27 Recipes to Serve A Crowd

A Year of Meal Plans on a Budget

Summer is officially here! That means more hosting parties, more parties to attend, and more fun-filled days – and inevitability – less time to cook. Freezer meals for a crowd have been HUGE for me ever since I started freezer meal prep 10 years ago. I can effortlessly whip up a big batch of something delicious and bring it to any gathering. Having freezer meals ready for large groups makes hosting a breeze. Here are 27 tasty freezer meal ideas to serve at your next big event!

1. Sweet Baked Bean Chili Freezer Meal

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Sweet Baked Bean Chili
Our Sweet Baked Bean Chili freezer meal is a true game-changer. Imagine savoring the delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors in a chili that's ready to enjoy whenever you need it.
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2. Apple BBQ Pulled Pork Freezer Meal

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Apple BBQ Pulled Pork
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3. Yellow Curry Meatballs Freezer Meal

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Yellow Curry Meatballs Freezer Meal Recipe
Imagine tender, flavorful meatballs bathed in a creamy and aromatic yellow curry sauce. It's a comforting combination that will transport your taste buds!
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4. Mango Curry Chicken Freezer Meal

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Mango Curry Chicken Freezer Meal Recipe
The magic happens when the natural sweetness of ripe mangoes mingles with the aromatic spices of curry, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds.
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5. Salsa Verde Chicken Nachos Freezer Meal

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Salsa Verde Chicken Nachos Freezer Meal Recipe
These Salsa Verde Chicken Nachos are not just a delicious meal option; they're also a freezer meal creation. Spend a little time prepping these nachos in advance, and you'll have a freezer stocked with a lifesaver for those chaotic days when cooking is the last thing on your mind.
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6. Whole Roasted Chicken Freezer Meal

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Whole Roasted Chicken Freezer Meal Recipe
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7. Homemade Tomato Sauce Freezer Recipe

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Homemade Tomato Sauce Freezer Recipe
Our Homemade Tomato Sauce recipe is packed with the robust flavors of tomatoes and fragrant herbs, it is the perfect base for countless dishes, bringing a homemade touch to even the quickest of meals.
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8. 5 Ingredient Curry Meatballs Freezer Meal

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5 Ingredient Curry Meatballs
This simple meatball recipe will have the crowd asking for more, whether used for a dinner or an appetizer at a party, this dish is sure to please.
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9. Basil Tomato Soup Freezer Meal

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Basil Tomato Soup Freezer Meal Recipe
Basil Tomato Soup – the ultimate freezer meal for those hectic days when time is of the essence. Picture this: plump, juicy tomatoes simmered with fragrant basil and a hint of garlic, creating a flavor explosion that's both comforting and oh-so-satisfying.
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10. Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Casserole Freezer Meal

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Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower Casserole Freezer Meal Recipe
At the heart of this Buffalo Chicken Cauliflower freezer meal is its unbeatable combination of flavors. Imagine tender chicken breast pieces coated in zesty buffalo sauce, perfectly complemented by the subtle sweetness of roasted cauliflower florets. It's a marriage made in culinary heaven.
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11. Ground Beef Tacos Freezer Meal

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Ground Beef Tacos Freezer Meal Recipe
Tacos, loved by everyone, even those picky eaters that sometimes just make dinnertime so stressful. This recipe is sure to bring everyone running to the dinner table, ready to eat and enjoy.
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12. Sausage and Rainbow Veggies Freezer Meal

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Sausage and Rainbow Veggies Freezer Meal Recipe
Juicy sausage mingling with a colorful cornucopia of veggies, each bit a burst of flavor that will have your taste buds doing a happy dance all through the evening.
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13. Beef Enchilada Casserole Freezer Meal

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Beef Enchilada Casserole Freezer Meal Recipe
Prepped and frozen in a freezer-friendly 9×13, our Beef Enchilada Casserole will be on hand for that weeknight when everyone has an activity at the same time in different parts of town. When you lift that first forkful to your lips, you’ll thank yourself.
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14. Korean Beef Tacos Freezer Meal

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Korean Beef Tacos Freezer Meal Recipe
The richness of tamari and sweetness of brown sugar meet the slight kick brought by the red pepper flakes an ginger, infusing the beef with the most iconic Korean flavors. Atop a warm tortilla and dressed with a Korean style slaw, our Korean Beef Tacos combine the best of Korean cuisine with the hands-on fun taco night. In other wors, they're the bee's knees.
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15. Sheet Pan Nachos Freezer Meal

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Sheet Pan Nachos Freezer Meal Recipe
This Sheet Pan Nachos not only includes the gooey cheesy goodness you love, but also the convenience of being a freezer meal. When you have a day that you know you are not going to be able to cook from scratch, through this recipe into your trusty crockpot, finish it off in the oven, and have yourself the best nachos.
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16. Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Freezer Meal

