One common question we’ve seen in the community is whether there are Paleo frozen dinners available at local grocery store chains. In this case we are attempting to look at the options available for Paleo meals at Kroger.
There are no Paleo frozen dinners at Kroger that would satisfy someone strictly following the Paleo diet, however, there are several quasi-paleo frozen dinners available at Kroger from companies such as Frontera, Simple Truth, and Evol.
In this article we go through the options we found at Kroger that may work for those who are not following a very strict version of the Paleo diet. We’ll also go through some other alternatives at Kroger that might work for you even if you are following a strict Paleo or Autoimmune Paleo diet.
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Kroger and Paleo Foods
How many times have you wandered the aisles of Kroger looking for foods that fit your Paleo lifestyle?
If you’re new to the Paleo diet, or even if you’ve been following a Paleo diet for a while now, you might be curious to see whether there are any Paleo frozen meals available at Kroger. Wouldn’t it be easier if there was a more concrete answer to that question, instead of having to visit your nearest one to find out?
Well, we’ve decided to answer that question for you. Whilst conducting our research, we found that unfortunately Kroger doesn’t currently have a Paleo frozen dinner line, but they do have ‘quasi-Paleo’ (that is, most but not all of the ingredients are allowed on a Paleo diet) frozen dinners that are useful to have on hand.
We’ve also compiled a list of other strict Paleo products on offer at Kroger that you can find in the pantry sections in stores or online. These aren’t necessarily useful for late-night dinners or last-minute lunches, but they are certainly handy to have in the cupboard for any time!
Quasi – Paleo Frozen Dinners at Kroger
We’ve listed the best ‘quasi-Paleo’ frozen dinners available for you to buy at Kroger today, to make it easier to navigate the aisles when you’re eager for an affordable but healthy food option. To make things easier, we’ve highlighted non-Paleo ingredients in bold, so that you can choose the quasi-Paleo meals that suit your needs.
Frontera Medium Chicken Fajita Skillet – Fire Roasted Peppers (Poblano, Yellow Bell, Red Bell), Seasoned Grilled Chicken Breast (Chicken Breast, Water, Contains Less Than 2% of: Sugar, Olive Oil, Isolated Soy Protein, Salt, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Potato Starch, Black Pepper), Chipotle Fajita Sauce (Water, Soy Sauce [Water, Soybeans, Salt, Sugar, Corn Starch], Balsamic Vinegar [Wine Vinegar, Concentrated Grape Mist], Apple Juice Concentrate, Corn Starch, Cane Sugar, Worcestershire, Sauce [Water, Distilled Vinegar, Corn Syrup, Salt, Garlic Powder, Spices, Tamarind, Natural Flavor], Distilled Vinegar, Onions, Salt, Garlic Expeller Pressed Canola Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Chipotle Chile, Tomato Paste, Cumin, Chicken Broth, Molasses, Black Pepper, Thyme, Chicken Fat), Fire Roasted Tomatoes, Red Onions
Simple Truth Grilled Chicken & Vegetables Stir Fry – carrots, yellow carrots, grilled seasoned chicken (chicken, water, less than 2% of rice starch, salt, cane sugar, garlic powder, onion powder), sugar snap peas, onion, zucchini, red bell peppers, tamari soy sauce (water, soybeans, salt, sugar), water, canola oil, light brown sugar, garlic, natural wok flavor (sunflower oil, natural flavor), corn starch, sesame seeds, black pepper.
