Make Ahead Keto Freezer Meals for Busy Weeknights

When I started the keto diet twelve years ago, making keto freezer meals was the last thing I had on my mind! I had no idea that prepping my meals ahead and batch cooking ingredients on the weekends would contribute significantly to my weight loss.

That was 150 pounds, and hundreds of meal prep Sundays ago.

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When you start a low carb diet like keto, you spend a lot of time learning what you can and cannot eat, reading labels at the store, and calculating macros.

A lot of time.

Which is enough work even if you don’t have a full-time job or a family to feed.

Add in an actual life, plus trying to stay on a budget, and you’ve got a trifecta of reasons to give up before you get started.

Don’t give up! I lost the weight, and I learned how to meal prep and freeze food after my 40th birthday.

If I can do it, you can too!

By planning and making your meals ahead you’ll save money, time, and always have a freezer full of go-to breakfasts, snacks, and dinners for whenever hunger hits!

If you’re new to freezer cooking, read this post about how to get started step by step and download the Freezer Foods Cheat Sheet!

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If you’re ready to get this keto freezer meals party started now, I have a fabulous collection of make-ahead recipes that will make meal prep day, busy mornings and crazy weeknights easy!

Note: All of these meals freeze well even if they don’t call themselves a “Freezer Meal”!

See the notes with each recipe for any special instructions.

Keto Freezer Meals – Breakfast

Super Easy Breakfast Muffins

This easy breakfast recipe takes about 10 minutes to put together with 1.5 net carbs per muffin. To freeze: Cool. Then wrap each muffin in plastic wrap and store inside ziplock bags. They will keep for up to 3 months! Get the recipe here

Keto Sausage & Cheese Breakfast Casserole

This make-ahead breakfast casserole is loaded with sausage, eggs, and cheese – and it’s perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Make it on Sunday, slice into portions, and have grab-and-go breakfasts ready every morning.

To Freeze: Bake the casserole and let it cool completely. Slice into individual portions, wrap each one in plastic wrap, and store in freezer bags for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Freeze this make-ahead low carb casserole with sausage, eggs, and cheese for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Only 2 net carbs per serving! Get the recipe on Food Faith Fitness.

Keto Waffles

You’re going to love this easy keto waffle recipe without almond flour. Seriously, it’s one of the best homemade low carb breakfast recipes that’s freezer friendly, and ready in less than 20 minutes.

Easy Baked Eggs

Forget hard-boiled! Use your oven to bake eggs – with or without anything extra – and freeze them for those mornings when you have zero time. (Also known as every morning for me:) Get the details here on Word To Your Mother Blog

Favorite Breakfast Sandwich

Each breakfast sandwich contains 4 net carbs and freezes well by wrapping individually in plastic wrap & freezer bags for up to 3 months. Get the recipe on Hey Keto Mama

Cream Cheese Pancakes

Keep these low carb pancakes ready at all times! [Each one contains 2 net carbs.] Make a few batches on meal prep day & freeze in ziplock bags! Keep them separated by placing a piece of wax paper between each one! Get the recipe here.

Keto Blueberry Muffins

Moist, fluffy blueberry muffins that happen to be low carb. Perfect for meal prep – make a batch on Sunday and freeze them for quick breakfasts or afternoon snacks all week.

To Freeze: Cool completely, wrap individually in plastic wrap, and store in freezer bags for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight or microwave for 20-30 seconds.

Breakfast Biscuits with Sausage & Cheese

Made with keto-friendly fathead dough, each breakfast biscuit stuffed with sausage & cheese contains 2 net carbs. Freezes fabulously for up to 3 months wrapped individually. Get the recipe on How To This & That

Keto Breakfast Pockets

Easy to customize and freeze ahead these Keto Breakfast Pockets from Joy Filled Eats only have 4 net carbs each! Reheat in seconds in the microwave on busy mornings when there’s no time to cook! Get the recipe on Joy Filled Eats

Breakfast Muffins With Sausage

These Keto Breakfast Muffins with Sausage are the perfect low carb, high protein breakfast recipe-with under 2 net carbs per muffin! Make a batch or two & freeze individually for super bust mornings! Get the recipe here

