You guys ask me about postpartum freezer meals sooo often on Instagram stories and I LOVE IT. There’s no more exciting time than before having a new addition to the family, but it can also be intimidating to figure out what you’re all going to eat. So here it finally is! I’m genuinely so excited to get this one up because I’ve been sitting on this list for way too long.
These are 20 real meals I’ve made myself, they freeze and reheat like champs, and they still fit your macros once you’re back to tracking. Let’s get your freezer stocked!
The Bulk Protein Basics
I love working with a bulk protein. Cook a whole bunch of flavorful meat and then plan meals around that pre-cooked, prepped protein. It makes meal planning simple throughout the week. A few of these are my classic bulk proteins, like how I make them for my meal plans, and I put a few high-protein dishes as well that’ll help keep things truly easy.
Weeknight Healthy Turkey Bolognese
The list looks long but really it’s just layers of delicious flavors in ONE pot that come together easily to create the most delicious and comforting pot of HEALTHY, lean, turkey bolognese. Such a classic favorite in our home.
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Easy Low-Fat Crispy Slow Cooker Carnitas
One of my favorite proteins to have in my fridge at all times! So easy, so lean and super tasty. My whole family is obsessed.
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Classic Taco Meat
This Classic Taco Meat recipe is a weeknight staple that never goes out of style. Made with ground beef, a simple blend of spices, and a splash of tomato sauce for moisture, it’s flavorful, juicy, and ready in under 20 minutes.
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Instant Pot Pork Ragu
This is one of my favorite things to keep stocked in my fridge during the Fall and Winter seasons. So versatile—delicious over pasta, spaghetti squash, polenta, gnocchi or any roasted veggies. Full of lean protein, nutrient-packed veggies… and the perfect COMFORT food.
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Cottage Cheese Meatballs
These Cottage Cheese Meatballs are juicy, tender, and packed with protein! Blended cottage cheese and zucchini keep them incredibly moist while baking, making this an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
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Easy Healthy Instant Pot Creamy Buffalo Chicken
The easiest, TASTIEST instant pot creamy buffalo chicken. As always, still macro-friendly, low in fat, obviously high in protein and ready to throw into a million meals. A favorite from the first cookbook!
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Instant Pot Smoky Honey Cilantro Chicken in 12 minutes
One of my favorite instant pot recipes yet. Adapted from Mels Kitchen Cafe. So easy and delicious, ready to build a number of meals in just twelve minutes!
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Brown Sugar Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri
This Brown Sugar Spiced Tenderloin with Chimichurri is super flavorful and surprisingly simple to prepare. The tenderloin is coated in a rich blend of brown sugar and warm spices, creating a caramelized crust that locks in all the juicy goodness. It's paired with a vibrant, herb-packed chimichurri that pairs perfectly with the sweet and savory pork.
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Soup, the Original Freezer Food
Easy, macro-packed soups. I like freezing these portioned so it’s super easy to grab, reheat, and go. Even for one portion!
One Pot Skinny White Chicken Chili
We LOVE a good white chicken chili over here, and making it extra light and healthy didn’t change it for anyone! All of my kids even devour this. And skipping the beans just allows me to use the carbs where I value them more! Feel free to add them in if you love beans!
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Lemony Chicken Soup
The perfect extra healthy, but still cozy chicken soup with a little extra pep from the lemon. Packed with veggies, you won’t even miss the noodles.
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Lighter Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
There’s nothing easier than a pot of soup all ready to go at dinner time… except for for an INSTANT pot of soup. Healthy, easy, tasty chicken tortilla soup.
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Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup
A total soul-warmer, kept light and guilt free so you can have a huge bowl! Kept crustless, you’ve got the option to add your own biscuit or crusty bread if you’ve got the room!
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Veggie Chicken Soup with Butternut Squash
A delicious, soul-warming and veggie-packed soup my whole family loves!
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Coconut Curry with Peppers
This creamy, flavorful Coconut Curry with Peppers is made in just 20 minutes! It’s a quick, dairy-free dinner packed with warm spices and perfect with your favorite protein and rice (or zoodles for a lower-carb option).
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(No Noodle) Easy Lasagna Soup
There’s nothing like sitting down to a big bowl of warm, hearty soup on a cold day! This No Noodle Easy Lasagna Soup has that comfort food feel while also being protein-packed and great for tracking macros.
