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Four labeled reusable freezer bags filled with prepared ingredients for Tuscan Chicken, Butter Chicken, Beef Stroganoff, and Farmer's Sausage Bowls freezer meals

4 Easy Freezer Meals Ready in 15 Minutes: Tuscan Chicken, Butter Chicken, Beef Stroganoff & Farmer's Sausage Bowls

Four complete freezer meal options that take 15 minutes to prep and weeks to cook. Each bag makes 4 servings. Simply layer ingredients in the exact order, squeeze out air, lay flat, and freeze. When you're ready to eat, choose sheet pan or slow cooker method.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Dinner, Mains
Cuisine American, Italian, Indian
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Reusable freezer bags, sheet pan or slow cooker (depending on cooking method) See a link for the one's I use in the notes section

Ingredients
  

MEAL 1: BEEF STROGANOFF (Makes 4 servings)

  • 1.5 lbs beef stir fry pieces (or sirloin strips)
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 3 cups mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 cup greek yogurt or DF yogurt
  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 cup bone broth or stock of choice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt & pepper to taste

MEAL 2: BUTTER CHICKEN (Makes 4 servings)

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 can (14oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp ghee or butter or coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated or 1 tsp dried ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt & pepper to taste

MEAL 3: TUSCAN CHICKEN (Makes 4 servings)

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 clove garlic minced
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/8 cup dark balsamic vinegar I love Nelson Olive Oil, see notes
  • 1 can (14oz) artichoke hearts, drained and halved
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach

MEAL 4: FARMER'S SAUSAGE BOWLS (Makes 4 servings)

  • 1.5 lbs chicken sausages, chopped use GF as needed
  • 1 medium sweet potatoes, diced
  • 1 medium red onion diced
  • 2 bell peppers any color, diced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • TO PREP & FREEZE:
    Reusable freezer bag with layered sausage bowl ingredients: gluten-free chicken sausages, diced sweet potatoes, bell peppers, broccoli, red onion, and Dijon honey mustard dressing
  • Layer ingredients in a reusable freezer bag in the exact order listed above for each meal. For delicate ingredients like spinach in Tuscan Chicken, place them at the very top of the bag so they stay fresher. Squeeze out as much air as possible before sealing. Lay bags flat in the freezer. These keep beautifully for up to three months.
  • TO COOK - SHEET PAN METHOD:
    Reusable freezer bag with layered butter chicken ingredients: cubed chicken, diced onions, tomatoes, coconut milk, and spices ready to freeze
  • Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Preheat oven to 425°F. Pour entire contents of bag onto a sheet pan in a single layer. Bake for 15-20 minutes until protein is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • TO COOK - SLOW COOKER METHOD:
    Reusable freezer bag filled with layered beef stroganoff ingredients: beef pieces, mushrooms, onions, and yogurt-based sauce ingredients ready for freezing
  • Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Pour entire contents into slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-6 hours until protein is tender and vegetables are soft.
  • ENJOY! SEE NOTES FOR SERVING OPTIONS
    Reusable freezer bag with layered Tuscan chicken ingredients: cubed chicken, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, herbs, and balsamic dressing

Notes

SERVING OPTIONS:

Beef Stroganoff: Serve over egg noodles, rice, or cauliflower rice.
Butter Chicken: Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, with naan, or over spiralized zucchini.
Tuscan Chicken: Serve over pasta or quinoa.
Farmer's Sausage Bowls: Serve as a complete dinner on its own or over rice or cauliflower rice if you prefer.

STORAGE:

Freezer bags keep beautifully for up to three months. Once thawed, keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days. These meals freeze flat for easy stacking and thaw quickly overnight.

CALORIES:

Beef Stroganoff: Approximately 380 calories per serving
Butter Chicken: Approximately 420 calories per serving
Tuscan Chicken: Approximately 390 calories per serving
Farmer's Sausage Bowls: Approximately 360 calories per serving

NOTES:

The key to perfect freezer meals is layering ingredients in the exact order provided. This ensures that delicate ingredients stay fresh and flavors distribute evenly as everything thaws and cooks. Squeeze out as much air as possible before freezing to prevent freezer burn. All of these meals work beautifully with both sheet pan and slow cooker methods. Choose based on your schedule and preference. These freezer meals support your energy, hormones, and nutrition without requiring decision-making on busy nights.

FAVS:

I use Nelson Olive Oil for its high polyphenol content and fresh, peppery finish. You can grab it here: [NELSON OLIVE OIL LINK] and use my code [REJOICE-10] for a 10% discount.
Quality matters of spices can make all the difference in both the flavour of your meals and nutrient quality. I get mine from OM Foods: [OM FOODS LINK] with my discount code [REJOICE].
I use this reusable bags from amazon to save money and reduce waste of disposable bags, wash and reuse for your next freezer meal 
Keyword Freezer meals, Easy dinner recipes, Meal prep dinners, High protein freezer meals, Busy mom dinners, Sheet pan dinners, Slow cooker meals, Weeknight dinners, Make-ahead meals