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Healthy Freezer Meals: 11 Easy Recipes for Busy Families

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Save time, money, and stress with these 11 healthy freezer meals for busy families.

Here in Arizona, kids start heading back to school in just two weeks. And you know what that means? Crazy, busy weeknights are coming back! Nooooo!

Many parents struggle with getting a healthy dinner on the table after a long day of work, chauffeuring the kids around, helping with homework, etc. Grabbing take-out or fast food is so easy to fall back on when you are tired and pressed for time. Believe me, I know! So for the sake of our budgets, health,  and sanity (three very important things), I put together this list of 11 healthy freezer meals that can be made over the weekend. This way you always have an easy dinner ready to go.

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These make-ahead freezer meals will take all the work out of meal planning and cooking during the week. Just pop one of these freezer meals into a pot or oven, and go about your business. Pretty soon, you will have a warm, healthy meal waiting for you to dig in. Sounds pretty nice, right?

Healthy Freezer Meals: 11 Easy Recipes

These healthy freezer meals will make dinner time a breeze. Look through this list and pick one or two recipes you want to try making this weekend! While you’re at it, make sure to grab the free, printable menu planner below. This way,  you will always know what’s for dinner. ‘Cause you know your kids are going to ask a million times 🙂

If you love the idea of freezer cooking and want to learn more, head over to MyFreezEasy and sign up for the free Freezer Cooking workshop!

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Okay enough talk, let’s get to these healthy freezer meals. To see any of the recipes below, just click on the pin!

Make Ahead Beef and Bean Chili

Not only is this beef and bean chili cheap and easy to make, it’s filling and delicious too! Paired with a slice of cornbread (slathered with butter of course) or served on top of pasta, a bowl of chili is a freezer-friendly meal your whole family will love.

Chicken Noodle Soup

Classic comfort food – this satisfying chicken noodle soup recipe is cheap to make and full of healthy chicken and vegetables. To make, simple reheat frozen soup in a large pot and serve with some warm bread. It really doesn’t get any easier than that!

Rice and Bean Burritos

These healthy (and vegan) rice and bean burritos are full of flavor and sure to be a family favorite!

Amish Baked Spaghetti

This hearty baked spaghetti recipe will be a hit with the kids! It’s super easy to make and only has 5 ingredients.

Make Ahead Chickpea and Butternut Squash Fajitas

Here’s another healthy vegan freezer meal. These butternut fajitas are stuffed with fresh ingredients and can be frozen and then reheated to perfection. No one will guess this is a freezer meal!

Black Bean and Quinoa Casserole

A fresh and healthy take on the freezer casserole. Made with black beans, corn, bell peppers, and mixed with quinoa, you are sure to make delicious freezer meal again and again.

Turkey Meatloaf with Zucchini and Feta Freezer Meal

Try this unique twist on a classic dish. Moist and delicious turkey meatloaf made with zucchini and feta cheese.

Skinny Cheeseburger Casserole

Now here is a dish your kids are going to go nuts over! Try this healthier version of the American classic, cheeseburger casserole.

Asian Lettuce Wraps

These yummy Asian lettuce wraps  are filled with chicken and fresh veggies. You can freeze the filling for up to 3 months. When you are ready to eat, just hear and serve on top of lettuce or rice.

Vegan Tortilla Soup

Looking for a heat and eat dinner? Here’s the perfect recipe for you! This vegan tortilla soup is an easy to make (and freeze) dinner idea that everyone will love. Just reheat, toss some tortilla strips on top, and enjoy!

Gourmet Chicken Sandwiches

It’s the marinade that makes these chicken sandwiches extra special. Simply pour the marinade into a freezer bag, place the chicken inside, and freeze for later. Move the chicken into the fridge the day before you plan to eat it. As it thaws, the chicken will soak up all that delicious marinade. Yummy!

As school starts up again and life gets more hectic, having pre-made dinners ready to go makes things much less stressful. It’s one thing you don’t have to worry about! So get started with these 11 healthy freezer meals and see how much easier it makes your life!
free freezer cooking workshop

If you enjoy these freezer meals, I really encourage you to sign up for the Freezer Cooking Workshop over at MyFreezEasy. This quick workshop will teach you more about freezer cooking, and it is absolutely FREE too!

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