20 Healthy Freezer Meals For New Moms

Having a list of healthy freezer meals for new moms on hand is the biggest life hack. And if you have not yet checked out my post sharing high protein freezer meals, then definitely check it out after you go through this list!

New moms deserve all the support and convenience they can get, and that’s where the beauty of make ahead freezer meals comes through. These carefully curated postpartum freezer meals are tailored to meet the nutritional needs of both mother and child, while also being delicious and easy. 

Becoming a new mom is undoubtedly one of life’s most profound and rewarding experiences. However, the journey is also marked by a unique set of challenges.

After the baby arrives, new parents often find themselves navigating the uncharted waters of motherhood, balancing the demands of their baby and little ones with the need to care for themselves. It’s an amazing but sometimes overwhelming phase of life, where self-care and maintaining a healthy diet can unintentionally take a backseat among the sleepless nights and endless diaper changes. 

One of my biggest tips is having a list on hand and creating a grocery list. Once you are at the grocery store, pick up all the ingredients and dedicate a day or two per week to make these healthy freezer meals for new moms.

20 Healthy Freezer Meals For New Moms 

Recipe 1: Spinach and Feta Stuffed Shells

Ingredients:

• 1 package of jumbo pasta shells
• 2 cups of ricotta cheese
• 2 cups of chopped spinach
• 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese
• 1 jar of marinara sauce (or you can make your own using tomato sauce)

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Cook pasta shells, then stuff with the mixture of ricotta, spinach, and feta.
2. Place in a freezer-safe dish, cover with marinara sauce, and freeze.

Recipe 2: Black Bean and Sweet Potato Enchiladas

Ingredients:

• 1 can of black beans
• 2 cups of diced sweet potatoes
• 1 cup of shredded cheese
• 8 whole-wheat tortillas

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Mix beans, sweet potatoes, and cheese, then fill tortillas.
2. Roll, wrap in foil, and freeze.

Recipe 3: Beef Stew

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs of beef stew meat
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 4 potatoes, diced
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 4 cups of beef broth

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine ingredients in freezer bags and store in the freezer.
2. On cooking day, empty the bag into a slow cooker or instant pot and cook on low for 8 hours.

Recipe 4: Chicken and Vegetable Curry

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs of chicken thighs
• 2 cups of mixed vegetables
• 1 can of coconut milk
• 2 tbsp of curry powder

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Place all ingredients in a freezer bag, mix well, and freeze.
2. Cook in the slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours.

Recipe 5: Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 lemons
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp of olive oil

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine chicken, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice in a freezer bag.
2. On the day of cooking, thaw, and roast in the oven at 375°F for 35-40 minutes.

Recipe 6: Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of cooked chicken, diced
• 2 cups of cooked pasta
• 1 cup of broccoli florets
• 1 cup of Alfredo sauce

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Mix ingredients in a freezer-safe casserole dish and freeze.
2. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes when ready to eat.

Recipe 7: Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of cubed butternut squash
• 2 cans of black beans
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine all ingredients in a freezer-safe container and freeze.
2. Thaw and cook in a pot or slow cooker until the squash is tender.

Recipe 8: Vegetable Lasagna

Ingredients:

• 9 lasagna noodles
• 2 cups of ricotta cheese
• 2 cups of mixed vegetables (e.g., zucchini, bell peppers)
• 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
2. In a large freezer-safe dish, layer the cooked noodles, ricotta cheese, mixed vegetables, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
3. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
4. Cover the dish with foil and place it in the freezer.

Recipe 9: Chicken Shawarma

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tsp of cumin
• 1 tsp of ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp of paprika
• 1/2 tsp of turmeric
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• Juice of 2 lemons

Instructions:

Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine the cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice to create a marinade.
2. Place the chicken and sliced onions in a freezer bag.
3. Pour the marinade over the chicken and onions.
4. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken and onions.
5. Place the bag in the freezer.
6. On the day of cooking, thaw the chicken in the refrigerator.
7. Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan.
8. Grill the marinated chicken and onions until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes per side.
9. Slice the cooked chicken and serve in pita bread with your favorite toppings and sauces.

