30+ Best Chicken Freezer Meals on the Internet

The ultimate list of chicken freezer meals handpicked by freezer meal experts.

You will find all types of freezer meals made with chicken in this post. After writing two freezer meal cookbooks and testing hundreds and hundreds of recipes over 10 years, we’ve narrowed down the best of the best and can’t wait to share this with you!

FAQs About Freezing Chicken

Before we jump into the recipes, we wanted to pass on a few helpful tips.

As tongue and cheek, “freezer cooking evangelists”, we are constantly sharing about the amazing benefits of freezer cooking to anyone who will listen. Here are a few reasons you might be here!

• Freezer cooking saves money by buying in bulk and avoiding eating out.
• Having a freezer meal cuts down on time in the kitchen by prepping meals with the same ingredients at one time. Browning ground beef? Chopping veggies? Making soup? Why not double or triple it and then utilize the freezer? You save time on prep and clean up. 
• Freezer cooking helps you eat wholesome, delicious meals at home regularly. 
• Having a stash of freezer meals reduces dinnertime stress while bringing your family together around the table. This is what freezer cooking is really all about! 

The best way to store and save a freezer meal really depends on the recipe. The key, though, lies in preventing air from getting to the food. If you want more detail on how to properly freeze food, we have written a whole post about the 5 Best Ways to Package and Store Freezer Meals. All of the recipes below also give detailed freezing instructions.

Great question! There are 3 Safe Ways to Thaw Chicken that we recommend. Hint: One of them doesn’t involve the counter!

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30+ Chicken Freezer Meals

Using our freezer meal expertise, we have rounded up the best of the best chicken freezer meals for you. We hope this is helpful and a post you come back to over and over again!

7 Best Chicken Marinades

One of the best places to start is with our Top 7 Chicken Marinades. These wildly popular chicken freezer meal recipes cover a range of flavors. We even have a printable cheatsheet so you never run out of chicken marinade inspiration!

Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Satisfy your fast food cravings at home with these healthier, homemade chicken nuggets. Only a few recognizable ingredients are needed. Kids and adults love this recipe!

Chicken and Steak Fajitas

These chicken and steak fajitas make a great go-to weeknight dinner that tastes like restaurant quality. They’re quick to assemble, easily customized to your taste preferences, and a meal that all ages enjoy. 

Honey Bourbon Chicken

A little sweet and a little spicy, this EASY Honey Bourbon Chicken recipe is BIG on flavor and takes just minutes. You can make it in the Crockpot or the Instant Pot!

On-the-Go Chicken Burritos

These simple, individual chicken burritos are filling, healthy, and satisfying. Be sure to double the batch and freeze some for later using our instructions.

Crockpot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Sticky, sweet, and just a little spicy, these Chicken Drumsticks are economical, kid-friendly, and tasty. The secret to making these crispy is giving them a few minutes under the broiler at the end. The key to delicious drumsticks is how long you cook chicken in the slow cooker. Most people are overcooking it! You can also make these BBQ Drumsticks in the Instant Pot!

Chicken Parmesan Casserole

Chicken Parmesan Casserole is a family-favorite freezer meal that is super easy to make. This real food, healthy dinner recipe is a staple in our home.

BBQ Chicken Sliders

With 3 simple steps, you’ll have finger-licking good chicken sliders. The perfectly seasoned, shredded chicken breasts are served on mini buns and topped with BBQ Sauce to make an easy weeknight meal or a scrumptious meal for groups of people. Or try our Chicken Parmesan Sliders!

Italian Baked Chicken Thighs

The most amazing, flavorful, oven baked chicken thighs you’ll find! With just a handful of simple seasonings, these chicken thighs turn out crispy on the outside and amazingly tender and juicy on the inside.

Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

This chicken and rice casserole is healthier than most–filled with veggies, brown rice, and chicken–but still creamy, cheesy, and comforting!

Gourmet Chicken Sandwiches

A flavor-packed marinade and the best toppings make this the Ultimate Grilled Chicken Sandwich recipe. After marinating for a few hours, your chicken breasts will pick up loads of flavor. Serve it on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings for a quick weeknight dinner.

Chicken Chimichangas

Chicken chimichangas made in the slow cooker? Why yes! It’s possible! We’ve tweaked the classic deep-fried Tex-Mex favorite, making it quite a bit simpler (and a little less fried). You’ll be wowed by this crowd pleaser meal!

Chicken Burrito Bowls

Chicken Burrito Bowls are a healthy and filling dinner idea for everyone! Delicious marinated grilled chicken is served over brown rice and with your favorite southwest toppings. They can easily be meal prepped for the week or turned into an easy freezer meal.

Chicken and Cheese Taquitos

Slow cooker chicken and cheese taquitos (which can also be made in the Instant Pot) is a delicious meal that the whole family will love! Be sure to make a double batch for the freezer. Then, pull out however many you want and throw them directly in the oven for a quick weeknight dinner.

Southwest Grilled Chicken Tenders

This southwest chicken recipe is sure to please all the eaters in your house. It’s easy, healthy, freezer-friendly, and full of flavor but not spicy. You can bake it or–even better–grill it!

Mini Chicken Burgers with Herbs

This chicken burger recipe is a kid and adult fave! Make ahead the patties and freeze a batch for later or make them tonight for a delicious and healthy dinner. A similar meal you might like is our

Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings

Chicken and Dumplings in the crock pot? Yes! It can be done! This classic comfort food will fill your home with delicious smells as it simmers for hours in the slow cooker.

Honey Dijon Grilled Chicken Sandwiches

In this flavorful Honey Dijon Chicken Sandwich, the sweetness of honey is balanced with the zip of Dijon mustard in the marinade and sauce. Serve on a pretzel bun with Swiss and bacon for a stellar sandwich!

Southwest Chicken & Bacon Wraps

Marinated chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy southwest ranch sauce all wrapped up in a warm tortilla make for a delicious Southwest Chicken Wrap. These grilled chicken wraps are a great meal for groups of people or to make ahead and freeze.

Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie

Our Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie recipe with a secret “flavor bomb” ingredient is creamy, dreamy, and super easy to make. Plus, it’s healthier than most versions and freezer-friendly, too. My family will eat the chicken and veggie filling with or without the homemade biscuits on top–it’s that good.

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Inspired by P.F. Chang’s recipe, these Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a hit with all ages! Easy to make, filled with good-for-you ingredients, and easy to freeze.

Chicken Taco Soup

This delicious soup is not only gluten free and dairy free, but it freezes beautifully either before cooking or after cooking. Packed with fresh flavor, the veggies give it that fiesta vibe that everyone will love. Take this big-batch soup along to tailgate parties or freeze in small portions for future healthy lunches.

Honey Garlic Chicken Kabobs

This 5 ingredient chicken kabob marinade is sweet, savory, and incredibly easy! With just a few simple pantry ingredients, you can take your kabob game to the next level. To make this a freezer meal, we recommend just freezing the uncooked chicken in the marinade without the veggies. Because of the high water content in the bell peppers and onions, they won’t hold up well on a skewer after being frozen and thawed.

Baked Chicken Spaghetti

Chicken spaghetti is an easy, cheesy, make-it-again-soon-please, casserole that your whole family will love. To make it a freezer meal, cover the uncooked casserole with a few layers of plastic wrap and foil. Squeeze out any excess air and freeze.

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