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Rotisserie Chicken Minestrone Soup
A simple and delicious recipe for homemade Chicken Minestrone Soup that you'll want to make again and again, especially when you have leftovers from a rotisserie chicken.
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Low Carb Turkey Cauliflower Chili
Perfectly hearty and flavorful without any unneeded carbs or fats! Leaving plenty of room for all the toppings you want… and of course, dessert.
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One-Dish Bakes
The casseroles, skillets, and easy freezer meals that you won’t get tired of. Portion them out and they’re so easy to grab and reheat.
Ground Beef and Veggie Shell Pasta
This macro-friendly Ground Beef and Veggie Shell Pasta is made with lean ground beef, tender pasta shells, and a medley of sautéed vegetables. It’s a family-friendly meal that comes together in just 30 minutes and is perfect for busy weeknights.
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Instant Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This Instant Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole is an easy way to enjoy everything you love about enchiladas without having to deal with the fuss of rolling each one. It’s made with tender shredded chicken, soft tortillas, and melty cheese, all layered in a zesty, creamy enchilada sauce.
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Zucchini, Corn, and Chicken Skillet
This Zucchini, Corn, and Chicken Skillet is an easy 30-minute dinner packed with lean protein, fresh veggies, and melty cheddar cheese. A healthy, macro-friendly one-pan meal the whole family will love!
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Macro-friendly Fajita Ground Turkey Skillet
This macro-friendly fajita ground turkey skillet is a great way to create good food for your family.
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Skillet Zucchini Lasagna
This macro-friendly zucchini lasagna gives all the warm-comforting feels with a healthy twist. Enjoy it with a fresh green salad and some crusty bread for the perfect meal.
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Chicken Marinara
This chicken marinara recipe is full of all the comforting tastes you want while also being good for you. It's one of the most delicious baked chicken tenderloin recipes you're ever going to find.
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Macro-Friendly Ground Beef Philly Skillet
This Ground Beef Philly Skillet is the PERFECT family-friendly, macro-friendly meal to make on a weeknight. My fam LOVES it, and it only takes about 30 minutes to make!
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Creamy Green Chili Chicken Bake
A simple one-dish meal to throw in the oven and enjoy with the whole family!
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Creamy Mexican Chicken Bake
This Creamy Mexican Chicken Bake is an easy high-protein dinner made with tender chicken, enchilada sauce, green chiles, and lots of melty cheese. Ready in about 30 minutes and packed with tons of bold Mexican-inspired flavor!
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Skinny Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
These Skinny Creamy Chicken Enchiladas are a lighter twist on your favorite comfort food! Made with creamy, shredded chicken, tangy enchilada sauce, and melty cheese, these enchiladas deliver all the flavor you love, just with fewer calories!
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Cauliflower Rice Enchilada Skillet
This healthy cauliflower rice enchilada skillet is not only macro-friendly, it is full of delicious flavor!
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Skillet Mexican Potatoes with Ground Beef
These Skillet Mexican Potatoes with Ground Beef are a quick, protein-packed dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes! Made with my Classic Taco Meat, a tender mixture of potatoes, peppers, and onions, and a blend of bold spices. This hearty meal is simple, satisfying, and packs 31 grams of protein per serving.
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Postpartum Freezer Meals FAQs
How far ahead should I start freezing meals before baby comes?
Start about 4-6 weeks out if you can. Any earlier and you’re either buying a bigger freezer or eating your stash before baby even arrives.
Do these recipes freeze better whole or in individual portions?
Individual portions, every time. A frozen block the size of a brick takes forever to thaw and you end up eating way more than you meant to just because it’s all defrosted at once. Portion into quart bags or containers before freezing, and write the date and serving size on the outside so you’re not guessing later.
How long do these freezer meals actually last?
Two to three months is the sweet spot for taste and texture. They’re technically safe well past that since your freezer stays below freezing, but the flavor and texture start slipping the longer they sit, so try to work through your stash before the three-month mark.
Do I need to thaw these before reheating?
Thawing overnight in the fridge gives you the best texture, especially for the casseroles and bakes. If you forgot to move something to the fridge, most of the soups can go straight from freezer to pot on low heat, you’ll just need extra time and a little more stirring.
Can I double a recipe to freeze half and eat half now?
Yes, and honestly that’s the easiest way to build up your freezer without an extra cooking session. Just cool the portion you’re freezing completely before it goes in, warm food in the freezer raises the temperature of everything around it.