Recipe 10: Thai Peanut Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup of peanut sauce
• 1 cup of coconut milk

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Place all ingredients in a freezer bag and freeze.
2. Cook in a slow cooker on low for 6 hours and serve over rice.

Recipe 11: Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of cooked chicken, diced
• 2 cups of broccoli florets
• 2 cups of Alfredo sauce
• 8 oz of cooked fettuccine pasta

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Mix ingredients in a freezer-safe casserole dish and freeze.
2. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes when ready to eat.

Recipe 12: Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 lemons, juiced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp of fresh herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme)

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine chicken, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs in a freezer bag.
2. Thaw and grill until cooked through.

Recipe 13: Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 4 cups of mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas)
• 1 cup of stir-fry sauce
• 2 cups of cooked rice

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine vegetables and sauce in a freezer bag and freeze.
2. Cook in a wok or skillet until vegetables are tender.

Recipe 14: Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Shells

Ingredients:

• 1 package of jumbo pasta shells
• 2 cups of ricotta cheese
• 2 cups of sautéed mushrooms
• 1 cup of chopped spinach

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Cook pasta shells, stuff with the mixture of ricotta, mushrooms, and spinach.
2. Place in a freezer-safe dish, cover with marinara sauce, and freeze.

Recipe 15: Teriyaki Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup of teriyaki sauce
• 1 cup of sliced bell peppers
• 1 cup of sliced pineapple chunks

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine chicken, teriyaki sauce, bell peppers, and pineapple in a freezer bag and freeze.
2. Cook in a slow cooker on low for 6 hours and serve over rice.

Recipe 16: Beef and Vegetable Stew

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs of beef stew meat
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 4 potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cups of beef broth

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine all ingredients in a freezer bag and freeze.
2. On cooking day, empty the bag into a slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours.

Recipe 17: Honey Garlic Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup of honey
• 1/4 cup of soy sauce
• 4 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Mix honey, soy sauce, and garlic in a freezer bag, then add chicken.
2. Thaw and bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes.

Recipe 18: Chicken and Broccoli Rice Casserole

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of cooked chicken, diced
• 2 cups of broccoli florets
• 1 cup of cooked rice
• 1 cup of cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine ingredients in a freezer-safe casserole dish and freeze.
2. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes when ready to eat.

Recipe 19: Three-Bean Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 can of black beans
• 1 can of kidney beans
• 1 can of pinto beans
• 1 can of diced tomatoes

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Mix all ingredients in a freezer bag and freeze.
2. Thaw and cook in a pot or slow cooker until heated through.

Recipe 20: Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burritos

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of diced sweet potatoes
• 1 can of black beans
• 1 cup of shredded cheese
• 8 whole-wheat tortillas

Instructions:

Steps:

1. Combine sweet potatoes, black beans, and cheese, then fill tortillas.
2. Roll, wrap in foil, and freeze.
3. When ready to eat, heat well and top with sour cream.

Equipment you may need:

1. Reusable Freezer Bags

These come in so handy and I love that they are reusable which means they’re not only sustainable but you save money!

2. Crockpot

I have had this crockpot for almost 10 years. I think every one needs one because they make cooking a breeze! Just toss in all the ingredients and let it cook. By the time dinner time rolls around, food is ready!

In the world of new motherhood, the convenience of meal prep is so needed so I hope you found these Healthy Freezer Meals For New Moms helpful.

These freezer meals, carefully curated over three months of planning and preparation, offer the gift of time. No longer will new moms need to rush into the kitchen or spend endless hours chopping and sautéing. Instead, they can simply reach into their frozen treasure trove, knowing that a warm, flavorful soup or a hearty ground beef dish is just moments away.

So, here’s to a world where the concept of meal prep meets the practicality of the frozen aisle, making life not only easier but also immensely more delicious.

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