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Protein Pancake

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oats

• 1 banana

• 2 eggs

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ½ cup milk (or almond milk)

• 1 tsp baking powder

Directions:

1. Blend everything until smooth.

2. Pour onto a greased pan and cook until golden.Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwich

A protein-rich twist on a classic!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great!)

• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ¼ cup diced celery

• ¼ cup diced apples or grapes

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 2 slices whole wheat bread or a wrap

Directions:

1. In a bowl, mix the chicken, Greek yogurt, mustard, garlic powder, celery, apples/grapes, salt, and pepper.

2. Spread onto whole wheat bread or a wrap.

   Peanut Butter Banana Protein Bites

   Perfect for before practice or a quick post-workout bite.

   Ingredients:

   • 1 cup oats

   • ½ cup peanut butter

   • 2 tbsp honey

   • 1 mashed banana

   • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder

   Directions:

   1. Mix everything together and roll into bite-sized balls.

   2. Refrigerate for 30 minutes and grab on the go!

   Chocolate Protein Smoothie

   Replenish muscles and boost recovery.

   Ingredients:

   • 1 banana

   • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder

   • 1 tbsp peanut butter

   • 1 cup milk

   • ½ cup ice

   Directions:

   1. Blend everything until smooth.

   2. Serve cold and enjoy the chocolatey goodness!

   Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwich

   Ingredients:

   • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great!)

   • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt

   • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

   • ½ tsp garlic powder

   • ¼ cup diced celery

   • ¼ cup diced apples or grapes

   • Salt & pepper to taste

   • 2 slices whole wheat bread or a wrap

   Directions:

   1. In a bowl, mix the chicken, Greek yogurt, mustard, garlic powder, celery, apples/grapes, salt, and pepper.

   2. Spread onto whole wheat bread or a wrap

   Beef & Sweet Potato Skillet

Packed with protein, healthy carbs, and iron for muscle recovery.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey)

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced

• ½ onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, chopped

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add sweet potatoes and cook until slightly tender (about 5-7 minutes).

3. Add onion, bell pepper, and ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned and veggies are soft.

4. Stir in garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

5. Serve hot—great with a side salad or avocado for extra nutrients!

Keeping up with a high school athlete’s appetite isn’t easy, but with nutritious, protein-packed meals, you can make sure he stays strong, fueled, and ready to perform. Try these recipes, and let me know—what’s your athlete’s favorite go-to meal?