Bariatric Recipes

Introduction I’ll never forget the first time I experimented with Greek yogurt in a savory chicken dish. It was a chilly evening, and I craved something creamy, comforting, and hearty—but without the guilt of extra fat or carbs. That’s when I discovered this Bariatric Greek Yogurt Chicken recipe. From the first bite, the tender chicken […]

🥢 A Story from My Kitchen There’s something magical about a sizzling stir fry — the rhythmic sound of veggies hitting a hot pan, the aroma of fresh garlic and ginger blooming in sesame oil, and that glossy sauce coating every bite. I still remember the first time I made this Bariatric Ginger Beef Stir

If you’ve ever found yourself craving something crispy, golden, and comforting—but also light enough for your bariatric journey—this Bariatric Faux Fried Chicken Recipe is about to change the game. When I first began my post-op meal journey, fried chicken was the one food I missed most. There’s just something about that crunch followed by juicy

Introduction There’s a certain magic in a bubbling bake that smells like home — garlic and mushrooms, a silky sauce hugging tender chicken, just enough cheese to make you sigh. My goal with this Bariatric Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe was to bottle that warmth and make it fit a high-protein, low-carb, post-op friendly plate. This version

Introduction There’s something incredibly comforting about the sizzle of tuna patties hitting a warm skillet. That golden crust, the savory aroma, and the tender inside that almost melts in your mouth — it’s everything a post-op bariatric eater could hope for in a satisfying, high-protein meal. This Bariatric Crunchy Tuna Patty Recipe became a favorite

Introduction There’s something magical about walking into the kitchen and being greeted by the smell of a slow-cooked, creamy chicken dinner — especially when you know it’s bariatric friendly. For anyone who’s undergone weight loss surgery or follows a high-protein, low-carb lifestyle, finding meals that are both comforting and compliant can feel like a challenge.

Introduction I still remember the first time I created this Bariatric Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe—a random Sunday evening when I was craving something warm, creamy, and comforting, yet totally guilt-free. After my bariatric surgery, I quickly realized that comfort food had to look different—but that didn’t mean it couldn’t taste incredible. This high-protein, low-carb cottage

Introduction If you grew up on family Sunday dinners, you remember the way the house smelled when something bubbly and tomatoey came out of the oven — that warm, savory perfume that somehow felt like a hug. That memory inspired this Bariatric Chicken Rollatini with Spinach à la Parmigiana: a lighter, low-carb spin on classic

Introduction I still remember the afternoon I first tried to recreate a cheesesteak after surgery — the craving for that melty, savory comfort food was real, but my post-op rules weren’t. That’s how this Bariatric Chicken Cheesesteak Wrap was born: a softer, lower-carb, high-protein spin on a classic that keeps the mouthfeel and comfort while

Introduction If you’re searching for a cozy, protein-packed dinner that supports recovery and weight goals, this Bariatric Chicken Casserole Recipe is the kind of comfort food that quietly does its job: it fills you up without weighing you down. I developed this recipe during the first months after surgery when I wanted something warm, spoonable,