10 Winter Comfort Foods: Warm and Cozy Favorites
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Hit me with a big cozy sweater, an obnoxiously large blanket and a big bowl of Cajun shrimp pasta, a sizzling bowl of soup or flavorful slow cooker meal that’s been cooking all day.
This list has all my favorites comfort foods in one place. Indulgent (but not too over-the-top), high protein and classically comforting, I hope you love this list as much as I do.
Fore more roundups, try my 10 easy family dinners, 10 high protein lunch ideas or 10 high protein healthy breakfast ideas.
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Why we love this comfort food list!
- Hearty but healthy.
- Classic meals and fun twists.
- Easy to make, high protein.
Our Favorite Recipes for Winter:
Taco night with a twist! This Taco Mac and Cheese is a protein-loaded comfort food made with lean ground beef, homemade taco seasoning and a homemade cheese sauce. This quick and easy meal makes the perfect family dinner, all week long.
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This Lazy Lasagna is a dream come true on a busy night. An easy, high-protein recipe that tastes like a classic lasagna but requires no layering or baking. Loaded with protein, Italian flavors and simple ingredients, this delicious deconstructed lasagna is a weeknight favorite.Â
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This Chicken Pot Pie Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for the whole family. Tender chicken, creamy sauce, classic pot pie veggies and a golden brown flaky crust, make this easy dinner recipe one you won't want to pass up.
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With its rich, bold flavors, this Turkey Lasagna Soup is every bit as delicious as it sounds. Filled with lean protein, hearty noodles, and fresh herbs, this simple ingredient soup is one you won't want to miss! Â
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This Mississippi Chicken Casserole recipe is comfort food at it's best! A flavorful chicken dinner so easy you won't believe it doesn't use canned soup. Tender, juicy chicken tossed in a creamy sauce with egg noodles, pepperoncini peppers, vegetables, and homemade ranch seasoning.Â
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This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is an easy dinner recipe the whole family will obsess over. Made with tender chicken, roasted garlic and a parmesan garlic butter cream sauce, this pasta dish feels fancy and gourmet but easy enough for every home chef.
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These High-Protein Soups and Chilis are the best way to cozy up on a cold night. Each warm bowl of soup is easy to make, filled with flavor and a great addition to your meal prep rotation. The best part? These healthy recipes are brimming with protein to keep you full, all winter long.
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Tender, juicy chicken is slow cooked in a cheesy French onion sauce with this Crockpot French Onion Chicken. This comfort food favorite comes together in minutes, just toss it in the slow cooker and wait for the magic to happen.
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Nothing says classic comfort food like this Instant Pot Fettuccine Alfredo. A lightened-up rich and creamy alfredo sauce tossed with fettuccine noodles and comes together all directly in your instant pot. This is a perfect recipe for busy weeknights or romantic nights in.
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With its cheesy and creamy homemade sauce, this White Cheddar Mac and Cheese is a comfort food dream. Decadent and rich, this healthier version of a classic will be an instant family fav.
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