Low Carb Frittata – Life Made Keto

Breakfast Casserole

This keto sausage, egg and cheese casserole is easy to put together with only 6 ingredients & 1 net carb per serving. Freeze the leftovers or individual breakfast portions for up to 3 months. Get the recipe on Wholesome Yum

Related: 20 More Make-Ahead Keto Breakfast Recipes

Keto Freezer Meals Dinner

Beef & Broccoli

Skip the takeout and make this keto beef and broccoli that tastes like your favorite Chinese restaurant — minus the sugar, cornstarch, and 45-minute delivery wait. Tender beef, crispy broccoli, and a savory sauce that makes you forget you’re eating low carb. This one’s a family favorite and freezes beautifully.

To Freeze: Store the beef and sauce together in one freezer bag, and keep the broccoli separate in another. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat – or steam fresh broccoli on serving day for the best texture.

Crockpot “Crack” Chicken

Slow cook this cream cheese, cheddar and bacon ranch shredded crack chicken in the crockpot, or bake it in the oven – either way, this recipe freezes well for up to 3 months.

Slow Cooker Tuscan Garlic Chicken

Creamy, garlicky, and made entirely in the slow cooker – this Tuscan garlic chicken is the kind of dinner that fills your kitchen with the smell of an Italian grandmother’s house. Sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a cream sauce that you’ll want to drink straight. Comfort food doesn’t get more effortless than this.

To Freeze: This is a perfect dump-and-go freezer meal. Add all ingredients except the cream and spinach to a freezer bag, freeze flat, and dump into the crockpot when ready. Add the cream and spinach in the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

This Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin Recipe is a total win: minimal prep, maximum flavor, and perfect for anyone trying to keep dinner simple, keto  clean and freezer-friendly.

Mississippi Pot Roast

Five ingredients, one crockpot, zero effort. This Mississippi pot roast is the ultimate dump-and-go dinner — chuck roast, ranch seasoning, au jus, butter, and pepperoncini peppers. It’s fall-apart tender, tangy, and perfect for meal prep.

To Freeze: Place all ingredients in a freezer bag, remove the air, and freeze flat for up to 3 months. When ready to cook, dump the entire contents into the slow cooker — no thawing required. Add 2 hours to the cooking time if cooking from frozen.

Loaded Cauliflower Soup

Missing loaded potato soup? This creamy, cheesy loaded cauliflower soup is the answer. Topped with bacon, cheddar, and sour cream – it’s all the comfort of a baked potato without the carbs. Perfect for batch cooking and busy weeknights.

To Freeze: Make the soup base without the cheese and sour cream toppings. Freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw, reheat, and add the toppings fresh on serving day.

Slow Cooker Stuffed Bell Peppers

Stuffed bell peppers are the definition of old-school family dinner comfort – ground beef, cheese, and tomato sauce packed into sweet peppers and slow cooked until everything melts together. This is what your mom made on Wednesdays, and now you can make it without the rice and freeze it for later.

To Freeze: Stuff the peppers and place them on an uncovered baking sheet until frozen solid. Then transfer to freezer bags for up to 3 months. Thaw before cooking in the slow cooker, or add extra time if cooking from frozen.

Keto Ground Beef Casserole Recipe

Ground beef, bacon, cheese, pickles, and all your favorite cheeseburger toppings baked into one glorious casserole. This is the kind of recipe that makes your family forget they’re eating low carb – and it freezes like a dream.

To Freeze: Bake the casserole, cool completely, and slice into portions. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and store in freezer bags for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

Five ingredients, one crockpot, maximum flavor. This balsamic chicken is one of those recipes that makes people think you spent way more time cooking than you actually did. The balsamic reduction creates a sweet and tangy sauce that’s comfort food in its simplest, most elegant form.

To Freeze: Prep all ingredients in a freezer bag and freeze flat. Dump into the crockpot when ready — thaw first for best results, or cook from frozen with extra time. The sauce thickens beautifully as it cooks.

Carnitas

Slow-cooked pork that shreds with a fork and crisps up under the broiler – these carnitas are the kind of comfort food that works in a bowl, on a low carb tortilla, or honestly just eaten standing at the counter with a fork. Make a big batch and freeze portions for easy taco nights.