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Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Freezer Meal
The heartiness of traditional mac and cheese is met with the nutritional powerhouse of cauliflower, bringing you the creamy, savory goodness you’d expect from mac and cheese, except our version comes with additional benefits: health and convenience.
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17. Spicy Sweet Potato and Broccoli Freezer Meal- Plant Based Whole 30

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Spicy Sweet Potato and Broccoli Freezer Meal Recipe – Plant Based Whole30 Recipe
Welcome to the vibrant world of our Spicy Sweet Potato and Broccoli, a delightful combination that marries health with robust flavor. The natural sweetness of oven-roasted sweet potatoes mingles with the earthy crunch of broccoli in this plant-based and Whole 30-approved dish, awakening your taste buds to a level of heaven you’ve never experienced before.
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18. Butternut Squash and Apple Soup Freezer Meal – Plant Based Whole 30

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Butternut Squash and Apple Soup Plant-Based Whole 30 Freezer Meal Recipe
The sweetness of butternut Squash melds with the crisp, tangy note of Gala Apples, expectantly waiting to deliver spoonfuls of velvety goodness when the dinner bell rings. You sit with your loved ones, dishing out bowlfuls of flavor, grateful to enjoy a symphony of flavors with practically zero effort.
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19. Pork Carnitas Whole 30 Freezer Meal

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Pork Carnitas Whole 30 Freezer Meal Recipe
This Whole 30 Approved, Pork Carnitas recipe has become a lifesaver in my kitchen, and today I'm here to share it with you! The tender, juicy pork, intentionally seasoned and slow-cooked to perfection is just too delicious of a secret not to share. It's one of my favorite go-to recipes, guaranteed to not only satisfy your family's taste buds, but also to fit seamlessly into the hectic nature of life as a make-ahead freezer meal.
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20. Chicken Fajita Bowl Whole 30 Freezer Meal

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Chicken Fajita Bowl Whole 30 Freezer Meal Recipe
It is the ultimate make-ahead freezer meal that fits perfectly into your schedule because it requires next to nothing- not even your time! One those chaotic weeknights, you'll have the luxury of pulling a wholesome, flavorful dinner out of your freezer to save the day (and your sanity)
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21. Homestyle Beef Stew Freezer Meal

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Homestyle Beef Stew Freezer Meal Recipe
Our Homestyle Beef Style is a labor of love, slow-cooked to perfection and now available for you to enjoy whenever you please.
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22. Chicken Alfredo Baked Pasta Freezer Meal

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Chicken Alfredo Baked Pasta Freezer Meal Recipe
Our Chicken Alfredo Baked Pasta Gluten Free is a means to freedom. A part of our make-ahead freezer meal arsenal, all it asks of you is a few minutes of prep and some space in your freezer. In just over an hour, you'll have the most delicious, creamy pasta bake you've ever tasted.
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23. Sausage and Peppers Baked Pasta Freezer Meal

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Sausage and Peppers Baked Pasta
This Sausage and Peppers Baked Pasta is one of our heartier make-ahead freezer meals, and it is filled with all the good stuff; tender gluten-free pasta, juicy Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, an robust marinara dance together beneath a layer of a melted Italian cheese blend.
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24. Bolognese Sauce Freezer Recipe

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Bolognese Sauce Freezer Recipe
Our recipe follows the traditional way of bolognese with ground beef, aromatics like carrots, celery, onion, and garlic, crushed tomatoes, and the perfect combination of herbs. Its hearty, nutritious, and encompasses all the classic flavors of Italian cuisine.
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25. New Orleans Gumbo Freezer Meal

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New Orleans Gumbo Freezer Meal Recipe
Indulge in the rich, bold flavors of New Orleans with our delicious gumbo freezer meal. This classic southern dish is a harmony of savory goodness, juicy chicken, smokey sausage, and fresh rice all melding in a thick, flavorful cooked broth.
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26. Gluten-Free Zuppa Toscana Freezer Meal

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Gluten-Free Zuppa Toscana Freezer Meal Recipe
The perfect balance of hearty and creamy with its savory sausage, tender potatoes, and vibrant kale, all swimming in a creamy, rich broth. A classic Italian favorite, our version is gluten-free and is the perfect dinner for those hectic weeknights when your craving a comforting dinner but have no space in your schedule to prepare it.
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27. Gluten-Free Chicken Pot Roast Freezer Meal

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Gluten Free Chicken Pot Roast Freezer Meal
Our Gluten Free Chicken Pot Roast, the perfect freezer meal blending together tender chicken, a rich broth, and perfectly roasted vegetables, is a culinary hug for busy parents. For those days when life feels like a whirlwind, having make-ahead meals ready to go can make all the difference.
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Freezer Meal prep with large gatherings in mind, makes hosting that much easier. Whether it is summer gathering, holiday party, or just a potluck dinner, prep a freezer meal for your next gathering and relax as you gain valuable time back into your day. Allow the oven or crockpot to do the cooking, and take care of some other task and gain back some mental energy before your gathering begins. Enjoy the smells of your house filling with incredible aromas, and enjoy the deliciousness of your recipe when your gathering begins. It’s really that simple! Lets get cooking.

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