A quick trip to the frozen section at your local grocery store and you’ll find lots of diabetes-friendly frozen meal options!
We live in a fast paced culture, and all need to rely on quick frozen meal options occasionally. And, there’s lots of great diabetes-friendly frozen meals at your local store!
Can people with diabetes eat frozen meals?
Absolutely! People with diabetes can eat lots of different types of frozen meals. Some frozen meal options are marketed specifically to people with diabetes and labeled as diabetes-friendly frozen meals, while others are a bit harder to spot. But, that’s why you’re here!
Convenient frozen foods for people with diabetes
Nearly everyone relies on frozen food at some point or another. And people with diabetes are no different. Convenient blood sugar friendly options for people with all types of diabetes do exist!
What to look for in diabetes friendly frozen meals
When we’re looking at frozen meals and which ones to choose for diabetes, we want to look for as many of the following characteristics as we can:
- ~10g protein or more
- ~5g fiber or more
- Moderate amounts of sodium (<800mg)
- Majority of fat is from plant-based fats
What are the best frozen meals for diabetes?
Are Amy’s frozen dinners healthy? Are Lean Cuisines better? Or what about Stouffer’s? Is that one ok?
I’ve been asked all of these questions and more. So, let’s dive in. I tried to pick at least 4-5 options for each of the categories below. Some have more and some have less. And these are not the only great diabetes-friendly frozen meals available. There’s no way I could cover every great option out there. These are some of my favorites!
*Some of the meals below are great quality options, but the portion provided is quite small. Remember, you’re allowed to be satisfied when you eat. If a portion seems too small or you’re still hungry, it’s ok to eat more food to feel satisfied. Just remember to adjust medication dosages accordingly if needed.*
- Frontera Taco Bowls
- Lean Cuisine Cauli Bowls
- Saffron Road Lemongrass Basil Chicken
- Blake’s Chicken Pot Pie
- Red’s Chicken & Cheddar Burrito
- Mikey’s Pizza Pockets
- Cappello’s Grain Free Pizzas
- Smart Flour Foods Ancient Grains Pizza Crusts
- Urban Pie Pizza Co. Spinach & Roasted Mushrooms Thin Hemp Seed Crust Pizza
- Lean Cuisine Favorites Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Evol Butternut Squash & Sage Ravioli
- Performance Kitchen Stroganoff Pasta with Chicken Meatballs
- Performance Kitchen Crafted Carb Wise Meals
- Amy’s Greek Spanakopita Wrap
- Real Good Foods Artichoke Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken
- Healthy Choice Zero Bowls
- Red’s Organic Chicken, Cilantro & Lime Burrito
- Kashi Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowl
- Amy’s Black Bean Veggie Burgers
- Evol Boost Bowl
- Applegate Chicken Nuggets
- KidFresh Spaghetti Loops with Meat Sauce
- Evol Chicken Bean & Rice Burrito
- Farm Wise Veggie Tots
- Healthy Choice Power Bowls
- Hilary’s Eat Well Veggie Burgers
- Feel Good Foods Vegetable Egg Rolls
- Jimmy Dean Delights Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl
- Soozy’s Grain Free Muffins and Donuts
- Real Good Foods Sausage Breakfast Sandwiches
- Good Food Made Simple Tomatillo Salsa Verde Scramble Breakfast Burrito
- Start Right Waffle Sliders
- Kashi Go Protein Waffles
Best diabetes friendly frozen dinners
- Frontera Taco Bowls
- Lean Cuisine Cauli Bowls
- Saffron Road Lemongrass Basil Chicken
- Blake’s Chicken Pot Pie
- Red’s Chicken & Cheddar Burrito
Best diabetes friendly frozen pizzas
- Mikey’s Pizza Pockets
- Cappello’s Grain Free Pizzas
- Smart Flour Foods Ancient Grains Pizza Crusts
- Urban Pie Pizza Co. Spinach & Roasted Mushrooms Thin Hemp Seed Crust Pizza
Best diabetes friendly frozen meals with pasta
- Lean Cuisine Favorites Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Evol Butternut Squash & Sage Ravioli
- Performance Kitchen Stroganoff Pasta with Chicken Meatballs
Best low carb frozen meals
- Performance Kitchen Crafted Carb Wise Meals
- Amy’s Greek Spanakopita Wrap
- Real Good Foods Artichoke Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken
- Healthy Choice Zero Bowls
- Red’s Organic Chicken, Cilantro & Lime Burrito
Best meatless frozen dinners for diabetes
Best diabetes friendly freezer meals for kids
- Applegate Chicken Nuggets
- KidFresh Spaghetti Loops with Meat Sauce
- Evol Chicken Bean & Rice Burrito
- Farm Wise Veggie Tots
Best healthy frozen lunches for diabetes
Best diabetes friendly frozen breakfast meals
- Jimmy Dean Delights Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl
- Soozy’s Grain Free Muffins and Donuts
- Real Good Foods Sausage Breakfast Sandwiches
- Good Food Made Simple Tomatillo Salsa Verde Scramble Breakfast Burrito
- Start Right Waffle Sliders
- Kashi Go Protein Waffles
Make your own diabetes-friendly frozen meals
If you’re feeling up for a day of freezer cooking, make sure to check out my e-book “Freezer Cooking“… it walks you step by step through a day of meal prepping and sticking your freezer with yummy meals!
9 Responses
I signed up several times for your subscription to get your Costco list but have not received it in my email to date.
Hi Bud, I’m so sorry to hear that, have you tried checking your junk/spam folder? or sometimes it goes to the promotions folder.
I do see Lean Cuisine and Healthy Choice among your selections I don’t see one Smart Ones listed. I thought I was doing good for myself by stocking up on them, some are good others not so good. I look at the sugar content but I see the carbs and protein seam to be more important. I will make a list of some of your selections and try them out. thank you, JP Brannigan
Thank you for this comprehensive list Amy! My father has such a hard time with picking the right foods.
How do I request the Costco list, as they frequent their’s often.
i am going blind online trying to find easy frozen meals for pre diabetes. i’m am considering to go all out for a keto diet. please include me on your list. i think i’ll do better with some guidance. thanks
Hi thanks for the help.
I shop at Safeway
Could I please get your Safeway or Costco list?
Thank you
Bob layton
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Hi Bob! You can find my costco list here: https://www.milkandhoneynutrition.com/healthy-costco-grocery-shopping-list-by-aisle/