To Freeze: Shred the pork and portion into freezer bags with some of the cooking liquid. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat in a skillet, then crisp under the broiler for that perfect texture.

Baked Chicken & Cauliflower Rice

If you’re looking for an easy and inexpensive low carb recipe for lunch or dinner check out this chicken cauliflower rice recipe! It comes together quickly, freezes well and contains only 5 net carbs per serving. To Freeze: You can freeze the chicken and rice separately in airtight ziplock bags or together in a covered container for up to 3 months. Get the recipe on I Breathe I’m Hungry

Chili

Make this low carb no-bean chili in the crockpot, Instant Pot or stove! Each serving contains 7 net carbs. Get the recipe on Low Carb Spark

Keto Crockpot White Shredded Chicken Chili

This white chicken chili is what I make when the weather gets cold and I need a hug in a bowl. Shredded chicken, cream cheese, green chiles, and spices slow cooked until everything is thick, creamy, and perfect. Make a double batch — you’ll want leftovers.

To Freeze: Cool completely and portion into freezer bags or containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat on the stove, adding a splash of broth if needed. Top with fresh sour cream and cheese on serving day.

Chicken Fajita Soup

Keep this flavorful low carb soup on hand for busy weeknights. Each serving contains only 4 net carbs. Freeze in Ziplock bags for up to 3 months. Get the recipe on Peace Love and Low Carb

Crockpot Chicken Taco Soup

All the taco flavors you love in a cozy bowl – and it practically makes itself in the crockpot. This chicken taco soup is perfect for meal prep: make a big batch on Sunday and freeze portions for easy weeknight dinners all month long.

To Freeze: Let the soup cool completely, then portion into freezer-safe containers or bags. Freeze for up to 3 months. Add fresh toppings like avocado, cheese, and sour cream when you serve.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

Love a casserole? Me too! Especially when it only has 3.7 net carbs per serving & is easy to put together! This low carb Chicken Cordon Bleu is a favorite for weeknight meals & it freezes well for up to 3 months! Get the recipe on i Save A to Z

Taco Soup

The beef version of taco soup that the whole family loves. Ground beef, tomatoes, and taco seasoning simmered into a hearty soup that somehow tastes even better after it’s been frozen and reheated. That’s the magic of soup.

To Freeze: Cool and store in freezer bags laid flat for easy stacking. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

Cheeseburger Soup

All the flavors of a bacon cheeseburger – in soup form. Ground beef, bacon, pickles, cheese, and a creamy base that tastes like your favorite drive-through order but way more satisfying. This is comfort food at its finest.

To Freeze: Freeze without the cheese topping. Portion into containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat and add fresh shredded cheddar on serving day.

Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and completely freezer-friendly. This chicken alfredo casserole has all the comfort of the Italian classic without the pasta. Make two – eat one now and freeze one for a night when cooking is absolutely not happening.

To Freeze: Assemble the casserole in a foil pan, cover tightly with plastic wrap and foil, and freeze unbaked for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and bake as directed — or bake from frozen, adding 20-30 minutes to the cook time.

Chicken Divan

This retro casserole with chicken, broccoli, and creamy cheese sauce is pure comfort food nostalgia. It’s the kind of dish your grandmother made – and it freezes beautifully for modern meal prep.

To Freeze: Assemble in a foil pan, cover tightly, and freeze unbaked for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and bake as directed. The creamy sauce stays perfect even after freezing.

Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole

If you love jalapeno poppers, this casserole is about to become your new obsession. Chicken, cream cheese, jalapenos, bacon, and cheddar – all baked together into spicy, creamy perfection. It’s a party in casserole form.

To Freeze: This casserole freezes well baked or unbaked. For unbaked, assemble, cover tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. For baked, cool completely before freezing. Thaw and reheat at 350°F until heated through.

Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

All the flavors of a loaded baked potato – bacon, cheese, sour cream, chives , but made with cauliflower so you can actually eat it on keto. This side dish casserole is perfect for batch cooking and freezes surprisingly well.

To Freeze: Bake the casserole, cool completely, and freeze in a covered container for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat in the oven at 350°F. Add fresh sour cream and chives on serving day.

Easy Keto Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joes were peak comfort food growing up, and this keto version delivers all of that sweet, tangy, messy goodness in 30 minutes – no bun required. Make a big batch and freeze portions for easy lunches and dinners.

