Carnivore Dinner Recipes Your Family Will Love

November 12, 2024

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Ready to make delicious carnivore-friendly dinners for your family? These easy and flavorful recipes are perfect for everyone, even picky eaters.

Carnivore Dinners for a High-Fat, High-Protein Twist

Cheesy Meatloaf

  • Ingredients: Ground beef, eggs, cheese, spices

  • Instructions:

    1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, shredded cheese, salt, pepper, and your choice of spices (like garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian seasoning).

    3. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.

    4. Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it in a baking dish or loaf pan.

    5. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the meatloaf is fully cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly on top.

    6. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy this with a side of low-carb veggies or on its own.

Buffalo Chicken

  • Ingredients: Chicken thighs or wings, buffalo sauce, blue cheese

  • Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

    2. Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and coat them generously with buffalo sauce, making sure each piece is fully covered.

    3. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

    4. Serve hot, topped with blue cheese crumbles if desired, and a side of celery sticks to balance the heat.

Family-Friendly Carnivore Dinners

Butter-Basted Ribeye Steak

  • Ingredients: Ribeye steak, butter, garlic, fresh herbs

  • Instructions:

    1. Preheat a heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat until it’s very hot.

    2. Season the ribeye steak generously with salt and pepper.

    3. Add the steak to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until a crust forms.

    4. Add the butter, garlic, and herbs to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted butter over the steak repeatedly (basting) to infuse it with flavor.

    5. Cook to your desired level of doneness, then let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs

  • Ingredients: Boneless and skinless chicken thighs, bacon, salt, pepper

  • Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

    2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.

    3. Wrap each chicken thigh with two slices of bacon, overlapping slightly to secure.

    4. Place the wrapped chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

    5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.

Practical Tips for Carnivore Dinners

  • Meal Prep:

    Prepare larger portions of your favorite carnivore dishes and freeze individual servings. This makes weeknight dinners quick and convenient, just thaw, heat, and eat!

  • Variety:

    Keep your meals interesting by switching up meats (beef, pork, chicken, seafood) and cooking styles (grilling, baking, sautéing).

  • Quality:

    Opt for high-quality, nutrient-dense ingredients like grass-fed beef, pasture-raised poultry, and wild-caught seafood for a healthier, more flavorful meal.

Enjoy these carnivore diet dinners that are easy to make, delicious, and perfect for the whole family!

Stay tuned for more tips on our next issues.

Best regards
The Carnivore Way Team