Need some inspiration for quick and easy freezer meals for seniors? We’ve got you covered! We have compiled a list of some of the easiest, most delicious freezer recipes from all around the world. You can make small or large batches at a time. With these tasty reheatable recipes, you will never be stuck eating the same boring meal again.
The variety and nutritional benefits of these recipes will keep seniors bright and excited for their next meal! Check out our list below:
Delicious Freezer Meals for Seniors
- Chicken Pot Pie
- Baked Ziti
- Mac and Cheese
- Oxtail Stew
- Pesto Tortellini Bake
- Thai Chicken Satay
- Bean and Cheese Burrito
- Green Bean Casserole
- Meatloaf
- Eggplant Parmesan
- Pizza
- Meatballs
- Slow Cooker Lamb Curry
- Butternut Squash Soup
- Chicken Korma
Chicken Pot Pie
Image and Recipe from Sally’s Baking Addiction
When thinking of microwavable freezer meals for seniors, chicken pot pies are among the first things that come to mind. Frankly, there is a reason for that. Chicken pot pie is a healthy combination of pie crust, chicken, and veggies such as celery, carrots, and onions.
This delicious pie recipe is easy to make and specifically designed to be frozen and eaten later. In fact, the pie crust is frozen while it is uncooked. That way, seniors can have a freshly baked golden brown pie crust whenever they feel like popping one in the oven.
Baked Ziti
Ah, baked ziti. An absolute favorite among the homes of many American Families. While it is not exactly an authentic Italian dish, this Italian-American classic comfort food is one of the best freezer meals for seniors.
Baked ziti is essentially like lasagna, but instead of dealing with difficult sheets of pasta, ziti or a similar pasta shape such as penne is used. This dish is assembled partially cooked and can be placed in a baking tray in the freezer until you are ready to eat it! The cheesy goodness of this dish is irresistible to anyone.
Mac and Cheese
Image and Recipe from The Chunky Chef
Are you looking for an easy freezer meal that will turn back time? Baked Mac and Cheese is an American classic that will remind the elderly of their childhood. Mac and cheese is a typical frozen TV dinner meal, but this recipe will elevate your mac and cheese to a whole different level.
The great thing about mac and cheese is you can add essentially whatever you want. Feeling like some bacon, green peas, or want bread crumbs on top? Add it. There are no rules when it comes to mac and cheese.
Oxtail Stew
If you have never had oxtail stew, now is the time to try it. Oxtail stew is easy to make, just add all the ingredients to a pot or instant, and before you know it, it will be done!
This recipe is perfect for seniors since the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender and juicy. Besides the mouth-watering meat, the stew is a hearty meal with lots of vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and onions. This recipe can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for 30 days and heated up whenever you want!
Pesto Tortellini Bake
This green pesto tortellini bake is a creamy, healthy, and balanced meal perfect for seniors. This colorful dish includes tortellini, parmesan, artichoke hearts, mozzarella, garlic, and cherry tomatoes.
Pro-tip, cook the tortellini al dente, so the pasta won’t get soggy when reheating. Place the entire pre-cooked tray into the freezer and reheat it with a side of veggies or mashed potatoes.
Thai Chicken Satay
Image and Recipe from RecipeTin Eats
Marinated meats are super easy to make and store in the freezer. Once you marinate the chicken in peanut butter, soy sauce, cider vinegar, sugar, and coconut milk, you can seal it in a freezer zipper storage bag.
When you are ready to make a Thai-themed dinner, you can bring out the frozen chicken and pan-fry the skewers. This nutty chicken satay recipe will whisk you away on an exotic trip to Thailand. Make a fresh salad, jasmine rice, or coconut rice on the side and drink Thai iced tea for a perfect meal.
Bean and Cheese Burrito
Bean and cheese burritos are a frozen food staple. Although you can buy many different brands at the supermarket, there is nothing like a homemade burrito. Seniors can choose their favorite brand of tortilla and even opt for a low carb or low calorie version.