To Freeze: Cool the meat mixture completely and portion into freezer bags. Freeze flat for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat on the stove. Serve over cauliflower rice, in lettuce wraps, or on a keto bun.

Keto Chicken Thighs with Mozzarella

Juicy chicken thighs smothered in melted mozzarella, because sometimes dinner is just putting cheese on meat and calling it a win. This simple recipe is perfect for busy nights and freezes beautifully for even busier ones.

To Freeze: Bake the chicken, cool completely, and freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until the cheese is bubbly again.

Instant Pot Whole Chicken

A whole rotisserie-style chicken made in the Instant Pot in under an hour. This is meal prep gold – use the meat for salads, soups, casseroles, and tacos all week long. Or freeze portions for easy protein whenever you need it.

To Freeze: Shred or slice the chicken and portion into freezer bags with some of the cooking liquid. Freeze for up to 3 months. Perfect for adding to soups, salads, and casseroles.

Crack Slaw (Egg Roll in a Bowl)

If you’ve ever craved an egg roll but didn’t want the wrapper, this crack slaw is your answer. Ground pork or beef with cabbage, ginger, garlic, and soy sauce – it’s like takeout deconstructed in a skillet. Ready in 20 minutes and freezes beautifully for busy nights.

To Freeze: Cool completely and portion into freezer bags or containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat in a skillet until warmed through.

Moroccan Meatloaf Cups

Take ground beef to the next level with this freezer-friendly recipe for Moroccan Meatloaf Cups! Only 15 minutes of prep time & 5 carbs per cup! Freezing Tips: Save the Pesto for serving day! Freeze cooked by giving them time to cool & wrap in plastic in a freezer bag. OR freeze unbaked in the muffin tray & once they’re frozen pop them out & into freezer bags for up to 3 months! Get the recipe on Sweet Peas and Saffron

Easy Keto Meatballs – Make Ahead Meal Mom

Homemade Pizza

Don’t you love the convenience of frozen pizzas? Having a few in the freezer makes me feel more prepared for life-especially with three kids! Convenient? Yes. Healthy? Not so much. Enter The Homemade Keto Pizza with 3 net carbs! Prep a few on meal prep day & save your SSS These cost a fraction of what you’ve been paying at the store! Get the recipe on This Mom’s Menu

Shepherd’s Pie with Cauliflower Mash

This low carb version of the traditional Shepherd’s Pie is topped with delicious mashed cauliflower and cheese and is loaded with healthy vegetables. Each serving contains 6.8 net carbs.

To Freeze: Cook the pie & allow time for cooling. Then freeze for up to 2 months in an airtight container or covered foil pan. Thaw overnight in the fridge and bake for 20 minutes or bake for an hour from frozen. Get the recipe on Ditch The Carbs

Mexican Zucchini Lasagna

Taco meets lasagna in this protein-packed, low carb recipe that uses zucchini instead of noodles. Freeze baked in an airtight container or foil pan for up to 3 months.

Get the recipe on Food Faith Fitness

Sausage & Kale Mock Lasagna – Kalyn’s Kitchen

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms – Freezer To Oven Meal

If you don’t care for zucchini, but you love lasagna (And who doesn’t?) Use Portobello Mushrooms as a perfectly freezable low carb substitution for noodles! These stuffed mushrooms contain only 9 net carbs per serving & freeze well for up to 3 months. To Freeze: After they’ve cooled wrap each mushroom in wax paper to keep them from sticking to the aluminum foil that you’ll wrap around each one. Then freeze in an airtight container. No need to thaw before baking! Get the recipe on Sweet Peas and Saffron

Cookie Dough Fat Bombs

All the flavor of cookie dough without the guilt – these fat bombs are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while staying on track. Make a batch and keep them in the freezer for whenever you need a quick treat.

To Freeze: Store in a single layer in an airtight container. They’ll keep for up to 3 months in the freezer — if they last that long.

Cream Cheese Fat Bombs

Creamy, satisfying, and perfect for when you need a little something sweet. These cream cheese fat bombs are keto snack staples that live in my freezer at all times.

To Freeze: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Grab one whenever you need a quick energy boost.

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