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14 Frozen Meatball Recipes That Make Quick Work of Dinner

February 13, 2024

Keep a bag in your freezer for those too-busy-to-cook weeknights.

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What to Make with Frozen Meatballs

Frozen meatballs are a fantastic ingredient to have in your freezer. They’re easy to use and packed with protein and flavor. Whether you toss them with a bowl of spaghetti or press them into a meatball sub, pre-cooked meatballs are versatile and easy to heat up quickly. Got a bag you freezer? Put them to good use with these recipes, starting with a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Upgrade your homemade pizza night by stuffing frozen meatballs right into the crust before baking. Store-bought fresh pizza dough makes this dish a breeze so the whole family can get involved! You’ll be racing to finish each slice so that you can dunk the crust in marinara sauce—or just enjoy the blanketed meatballs on their own. This fun twist on pizza is the ultimate food to impress or to spice up any weeknight dinner.

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Crispy Italian Wrap

If you’re looking for a quick lunch or a hearty dinner that can be whipped up in just 20 minutes, this crispy meatball wrap is the perfect dish. Packed with pesto, spinach, cheese and meatballs, this is a meal that’s packed with meat, flavor and veggies in every bite. Sear in a hot pan until golden and crispy on each side, then serve with extra sauce for dipping.

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Meatball Sub Egg Roll

These fun egg rolls are a fantastic snack or appetizer for a party. In this recipe, egg roll wrappers hold the meatballs, cheese and sauce that get deep-fried to golden perfection. Be sure to serve with extra marinara for dipping.

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Thai Green Curry Meatballs with Zoodles

This Thai-inspired dish is fast and full of flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, curry paste simmers with coconut milk to create a spicy and fully-flavored broth. The thawed meatballs heat up in the simmering sauce, which allows the bright flavors of the curry to permeate the meat. Thai bird chiles, basil, cilantro and sesame seeds act as a flavorful garnish.

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