Honestly, this six-minute microwave meal rivals a restaurant entree.

Beyond story topics, these are all passions of mine.

I know the value and benefits of moving and fueling your body.

3 store bought frozen high protein meals on beige background

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Nor do I always want to dedicate five hours on a Sunday tomeal prep.

(Although kudos to all of you rock stars who do just that!)

What Are the Benefits of Protein?

Two-Bean Enchilada Casserole

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“Consumers are interested in boosting this nutrient any way they caneven the unconventional.”

So what counts as protein-rich or high-protein, exactly?

There isnt a standard definition of high protein concerning individual foods, she tells me.

kevin’s thai style coconut chicken frozen meal

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I was honestly blown away by how far frozen meals have come since my college days.

My Top 3 High-Protein Frozen Meals

And now its time to dig into the winners.

That being said, fan reviews online also appear to echo my sentiments.

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Beyond the takeout-reminiscent taste, I adored the unique, sog-proofcompostable bowlthats constructed with plant fiber.

Just dont expect the finished product to look quite as pretty as the package.

(This sentiment rings true for all of the high-protein frozen meals I tried.)

grilled chicken and broccoli alfredo frozen meal

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As for fellow fan feedback, others celebrate this entrees excellent flavor.

This meal is absolutely amazing, one taste-tester shared.

For a similar homemade high-protein meal, try:Thai Green Curry Chicken.

It turns out,shrimp cooks upsurprisingly well in the microwave, as did the long-grain rice.

For a similar homemade high-protein meal, try:Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Stir-Fry.

The secret to this high-protein frozen meal lies in its thoughtful packaging.

For a similar homemade high-protein meal, try:Chicken and Lemon-Broccoli Alfredo.