100+ of the BEST Instant Pot Freezer Meals Recipes (2024)

Instant Pot Freezer Meals are a complete lifesaver for any busy person! Simply prep by adding all the ingredients into a bag and freezing them, then dumping them into your Instant Pot when you need dinner in a hurry.

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We have been a fan of Instant Pot Freezer Meals for many years!

Back in 2012, we were one of the first bloggers to share “dump and go” freezer meals that you can use in your slow cooker and that post went absolutely viral with millions of people using those recipes over the years.

Related Article: 25 of our Favorite “Dump and Go” Instant Pot Recipes

Since then, we have been adding Instant Pot freezer meals to our list of easy dinners and we are excited to share our top 100 Instant Pot freezer meals with you (and we will continue to add to this list as we publish new ones!).

If you haven’t made freezer meals before, welcome! They are going to change your life!

We also love freezer meals that don’t need an Instant Pot. Some of our most popular freezer meal recipes are:

  • 20 Minute Tuscan Pasta
  • Scrambled Egg Breakfast Muffins
  • Baked Ziti

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How to make Instant Pot Freezer Meals:

The idea is simple: using an easy dump-and-go recipe, dump all the ingredients into a freezer gallon-sized bag and place in the freezer for up to 90 days.

When you are in need of a quick dinner that you can dump into your Instant Pot, pull the prepped meal out of the freezer and dump into your Instant Pot.

Sometimes you might need to defrost your frozen meal in the microwave for a short amount of time so that you can get it out of the bag into the Instant Pot.

If you want to see how to make your own Instant Pot Freezer Meals, be sure to watch this video that shows you exactly how to do it!

And if you want to see us make freezer meals in real time, watch as we prep 15 freezer meals:

Here are the recipes that we prepped as freezer meals in the video above:

  • Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
  • Hawaiian Meatballs
  • Pork Chile Verde
  • BBQ Country Style Ribs
  • Chicken Tacos

To get started, make sure that you have an Instant Pot to cook these in. This one is our favorite:

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These are not necessary, but these Freezer Meal Bag Holders make freezer meal assembly so much easier!

These bag holders are the same ones that we use in the video when we assembled our meals.

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Now let’s jump into the recipes!

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Chicken Instant Pot Freezer Meals:

Have a whole chicken to cook? Check out how to cook a Whole Chicken in your Instant Pot!

If you are looking for more Chicken Instant Pot recipes, check out our 28 of the Best Chicken Instant Pot Recipes.

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Ground Beef and Ground Turkey Instant Pot Freezer Meals:

Note: When using ground beef, ground turkey or ground sausage in freezer meals, you will have to brown the meat before adding it to the freezer bag.

If you want to know how to cook ground beef in the Instant Pot, watch this video now!

If you are looking for more Instant Pot Ground Beef recipes, be sure to check out our 27 Favorite Ground Beef Instant Pot Recipes here!

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Beef Instant Pot Freezer Meal Recipes:

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Pork Instant Pot Freezer Meals:

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Other/Vegetarian Instant Pot Freezer Meals:

We will continue to update and add to this list as we publish more freezer meals!

Be sure to check out more of our freezer meal videos:

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100+ of the BEST Instant Pot Freezer Meals Recipes (2024)

FAQs

How do you cook frozen freezer meals in the Instant Pot? ›

Seal and freeze until solid in the bag (still in the insert), at least 6 hours or overnight. To cook, remove frozen ingredients from the bag, place back into the Instant Pot, and add 1/2 cup water. Cook under HIGH pressure for 10 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes.

