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    Home > Big Batch

    Homemade Freezer Meals

    Published: Mar 21, 2020 · Modified: Apr 4, 2020 by Chris Corbishley

    We've got a selection of Homemade Freezer Meals.  All of these are freezer-friendly recipes, perfect for making ahead.

    four images of food with the text reading 26 freezer friendly recipes

    If you're looking to do some batch cooking over the coming weeks, so that you've got some great meal choices in your freezer, then we've got you covered.

    Whilst we try to provide make ahead and/or freezer instructions where possible on all recipes, these recipes are our top picks. Each of them have specific instructions for freezing.

    Freezer Friendly Dinners

    Chicken Madras

    4.98 from 39 votes
    A rich, fragrant and relatively hot curry, chicken madras is easy to make at home in one pan. A great Friday night curry!
    chicken madras in a serving bowl topped with chilles and coriander
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    This is a perfect curry for the freezer, we had this the other day and there is a portion sat in our freezer.

    Spaghetti Bolognese

    4.73 from 22 votes
    My go-to rich and satisfying weeknight bolognese. Ready in 30 minutes! Simple ingredients, without skimping on taste.
    Plate of spaghetti bolognese on a light background
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Chilli Con Carne

    4.95 from 53 votes
    Our favourite chilli con carne recipe - packed with flavour! One pound of minced beef can easily stretch to 8 servings in this recipe - making it healthier and cheaper too.
    Hands holding bowl of Bowl of chilli con carne with rice
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Chris ALWAYS makes a big batch of his chilli and we have a couple of family portions in the freezer afterwards.  Makes a fantastic weeknight dinner cooked from the freezer.

    Orange Chicken

    4.85 from 26 votes
    My copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken is sticky, sweet and tangy. Succulent chicken pieces with a crispy coating and plenty of that delicious sauce. Ready in 20 minutes too!
    Bowl of Chinese Orange Chicken with rice
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Although the chicken won't be quite as crispy when reheating this orange chicken, I wanted to include it anyway as it's still a delicious and quick meal.

    Make Ahead Spaghetti Recipe

    5 from 1 vote
    You can make this flavour-packed spaghetti dish ahead of time - without it clumping together. Full of veg, plus crispy bacon. Just reheat for a quick dinner. Freezable too!
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Chicken Tikka Masala

    4.86 from 28 votes
    Chicken Tikka Masala - tender chunks of marinated chargrilled chicken in a creamy mild sauce with garlic, ginger and spices. Kids and adults alike love this dish.
    Bowl of chicken tikka masala with rice on a light background
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Fish Pie with Cheesy Mash

    4.96 from 25 votes
    Nothing beats a creamy fish pie for some hearty comfort food. My award-winning fish pie is always on our recipe rotation at home.
    Fish pie with mashed potato in a white rectangular dish - scoop taken out
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Lasagne Recipe

    5 from 27 votes
    A delicious homemade lasagne with rich beef ragu, creamy béchamel and golden cheese topping. A comfort food classic.
    Portion of lasagne on a white plate with salad in the background
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Cottage Pie

    5 from 7 votes
    Traditional cottage pie with a rich meaty sauce, topped with creamy mashed potato, crisped up to golden perfection. 
    Cottage pie on a plate with broccoli, peas and red cabbage
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Big Batch Chinese Beef

    5 from 9 votes
    Big Batch Chinese Beef - A tasty, make-ahead meal of slow-cooked saucy Chinese beef. Perfect when you're cooking for a crowd!
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Sausage Casserole

    5 from 6 votes
    This sausage casserole is packed full of flavour, with a mix of warming spices and pieces of chorizo. It makes a great family winter dinner. Plus it can be make ahead of time too!
    Sausage and bean casserole in a blue pan
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Thai Green Chicken Curry

    4.86 from 14 votes
    My deliciously rich and aromatic Thai Green Chicken Curry with homemade curry paste. Make it mild or spicy with a vibrant creamy sauce.
    Square image of Pan of Thai green chicken curry with vegetables on blue background
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Chicken Jalfrezi Recipe

    4.96 from 47 votes
    Homemade Chicken Jalfrezi in a deliciously thick, spicy sauce. Serve it with my quick and easy pilau rice – all ready in 40 minutes.
    Square image of chicken Jalfrezi with pilau rice
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Traditional Lancashire Hot Pot

    4.98 from 68 votes
    Lancashire Hotpot - Succulent lamb in a meaty gravy, topped with potatoes that are tender underneath and crisp on top.
    Lancashire hotpot on wooden background
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Chicken and Red Pepper Pasta

    5 from 2 votes
    Lighter chicken and red pepper pasta - so satisfyingly tasty, but less than 550 cals per serving (also Syn free if you're on Slimming World).
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake

    5 from 8 votes
    Creamy, cheesy and filling - this Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake with mushrooms makes a fantastic comforting dinner.
    square image of chicken alfredo pasta bake with a scoop removed
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley


    Lunches that you can freeze

    As well as freezing smaller portions of the dinner recipes (like we sometimes do) these also make great make ahead and freezable lunches.

    Cream of Broccoli Soup

    5 from 3 votes
    Cream of Broccoli soup - with kale and cauliflower, plus a good handful of cheddar cheese. A real comfort food favourite!
    Broccoli Cheese Soup croutons and baby leaves in a white bowl
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Roasted Vegetable Soup

    5 from 12 votes
    Oven cooking the veg until golden and caramelized adds lots of extra flavour to this comforting soup. Add parmesan for a creamy finish!
    Roasted vegetable soup in a blue bowl
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Cornish Pasties

    5 from 22 votes
    Cornish Pasties - moist and tender traditional hand pies filled with steak, onion, potato and swede (rutabaga)
    Cornish pasties on a black baking tray
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Chickpea and Lemon Soup

    5 from 1 vote
    Chickpea and Lemon Soup - Fresh and zingy. A great lunch for only 180 cals per portion. Gluten free and Vegan too.
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Spicy Parsnip and Sweet Potato Soup

    5 from 5 votes
    Spicy Parsnip and Sweet Potato Soup
    Spicy parsnip and sweet potato soup with parsnip crisps and coriander toppings
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

     


    Other recipes you can freeze

    Crispy Roast Potatoes Recipe

    4.95 from 35 votes
    Perfect roast potatoes -fluffy inside with a crunchy exterior. Part of my step-by-step guide for making a delicious roast beef dinner.
    Roast potatoes with salt and fresh thyme leaves
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Soft and Light Brioche Burgers Buns

    4.93 from 14 votes
    These brioche buns are light, not overly sweet, and the perfect vessel for a homemade juicy burger
    square image of seeded brioche buns on a tray
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Yorkshire Pudding Recipe

    4.98 from 34 votes
    The secret to making perfect (foolproof) Yorkshire puddings! Should the batter be refrigerated? Can you make ahead? Your questions answered!
    Yorkshire puddings in a tin on a wooden table
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    Chicken Stock Recipe

    5 from 1 vote
    How to make rich chicken stock with just 5 minutes of upfront work followed by hands-off simmering. A kitchen staple for the best sauces.
    Chicken stock being poured into a glass jar
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    This is a great way to use up leftover chicken carcass and make a fantastic freezable stock.

    The Best Apple Sauce

    5 from 2 votes
    Roast pork wouldn't be the same without lashings of tangy apple sauce. This is my simple 3-ingredient recipe. It's freezable too!
    Apple sauce in a copper pan on a wooden board against a light background
    Made by: Nicky Corbishley

    A great way to use up apples that are nearly turning.  I have been known to freeze an extra portion and make a quick crumble topping for a dessert for Chris.

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