When I’m cutting, I try to be within 50 calories of my daily target. Some days I’m a little higher and some a little lower, but I don’t have any major swings in my intake. Stick to lean sources of protein, and you won’t have trouble putting together a meal plan that works. If your protein sources contain too much fat, you’re going to find it hard to keep your calories where they need to be with proper macronutrient ratios.