There is an assortment of canned refried beans to choose from to further cut corners. The best thing about burritos is that you can personalize them and add whatever you want. Some typical toppings include guacamole, sour cream, or extra cheese. You can also add salsa into the burrito for the fresh tomato flavor.
Green Bean Casserole
Green bean casserole is a holiday dish that will bring fond memories back to senior citizens. This recipe is both crunchy and creamy and gets in a good serving of vegetables. Even the pickiest of eaters will enjoy this meal.
Freeze the casserole to be eaten at the next holiday dinner, or pull it out for a family gathering. All members of the family will enjoy this delicious recipe.
Meatloaf
Meatloaf is a perfect meal for seniors since it is soft, nutritious, and yummy to eat (it’s one of many fantastic soft meals for seniors). It is common for older people to have weak teeth or dentures, making the soft texture of meatloaf an excellent choice. The sauteed onions in this recipe also add a caramelized flavor to the dish.
This comfort food is typically served with mashed potatoes and meatloaf sauce. The ketchup, brown sugar, and spicy mustard sauce bring out the simplicity of the meatloaf and elevates it to a flavorful meal.
Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant parmesan is a truly authentic Italian dish that has inspired the creation of other Italian-American parmesan dishes such as chicken parmesan. This recipe is for an easy-to-make eggplant parmesan that tastes great even after it is frozen!
Seniors of Italian descent will particularly love this recipe. Serve it up with some extra parmesan to your liking. This recipe is just bursting with flavor with layers of breaded eggplant, mozzarella cheese, and tomato sauce.
Pizza
Image and Recipe from A Couple Cooks
When it comes to freezer meals for seniors, pizza simply can’t be beat. But, typical frozen grocery store pizzas are unhealthy, oily, and simply don’t taste fresh.
Try this recipe for an excellent healthy pizza and you will be hooked! You can either freeze the pizza dough for up to three months or freeze the entire pizza. The best part about freezing the dough is that you can personalize the pizza by adding your favorite toppings when you want to eat it.
Meatballs
Meatballs are a crowd favorite. They are incredibly versatile and can be cooked as a spaghetti and meatballs dish, with Swedish meatball sauce, or a teriyaki sauce.
This meatball recipe is easy to make with clean and simple ingredients such as pork, beef, eggs, milk, breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese.
Freezing these meatballs does not alter the taste in any way. They are also quick and easy to heat up. You can either cook them on the stovetop in tomato sauce or pan fry them and add whatever sauce you want.
Slow Cooker Lamb Curry
Slow cooker meals are the best. All you have to do is add all of the ingredients into the pot and wait for it to cook! These meals are even better when you can freeze them and enjoy them at a later time, just by heating it up. One of the best slow cooker recipes is slow cooker lamb curry.
If you love lamb, this recipe is a must-try. The flavor of lamb permeates through the curry sauce in a subtle but definite way. With Indian spices and herbs, this dish will take you through a cultural experience.
The best part is you can control the level of spiciness you want in the dish. For spicy food lovers, you can add one or two tablespoons of red chili powder for more of a kick, but if you hate spicy food, you can just leave it out.
If you don’t have a slow cooker, don’t worry. Buying one new doesn’t cost too much these days and there are many great models to choose from (like this one).
Butternut Squash Soup
Image and Recipe from Inspired Taste
They say soup is good for the soul, which is undoubtedly the case with this butternut squash soup recipe. This creamy, sweet, and rich soup recipe is a favorite among seniors.
The spiced and silky flavor of butternut squash is perfect for a cold winter day. Not only is this delicious soup enjoyable for seniors, but people of all ages also love it.
Chicken Korma
Trader Joe’s may have popularized freezer Indian curry meals, but this homemade korma recipe takes it to the next level. Make a large batch of some korma and heat it up on a cold day. Serve it with some basmati rice for the perfect freezer meal.
Chicken korma is a popular Indian curry known for its sweet, creamy texture. Although it is a heavier meal, it is an excellent source of protein. If you are not a huge fan of chicken, you can also substitute it with any other protein, including lamb or fish.