How long do homemade freezer meals last? ›

Cold Food Storage Chart
FoodTypeFreezer [0°F (-18°C) or below]
Soups and stewsVegetable or meat added2 to 3 months
LeftoversCooked meat or poultry2 to 6 months
Chicken nuggets or patties1 to 3 months
Pizza1 to 2 months
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What cooks good in an Instant Pot? ›

Whether you're short on time, hungry, or just impatient, these recipes are for you.
  • Instant Pot Chicken Bone Broth. tasty.co. ...
  • Instant Pot Lasagna. ...
  • Instant Pot Mac & Cheese. ...
  • Instant Pot Chicken Biryani. ...
  • Instant Pot Summer Corn and Bacon Soup. ...
  • Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup. ...
  • Instant Pot Pulled Chicken. ...
  • Instant Pot Beef Chili.
Dec 13, 2023

How do you adjust Instant Pot recipes for frozen meat? ›

Do Expect Cook Times to Vary: A frozen piece of meat will not only take longer to cook, but it will also take longer for the Instant Pot to come to pressure. Because of this, be prepared to add a few extra minutes to your overall cook time.

What are three foods that don't freeze well? ›

Foods That Do Not Freeze Well (SP 50-766)
FoodsUsual use
Icings made from egg whitesCakes, cookies
Cream or custard fillingsPies, baked goods
Milk sauces and graviesFor casseroles or gravies
Sour creamAs topping, in salads
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What dinners freeze well? ›

Soups, stews, lasagna, empanadas, and pie dough are some of our favorites to freeze—check out more ideas below.

What food can you meal prep and freeze? ›

Can You Freeze Anything for Meal Prep? The short answer is that pretty much any food can be frozen. The US Department of Agriculture explains that you can freeze almost any food, except eggs in their shell and canned products. However, you may not want to eat every food after it has been frozen.

What food Cannot be frozen? ›

Foods That Do Not Freeze Well
FoodsUsual UseCondition After Thawing
Cheese or crumb toppingsOn casserolesSoggy
Mayonnaise or salad dressingOn sandwiches (not in salads)Separates
GelatinIn salads or dessertsWeeps
Fruit jellySandwichesMay soak bread
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Is 2 year old frozen chicken still good? ›

If kept frozen continuously, it will be safe indefinitely. Chicken may be frozen in its original packaging or repackaged. If freezing longer than two months, over wrap the porous store plastic packages with airtight heavy-duty foil, plastic wrap or freezer paper, or place the package inside a freezer bag.

What is the best meat to freeze? ›

Ground meats are the most robust. They've got high moisture, soft texture, and portion with ease. Stew and Braising Cuts (chuck, shank, shoulder, rounds) and other “low and slow” cuts do great but remember to portion these cuts before freezing, you'll need a hacksaw to cut through a chuck roast until fully thawed.

What cannot be cooked in Instant Pot? ›

6 Things You Should Never Cook in an Instant Pot
  1. Creamy Sauces. If there's one food group you should avoid in the Instant Pot, it's dairy. ...
  2. Fried Chicken. The best fried chicken is crisp on the outside, juicy on the inside and perfectly golden brown. ...
  3. Cookies. ...
  4. Burgers. ...
  5. Pie. ...
  6. Steak.

What is the most popular Instant Pot? ›

In general, the Instant Pot Duo seems to be the most popular, because it offers excellent value — it's the most affordable model but still cooks seven ways and has basic, intuitive controls. The Duo also offers the Duo Crisp model that can also air fry.

Is an Instant Pot better than a crockpot? ›

An Instant Pot is a countertop appliance that slow-cooks—and then some. It is a brand of multicooker, an appliance known for having lots of features, typically including slow cooking, pressure cooking, rice cooking, steaming, searing, fermenting, and more. In sum, multicookers do more than slow cookers.

Can you cook frozen meals from frozen? ›

If the packaging states 'cook from frozen' then it is safe to do so.

How do you cook frozen prepared meals? ›

Another option is to use a stovetop or countertop cooking appliance, such as a hot plate or a slow cooker, which can heat up the meal gradually. Additionally, some frozen dinners can be cooked in a toaster oven or a conventional oven, depending on the instructions on the packaging.

Can I put frozen chicken in my Instant Pot? ›

Meat, like chicken or salmon, can go straight from the freezer into the Instant Pot. The reason? A pressure cooker, like the Instant Pot, quickly brings food to a safe temperature. This is different from a slow cooker, which can allow frozen foods to sit at an unsafe temperature for prolonged periods of time.

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