Too Busy to Cook? Freezer Meals to the Rescue!!!!

So I said that I would do a review of the freezer meals that I have used and update you on how they are going. I must admit I am in LOVE with the freezer meals. The reason I am trying so many different meals is so that I can see if we like or don't like something. I plan on doubling these the next time and having them in my freezer.  These are going to come in handy especially during volleyball season which is also the beginning of the school year. I hope that you find these handy. So far we have tried 7 meals. Of those 7 there is one that my husband did not care for but the kids loved it so he is overruled on that one. 

First up Honey Rosemary Chicken

2 lbs chicken
1/3 c. balsamic vinegar 
1/3 c . honey
1/3 c. olive oil 
3 tbls. fresh rosemary 
1 tea. Salt 
Marinate before freezing 

Defrost in fridge and add one cup of water. Cook 6-8 hours on on low at one add 1 teaspoon cornstarch 10 minutes before serving. Serve over rice. 

This was a good first dish to start with the boys loved it. The directions said to cut into bite sized pieces I would say keep them a little larger because it cooked quite quickly and the chicken started to fall apart. 

Next up Newlywed Beef tips....this was the EASIEST

2 lbs beef tips 
23oz french onion soup 
1 bag frozen broccoli 

Put the beef tips and french onion soup in the bag a freeze. Defrost in fridge the night before add 2 cups of water and cook on low 6-7 hours. The last 30 minutes before serving add broccoli.  Serve over rice with fresh parmesean 

I like this because it was easy prep and still very yummy.  I would recommend this one to anybody who is a first timer to freezer meals. 

My Favorite So far was Sante Fe Chicken 

2lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 chopped red pepper 
1/2 onion 
1/2 teaspoon Cumin 
Cilantro (I added almost a whole bunch because I love it) I would say about 1 cup 
1 can black beans
1 can corn 
1 jar of salsa

I decided to mixed all of the ingredients and then add the chicken. Throw it into bags (2) and freeze. Defrost the night before. Put it into the crock pot and cook for 6-8 hours and serve over rice.  

This meal was amazing, easy to prep and yummmmy!!! 

Sausage and Peppers (Good for summer and occasionally)  

Sausage (I used chicken sausage not Italian)  
2 green peppers
1 red pepper 
1 red onion 
4 cloves of garlic 
2 cans Italian diced tomatoes 

Cook for about 6-7 hours. I served this on toasted subs and melted cheese (provolone/mozzarella mixed you can get already shredded at Target)  

Slow Cooked Fajitas (Great sub for fajitas and less cooking) 

2 lbs beef round steak (I used fajitas meat so I would not have to do extra cutting) 
2 - 8oz cans diced tomatoes with chilies 
1 large onion 
1 green pepper 
1 red pepper 
4 teaspoons of of cilantro ( I added more) 
1 cloves of garlic 
2 teaspoons chili powder 
2 teaspoons cumin 
salt and pepper 
1 jalapeno

Freeze all ingredients and it's ready. Deforest before cooking serve on tortillas. You can add whatever toppings that you want including cheese, sour cream, lettuce etc....I love fajitas and this was great to have after a long day of volleyball and being mommy.

Savory Chicken 

This one will be in the rotation for sure. It was good but I did overcook the broccoli a little bit. 
 
4 chicken breast
2 can stewed tomatoes
4 tbs white wine
1 onion 
4 cloves of garlic 
1 cup chicken broth
salt and pepper to taste & 2 bay leaves
4 cups of broccoli 

Cook 6-7 hours and add broccoli the last 30 minutes I would actually say add the last 20 minutes.


Overall I would say freezer meals are going to allow me to eat better, save time and not worry about dinner each and every night. Next weeks meals are 

I will have prep pictures for next time as well as finished products. 
Cilantro Lime Chicken 
Slow Cooker Chili 
Teriyaki  Chicken 
Cafe Rio Crock Pot Chicken 
Peppered Steak 
Slow Cooked BBQ Chicken 

Until Next Time.....