Your Frozen Chicken Nuggets Just Got A Serious Upgrade
If you're a '90s kid, the idea of frozen meals likely conjures up fond memories of after-school snacks, fun dinner trays filled with nuggets, and more. It may also remind you of some ~kinda~ funky ingredients labels. The good news is that frozen meals have come a seriously long way in terms of health and ease. In fact, there are some seriously popular frozen meal delivery services that nutritionists and happy, satiated people (including some of our editors!) love.
They're convenient, oftentimes ready to pop in the microwave, and sometimes even pretty affordable. The best part is that many of these don't require a subscription, either—a bonus because these can be kept in the freezer for way longer than some fresh food can stay in the fridge.
See below for nine of the best frozen meal delivery services, per reviewers.
Daily Harvest
All of Daily Harvest's food is vegan and gluten-free. The brand is all about ingredient transparency (they clearly list their ingredients in bold and all caps on the side of each package). They also pack as many fruits and vegetables into your meals as possible (check out our senior commerce editor's full review here). Nutritionists love their smoothies, bowls, ice cream, lattes, flatbreads, and more. Another plus: Prices range from just $6–12 per item.
Rave Review: "My fiancé and I are so excited to continue to add Daily Harvest in our daily habits so we can continue our health journey. We can't wait to look and feel AMAZING on our wedding day next year!!! ?? ?? "
splendidspoon.com
Shipping pre-made vegan and gluten-free meals straight to your door, Splendid Spoon is all about providing nutrition without sacrificing hearty dishes. On the menu, you'll find things like cauliflower tikka, creamy mushroom noodles, and (vegan) chik'n parm. Besides being plant-based, they offer a range of options for dietary restrictions surrounding low-sodium, soy-free, high-protein, or even spice-intolerant diets.
Rave Review: "I love Splendid Spoon meals. Smoothies are low in sugar and have no added ingredients. I don't make any poor choices when I'm hungry anymore because the good stuff is within reach. This is a game-changer for me. "
Straight from your favorite podcast ads (sorry, had to), Blue Apron offers heat-and-eat microwave meals for those days on which you can't be bothered to turn on a stove or just want a night off from cooking. Each dish was crafted to keep you full and satiated with a curated blend of protein, carbs, and fats. Not ideal for people with dietary restrictions, it's a great choice for anyone who loves their chicken.
Rave Review: "Yummmm! SO happy I have Blue Apron to get me and keep me on the path to much-improved eating habits!"
mosaicfoods.com
Frozen meals make great rainy day dishes—they're a great option to pop out of your refrigerator when coming home after a long vaca, or just at the end of a long day. Because Mosaic's chef-crafted meals come in boxes that don't require a subscription, you can easily order a box to keep in the freezer and then simply restock whenever you need to.
Rave Review: "My family and I love Mosaic Foods! I had been looking for convenient, healthy food options and it was a challenge! We've also sent these to friends and family going through periods of life transitions (like having new babies)!"
Serve any of BistroMD's meals to a loved one, and they'll have a hard time believing it came out of a freezer. Once you sign up for the service, you'll be assigned a nutritionist who will guide you through whatever your food goals may be—whether you are diabetic, looking to lose weight, gain weight, trying to eat more heart-healthy foods, etcetera. It's not all clinical, though: You'll soon be feasting on meals like a cheeseburger meatloaf with yuca fries, cheddar casserole, pork tenderloin, and hickory-smoked BBQ pork.
Rave Review: "I am on the keto program. I am so impressed with the meal selection, packaging, and taste of 90 percent of the meals. The serving portions looked small but surprisingly have been incredibly filling. I have not had any cravings for my usual fast foods and cannot wait till I weigh myself again in about six weeks to see the results. Thank you for such an easy program that has really helped."
veestro.com
It can be hard to follow a vegan lifestyle, because it tends to be laborious. Unless you're a professional, you'll seriously appreciate that the chefs at Veestro do all the plant-based cooking for you. Yes, the aisles of Whole Foods may be lined with tons of frozen vegan meals, but these are specifically prepared with a different organic menu every single week, so you'll never find yourself getting bored. People love that their subscription is super easy to pause or cancel.
Rave Review: "Veestro has amazing food at a great price! Meals are perfectly balanced and the flavors are on-point!! I absolutely love the variety. Cooking in the oven is quick, easy, and makes the textures and tastes dynamic!"
factor75.com
Factor's nutritionist-led plans are, for obvious reasons, a fan favorite amongst nutrition experts. Though the meals are technically meant to be refrigerated, they can easily be popped in the freezer—yup, even the smoothies. Once you sign up for the program, you get regular consultations with a dietitian who will guide you through whatever your food goals may be. Since they're not instructed to be frozen, you can easily keep some items you plan on eating in the short-term in your fridge for even faster grab-and-go meals.
Rave Review: "Factor has made our life easier. On those days we just do not have the time to prepare and cook a proper meal, it's a Factor night."
Designed specifically for seniors, Mom's Meals offers tailored meals to people with certain conditions like diabetes, kidney problems, and heart disease. They even offer puréed meals. The weekly-rotating menu is beloved, but the best part is their customer service—they guarantee delivery to any zip code in the United States, even if it means they need to use a third-party delivery service. Many people love using it for their family members.
Rave Review: "Fantastic service. The food is fresh and my mom loves the breakfasts. The customer service was very professional and helpful. It was a great service for my mom right after coming out of the hospital when she was in need of easy-to-prepare and healthy meals. I wish I could order the granola for myself..."
ICYMI, Schwan's was kinda one of the brands to start the whole frozen food craze, and they've evolved quite a bit over the past 70 (yes, you read the correctly) years. Score everything from hearty snacks like cheesy breadsticks and ice cream sandwiches to meatloaf and lasagna—no subscription required.
Your Frozen Chicken Nuggets Just Got A Serious Upgrade
If you're a '90s kid, the idea of frozen meals likely conjures up fond memories of after-school snacks, fun dinner trays filled with nuggets, and more. It may also remind you of some ~kinda~ funky ingredients labels. The good news is that frozen meals have come a seriously long way in terms of health and ease. In fact, there are some seriously popular frozen meal delivery services that nutritionists and happy, satiated people (including some of our editors!) love.
They're convenient, oftentimes ready to pop in the microwave, and sometimes even pretty affordable. The best part is that many of these don't require a subscription, either—a bonus because these can be kept in the freezer for way longer than some fresh food can stay in the fridge.
See below for nine of the best frozen meal delivery services, per reviewers.
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The best frozen meal delivery services in 2023, per reviewers, include prepared, no-subscription, and healthy food options that are easy—and inexpensive.
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