make. You can make just about any dish in the Instant Pot, for any meal of the day. But if you're looking for recipes that will nourish your body and help keep you feeling full, you'll want to try these protein-rich finds. We've rounded up 10 satisfying Instant Pot recipes that are sure to become a new staple for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Vegan 4-Bean Chili

This chili has almost 30 grams of protein and 20 grams of fiber per serving to help keep you full long after you've polished off a bowl. The recipe contains mild spices, but you can add cayenne powder or diced jalapeño pepper for an extra kick.

Get the recipe: 4-bean chili

Easy Paleo Italian Meatballs

For a dinner that sends your taste buds to Italy, try these delicious meatballs. The meatballs are packed with lean protein and topped off with nutrient-rich vegetables, like red peppers, asparagus, and zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.

Get the recipe: easy Paleo Italian meatballs

Stuffed Acorn Squash

This isn't your grandmother's stuffed pepper. This squash-based recipe includes a variety of unique ingredients, from cranberries to chickpeas, and contains a whopping 30 grams of protein per serving.

Get the recipe: stuffed acorn squash

Keto Cauliflower Cheese Soup

If you never seem to have enough time to prepare food, you'll love this smooth cauliflower cheese soup. It takes just 15 minutes to make, and if you have leftovers, you can store the soup separately from the toppings and reheat it in a flash.

Get the recipe: keto cauliflower cheese soup

Keto, Whole30 Avocado Egg Salad

Eggs are a cheap and healthy source of protein, making this avocado egg salad the perfect meal-prepped lunch. The dish should stay good in the fridge for a couple days, but make sure it's stored airtight to prevent browning.

Get the recipe: avocado egg salad

Lentil Soup

This vegan dish requires very little prep — just five minutes — and if you want an extra punch of protein, you can always add a meat like ham or sausage.

Get the recipe: lentil soup

Keto Pork Tenderloin

One serving of this pork tenderloin contains a whopping 57 grams of protein — and topped with a sauce made with heavy whipping cream, parmesan cheese, and dijon mustard, it's sure to please your taste buds, too.

Get the recipe: pork tenderloin

Mexican Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

This dish is packed with sweet and spicy flavors, stemming from ingredients like sweet potatoes, jalapeños, cilantro, and more. And with 28 grams of protein and 11 grams of fiber per serving, it's one satisfying meal.

Get the recipe: Mexican chicken stuffed sweet potatoes

Egg Bites

For a tasty breakfast or snack you can eat on the go, look no further than these Starbucks-inspired egg bites. They'll last between three to five days in your fridge or up to three months in the freezer.

Get the recipe: egg bites

Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

This protein-rich recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free, and it contains simple pantry staples, like black beans and corn, for those days when you just can't get to the store. It cooks quickly, too — just 30 minutes from start to finish.

Get the recipe: quinoa enchilada casserole