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10 recipes 35–80g protein per serving Avg 40 min cooking time

Sheet pan cooking is the ultimate weeknight protein strategy: arrange everything on one pan, slide it into the oven, and walk away. The method works brilliantly for high-protein meals because roasting at 400–425°F caramelizes vegetables while keeping chicken thighs, salmon, or pork tenderloin juicy. The key is cutting ingredients to similar sizes so everything finishes together. Line your pan with parchment for easy cleanup, and leave space between pieces — crowding steams instead of roasts. These sheet pan recipes are designed for meal prep efficiency: most yield 4 servings with 30g+ protein each, using a single pan and minimal hands-on time.

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