15 Frozen Meatball Recipes That Make Quick Work of Dinner

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.

These bite-size meatballs pack big flavor in a perfectly poppable package. Juicy and tender with a savory glaze, they’re an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears fast at any gathering.

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.

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.

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.

This super simple dish comes together in just 10 minutes — that means it’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a fast and flavorful appetizer. Fresh ginger, hoisin sauce, sesame oil and fresh garlic add deep, complex flavor that strikes a perfect balance between spicy, savory and sweet.

If you like pigs in a blanket, you’ll love these mini meatball parmesans in a blanket. Start with thin-crust pizza dough, then spread a thin layer of tomato sauce and sprinkle with cheese and line up the mini meatballs. Roll the dough to cover the meatballs. Bake until golden brown, then serve warm.

This recipe is full of shortcuts: pesto from a jar, tomato paste from a tube, and frozen meatballs, ravioli and vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a fantastic dinner for a busy weeknight when you need to whip something up on the fly. Garnish with a sprinkle of parmesan and serve with a hunk of crusty bread.

This super-quick soup recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you don’t have a ton of time to cook. Simply add some onions, peppers and spices to a pot and sauté, then stir in canned tomatoes, canned chiles and adobo sauce. Add stick and frozen meatballs and let cook. Serve with a squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of cotija cheese.

These quick and easy meatballs are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Start by quartering the meatballs, then combine with salsa and simmer. Next, warm refried beans and rice. Fold the ingredients into a tortilla, then warm the tortillas in a skillet. Serve warm with chipotle salsa.

These easy sliders are fantastic for a backyard barbecue or cozy game day viewing party. Store-bought dinner rolls make the perfect base for this casserole-style dish. Simply assemble the sliders then bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and golden.

The only thing better than a full-sized meatball sub is a mini meatball sub. These cute appetizers are easy to whip up, and the simple recipe yields 12 subs so it’s the perfect thing to serve a crowd. Be sure to brush each sub with some olive oil and red pepper flakes.

Lasagna is a hearty layered dish that takes a few steps to come together. We love this recipe because it lets us skip a step without skimping on flavor or depth — instead of browning ground meat for meat sauce, swap in frozen, pre-cooked meatballs instead. Jarred pesto adds bright, herbal flavor to the rich and hearty dinner.

This retro-inspired recipe is perfect for a party. Thanks to a few bottled ingredients and a slow cooker, it’s an incredibly hands-off recipe that gets even more flavorful as everything combines together over time. Pickled jalapenos add the perfect amount of heat to this sweet and spicy recipe.