INTRODUCING - What We Ate This Week!!! Use this List of Ultra Budget Recipes that Our Family Enjoyed Last Week for Your Meal Plan Inspiration In 2025, I want to share with you more of what happens in the Chase family kitchen, and how I think about food, feeding my boys healthy dinners that don't break the bank...day in and day out. (Yes, it gets old sometimes...even for … [Read more...]
Easy & Budget-Friendly Freezer-Friendly Recipes
Looking to save time, money, and stress at mealtime?!
Our collection of freezer-friendly recipes makes it simple to stock your freezer with delicious, ready-to-cook meals. From make-ahead breakfasts and freezer casseroles to dump-and-go slow cooker meals, these recipes are perfect for busy families who want home-cooked dinners without the daily prep.
Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or filling your freezer for the month, these easy freezer meals will help you eat well on a budget—without the last-minute scramble.
Homemade Freezer PBJs vs. Store-Bought Uncrustables
How to make homemade freezer peanut butter & jelly sandwiches - save time and money in the back to school season! During a recent livestream video, I kept having this thought flash through - I need to do a cost comparison of making these yourself vs. buying them in the store. Yes, you have to weigh cost and convenience...but this one is one where cost wins … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Nachos
Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Nachos Get ready for the ultimate comfort food: Creamy Chicken Nachos made in the Slow Cooker! Tender shredded chicken simmers in a rich, cheesy sauce with just the right kick of spice, all thanks to your trusty slow cooker. Just set it, forget it, and get ready to dive into a plate of melty, creamy goodness. Freezer … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly Chicken Oven Tacos
Freezer Friendly Chicken Oven Tacos Tacos. We love tacos. The boys devour them. They love the crunchy mess. They love the flavors. They love to see how full they can make them. I love the concept of making tacos in the oven, and melting the cheese over the top of the meat. Then piling on the toppings. Freezer Friendly Chicken Oven Tacos I love the … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly Chicken & Shrimp Jambalaya
Freezer Friendly Chicken & Shrimp Jambalaya Freezer Friendly Chicken & Shrimp Jambalaya Chicken, sausage, and shrimp...oh my! Your family is sure to love this fabulous jambalaya! Ingredients for Single Meal1 Tbsp canola oil1 lb andouille sausage2 small boneless chicken breasts1 lb cooked shrimp without tails1 small white onion2 celery stalks1 red … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly Blackened Salmon Sandwich
Freezer Friendly Blackened Salmon Sandwich Freezer Friendly Blackened Salmon Sandwich This amazing blackened salmon sandwich is delicious and flavorful with the highlight being a filet of salmon coated in a spicy seasoning blend and cooked to perfection in melted butter. Prepare the salmon filets for the freezer and you have a wonderful future dinner waiting for … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Fajitas
Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Fajitas Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Fajitas A simple and quick to prepare for the freezer, and so fast to get going in the slow cooker. These are my favorite kind of “no-cook” dinners. And these shredded fajitas will not disappoint! Enjoy! 2 lbs beef chuck roastSalt and pepper1/2 cup red salsa1 Tbsp lime juice1 … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken
Freezer Friendly Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken This meal is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken with the sweetness and tartness of cranberries. You’ll love how it requires minimal hands-on effort and yields a flavorful result. 4 small boneless chicken breasts15 oz can whole … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly Instant Pot Chicken Chili Verde
Freezer Friendly Instant Pot Chicken Chili Verde Instant Pot Chicken Chili Verde Chicken chili verde is a lovely dish that combines the heartiness of chili with the vibrant flavors of green salsa and green chilies. It is perfect for any time you are craving a bowl of comforting and flavorful chili. 4 small boneless chicken breasts1 cup hot water1 small … [Read more...]
Freezer Friendly Hungarian-ish Goulash
Freezer Friendly Hungarian Goulash Hungarian-ish Goulash I hope you enjoy this ‘hungarian-ish’ goulash taht has been americanized to cook in a single skillet. If you want a more Hungarian type of meal, serve with egg noodles and tiny beef cubes instead of ground beef. Enjoy! 1 lb ground beef1 Tbsp minced onion1 tsp garlic powder15 oz. canned crushed … [Read more...]