10 Best Frozen Dinners for Hectic Evenings

Caulipower Cauliflower Veggie Pizza

No frozen meal list would be complete without pizza, so we wouldn’t dare leave this item off the list. Caulipower’s cauliflower pizzas (say that three times fast, I dare you) are high in protein, have less sugar than traditional frozen pizzas and are gluten-free. Oh, and did we mention that the crust is made out of cauliflower, and no one, especially the kids, will ever know? Best of all, it’s easy to find at most major supermarkets, including PCC, Safeway and QFC. 

Annie Chun’s Potstickers

You know when you walk into Whole Foods you’ll find an assortment of healthy meal options. Head over to the freezer section and grab a bag of chicken and vegetable potstickers. Made with organic chicken, cabbage and onions, these plump bite-size dumplings are perfect dipped in soy sauce or sweet chili sauce and served with a side of rice and steamed veggies.

Brazi Bites Empanadas

Kids love anything bite-size, and adults love anything with flavor, so these empanadas are the perfect combination. Both gluten- and grain-free, they come in four flavors (including my family’s favorite, black bean and cheddar) and they cook in just 20 minutes in a toaster oven. Pick up a bag at PCC, Whole Foods or Safeway. 

Evol Hawaiian-Style Grilled Chicken

I don’t know about your crew, but anything featuring pineapple is automatically a winner at my house. Back that up with tender chicken, edamame, rice and water chestnuts (plus a few bell peppers for color), this preservative- and antibiotic-free dish tastes just as good as it is for you. Available at a variety of grocery stores or online. 

 Editor’s note: This article was originally published several years ago and updated in 2024.