Our Top 10 Freezer Dump Meals
1. Ginger-Peach Chicken
Freeze: 2 lbs chicken (thighs or breasts), 12 oz frozen peach slices, 1 sliced red onion, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger, 2 tsp ground coriander.
Cook: High for 4-5 hours.
Serve: With rice.
2. Beef Fajitas
Freeze: 2 lbs beef chuck shoulder roast, 2 sliced bell peppers, 1 sliced small onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp chili powder, 2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes.
Cook: Low for 8 hours. Stir in butter and cream before serving.
Serve: With bread or tortillas.
3. Beef Stroganoff
Freeze: 1 lb stew meat, 1 lb sliced baby bella mushrooms, 1 diced onion, 1/2 cup apple juice, 1 tbsp beef stock base, 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 2 cloves minced garlic.
Additional: 1 cup sour cream (add after cooking).
Cook: Low for 8 hours. Stir in sour cream before serving.
Serve: With egg noodles or rice.
4. Chicken, Apple & Sweet Potato
Freeze: 1 lb boneless chicken, 2 diced sweet potatoes, 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp curry powder, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, salt and pepper to taste.
Cook: Low for 8 hours.
Serve: With rice.
5. Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Freeze: 4 pork chops, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp ground ginger, 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Cook: Low for 6-7 hours.
Serve: With mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
6. Italian Sausage & Peppers
Freeze: 1 lb Italian sausage links, 2 sliced bell peppers, 1 sliced onion, 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, 1 tbsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes.
Cook: Low for 6-8 hours.
Serve: With pasta or crusty bread.
7. Teriyaki Chicken
Freeze: 2 lbs chicken thighs, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp grated ginger.
Cook: Low for 6 hours.
Serve: With rice and steamed broccoli.
8. BBQ Pulled Pork
Freeze: 2 lbs pork shoulder, 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika.
Cook: Low for 8-10 hours. Shred before serving.
Serve: On buns or with coleslaw.
9. Chicken Tortilla Soup
Freeze: 2 lbs chicken breast, 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained), 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, 1 cup corn, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 4 cups chicken broth.
Cook: Low for 6-8 hours. Shred chicken before serving.
Serve: With tortilla chips and cheese.
10. Vegetable Lentil Stew
Freeze: 2 cups lentils, 1 diced onion, 2 diced carrots, 2 diced celery stalks, 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Cook: Low for 6-8 hours.
Serve: With crusty bread.
Final Thoughts
These freezer dump meals allow you to enjoy the comfort of homemade meals with minimal daily effort. Spend just an hour prepping, freeze them, and let your slow cooker take care of the rest. Happy freezing and feasting!
