9 Meals to Prep and Stash in the Freezer When Life Gets Busy

This sticky-sweet chicken will earn rave reviews from the fam. Pair with some broccoli for even more color.

The seemingly endless buffet of toppings makes this dinner a customizable dining experience that picky eaters will love.

Don’t forget cilantro, peanuts and green onions for toppings. You can add rice noodles and diced stir fry veggies (fresh or frozen) to make it a complete meal.     

 

Think of this as deconstructed stuffed peppers. You get all the flavors, but easier prep and storage.

This riff on paella is so colorful, unlike so many beige slow cooker meals. It’s flavorful too, proving low and slow doesn’t have to be boring.      

This chili is a nice break from the usual red-based recipes, but still spicy, creamy and packed with protein.      

This is such a cozy, comforting soup where Mom’s chicken soup and Thai takeout collide. It’s healthy, too, packed with chicken, veggies and fiber-filled wild rice.      

Soak up the rich, creamy broth of this soothing soup with a loaf of fresh bread, also in the freezer.      

Inspired by African stews, this vegan sweet potato and peanut stew is so craveable, it will become a regular in your meal rotation.