Easy High Protein Weight Watchers Meals
One of the questions I get asked over and over again is how I get in so much protein AND still stay within my Weight Watchers points. If you are new to the Weight Watchers program, or you need a refresher, there are over three hundred ZERO point foods that are set up to help us reach our weight loss goals. These include lean proteins such as beef, pork, chicken and turkey, as well as fruits and vegetables.
This week Hannah and I are going to show you fifteen different meal ideas (breakfast, lunch and dinner for five days), that not only have a ton of protein, are low to medium effort, yet packed with flavor. Side note: I don’t eat a lot of vegetables, so feel free to pepper in more fruit and veggies as you see fit. These meals are just to showcase that you can stay within your Weight Watchers points, and meet your macros.
On today’s menu:
Breakfast: Taco/Burrito Plate
Tacos are one of my favorite foods, and I knew if I wanted to maintain my weight loss goal, I had to rework things I already loved to make these healthier. You won’t miss the cheese or sour cream on this taco/burrito, pinky swear! This plate comes in at 2 Weight Watchers points. If you track calories or macros: 464 calories, 8 fat, 51 protein, 4 fiber and 50 grams of protein.
Breakfast Taco/Burrito
If you are a high volume eater, wanting high protein AND low Weight Watchers points, here you go! You're welcome. 😉
Ingredients
- 1 corn tortilla
- 1 low carb soft tortilla (I used Tumaro's)
- 3 ounces shredded hash browns
- 1/4 cup black beans
- 3 ounces lean ground beef
- 7 tablespoons liquid egg whites
- shredded lettuce
- taco bell hot sauce
Instructions
- Cook the beef: In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
- Cook the hash browns: In the same skillet, spray lightly with oil (if needed) and add the shredded hash browns. Cook for 5–6 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy. Remove from the pan.
- Scramble the egg whites: Pour the liquid egg whites into the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until just set and fluffy.
- Combine the filling: In a large bowl, mix together the cooked beef, crispy hash browns, black beans, and scrambled egg whites.
- Fill the tortillas: Divide the mixture evenly between the corn tortilla and the low carb tortilla. Fold each one over the filling and press gently to seal.
- Pan-fry until crispy: Wipe out the skillet, spray or brush with a little oil, and place the filled tortillas in the pan. Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, pressing down lightly with a spatula, until the outside is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the skillet, top with shredded lettuce, and drizzle generously with Taco Bell hot sauce. Slice in half if desired and enjoy immediately.
Notes
The filling can me meal prepped and will last in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making this a quick and easy breakfast (or lunch or dinner!). If you follow the WW plan, this is 2 WW points. If you count calories or macros: 464 calories, 8 fat, 50 carbs, 4 fiber and 50 protein.
Lunch: shrimp, chicken, tofu stir fry
One way for me to eat my veggies it to make a stir fry. While you could buy your favorite vegetables separately, there is a “prepared” section at Mariano’s just off the produce section that has chopped veggies such as stir fry, chopped onions, chopped peppers, etc. to make your meal prep even easier.
High Protein Stir Fry
Sometimes I can't decide if I want a shrimp, chicken or tofu stir fry, so why not all three? This quick and easy stir fry is perfect for lunch or dinner. Or breakfast! No judgment here.
Ingredients
- 1.5 to 2 cups non-starchy veggies, chopped
- 2 ounces tofu
- 2 ounces shrimp
- 2 ounces chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon kung pao sauce (I use Ying's that is 1 WW point per tablespoon)
- 1/2 cup cooked white rice
Instructions
- Heat skillet over medium heat. Spray with avocado oil spray.
- Add veggies and cook for about 2 minutes. Set to the side of the skillet.
- Add in proteins, and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the shrimp is opaque.
- Add sauce and cook one minute, tossing to coat.
- Serve with cooked rice.
Notes
For this bowl I added 1/2 cup cooked white rice. This bowl is 4 Weight Watchers points. If you count calories or macros: 348 calories, 4 fat, 39 carbs, 4 fiber and 38 grams of protein.
Dinner: Beef Chili
When I first started this blog, I made everything from scratch. The mustard, the ketchup – it makes me laugh just thinking about it. But I loved being Bizzy in my Kitchen. Over the years I’ve realized that not everyone has the same enjoyment as me and this dinner is just one example of letting store bought foods do the work for you.
Simple Truth Simple Truth is a private brand owned by Kroger (Mariano’s), a major supermarket chain in the United States. The brand offers a wide range of organic and “free from” products, including natural ingredients and no artificial preservatives or ingredients, making it a popular choice for customers seeking simpler food options. I am loving their high protein products, such as this jarred meatless chili. Unfortunately, I didn’t read ALL the words, and I saw 30 grams of protein, and mistakenly thought it was for the whole jar. So I added 4 ounces of lean beef and 1/2 cup of black beans to bulk up the portion. So delicious! And ready in FIVE minutes.
Five Minute High Protein Chili
I used to think everything needed to be made from scratch, but there are some amazing store bought foods that you can just bulk up to meet your macros.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces lean ground beef
- 1 cup Simple Truth meatless chili
- 1/2 cup jarred black beans
- 10 grams cheddar cheese
- pickled jalapenos for garnish
Instructions
- Heat skillet over medium high heat.
- Cook beef for 4 minutes, or until nearly cooked through.
- Add in jarred chili and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Plate, add shredded cheese and optional pickled jalapenos.
Notes
If you follow the Weight Watchers plan, this bowl is 4 Weight Watchers points. If you count calories or macros: 518 calories, 14 fat, 48 carbs, 15 fiber and 52 grams of protein.
Macros/Points for the Day
But Biz, you still have 9 points left!
Even though I still have 9 points left on my Weight Watchers app, that doesn’t mean I need to eat them. Today, I built my meals around zero point foods like lean meats and plenty of veggies, which left me feeling full and satisfied without using all my points. I think the addition of macros to the tracker has been really beneficial. Because if I only looked at points, I might feel “entitled” to eat the rest just because they’re there, without realizing that I’ve already hit a balanced calorie range for the day.
As a side note, I never use my activity points unless I do something truly strenuous, like a long hike. With my daily walking and twice-weekly strength training, I don’t feel it’s necessary for me, but that’s the beauty of WW. You can decide what works best on your journey.
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If you are new here, welcome to My Bizzy Kitchen! I started this blog 16 years ago to document my recipes and daily life, never imagining it would one day become my full-time career. After losing my husband nearly 10 years ago, I navigated the hardest chapter of my life while still finding joy in cooking and sharing my journey.
In December 2020, I took a leap of faith and left my 30-year career as a legal secretary to pursue My Bizzy Kitchen full-time, a decision that changed my life.
Two years later, in October 2022, I was able to hire my daughter, Hannah, full-time, which brings me so much joy. Now, My Bizzy Kitchen is more than just recipes. It’s about embracing life, finding balance, and making healthy living sustainable and fun.
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Looking for more Weight Watchers inspiration? Check out my chicken recipes!