Simple Truth Thai Style Green Curry – Curry Base (Coconut Cream [Coconut Creams, Xanthan Gum], Water, Curry Base [Vegetables {Chili Peppers, Chili Pepper Juice, Shallot, Lemongrass, Ginger, Garlic, Galangal}, Salt, Shrimp Paste, Lime Peel and Leaves, Cane Sugar, Maltodextrin, Canola Oil, Natural Flavors, Spices, Turmeric], Agave Nectar, Lime Juice Concentrate), Chicken (Chicken White Meat, Water, Rice Starch, Salt), Coconut Cream, Eggplant, White Rice (Water, White Rice), Baby Corn (Young Corn, Water, Salt), Red Bell Peppers, Bamboo Shoots, Green Beans, Basil, Garlic, Ginger Puree (Ginger, Citric Acid
Healthy Choice Power Bowl Spicy Beef Teriyaki and Riced Cauliflower – Cauliflower, Sauce (Chicken Broth, Honey, Tamari Soy Sauce [Water, Soybeans, Salt, Sugar], Pineapple Juice Concentrate, Ginger Puree, Tapioca Starch, Chili Paste [Red Chili Peppers, Distilled Vinegar, Garlic, Salt], Garlic Puree, Contains 2% or Less of: Sesame Seed Oil, Balsamic Vinegar [Wine Vinegar, Concentrated Grape Must], Molasses), Seasoned Braised Beef (Beef, Water, Brown Sugar, Sea Salt, Seasoning [Onion, Garlic, Spices], Flavorings, Olive Oil, Sunflower Lecithin), Carrots, Broccoli, Red Bell Peppers, Chard, Kale, Spinach, Scallions
Healthy Choice Spicy Black Bean & Chicken Power Bowl – Seasoned Cooked Chicken (Chicken Breast, Water, Olive Oil, Brown Sugar, Sea Salt, Natural Flavorings), Cauliflower, Sauce (Chicken Broth, Tomato Paste, Apple Cider Vinegar, Honey, Ancho Chile, Guajillo Chile, Tapioca Starch, Serrano Pepper Puree, Olive Oil, Salt, Cumin, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Oregano), Cooked Black Beans, Red Bell Peppers, Jalapeno Peppers, Onions, Chard, Kale, Cotija Cheese (Cultured Part-skim Milk, Salt, Enzymes), Spinach, Salt
Healthy Choice Chicken Marinara Power Bowl – Seasoned Cooked Chicken (Chicken Breast, Water, Olive Oil, Brown Sugar, Sea Salt, Natural Flavorings), Cauliflower, Sauce (Tomatoes, Water, Tomato Puree, Olive Oil, Tomato Paste, Onions, Tapioca Starch, Contains 2% or Less of: Garlic, Salt, Organic Agave Syrup, Oregano, Basil, Parsley, Black Pepper), Broccoli, Red Bell Peppers, Chard, Kale, Spinach, Parmesan Cheese (Part Skim Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes)
Healthy Choice Cafe Steamers Beef Merlot – Sauce (Water, Onions, Merlot Wine, Modified Corn Starch, Beef Base [Cooked Beef, Yeast Extract, Maltodextrin, Caramelized Sugar Syrup, Beef Tallow, Beef Extract, Vegetable Juice Concentrate {Onion, Carrot, Celery}, Salt, Sugar, Corn Starch, Lactic Acid, Flavoring]. Contains 2% of Less of: Burgundy Wine, Salt, Garlic, Canola Oil, Butter [Cream, Salt], Thyme, Black Pepper.), Seasoned Cooked Beef and Binder Product (Beef, Water. Contains 2% or Less of: Caramel Color, Dextrose, Seasoning [Natural Flavor, Salt, Maltodextrin, Dried Whey, Dried Cauliflower, Sesame Oil], Modified Corn Starch, Potassium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Spice Extractives.), Potatoes (Red Potatoes, Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate), Green Beans, Carrots.
Healthy Choice Cafe Steamers Honey Glazed Turkey & Potatoes – Sauce (Water, Sugar, Onions, Brown Sugar, Chicken Flavor [Chicken Broth, Salt, Chicken Fat], Modified Corn Starch, Contains 2% or Less of: Apple Cider Vinegar, Honey, Potassium Chloride, Sea Salt, Black Pepper, Xanthan Gum), Green Beans, Russet Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Cooked Turkey (Turkey Breast, Water, Contains 2% or Less of: Isolated Soy Protein Product [Isolated Soy Protein, Modified Potato Starch, Corn Starch, Carrageenan, Soy Lecithin], Olive Oil, Chicken Flavor [Maltodextrin, Chicken Broth, Salt, Flavors], Dextrose, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Potassium and Sodium Phosphates, Flavoring, Soy Lecithin), Apple Juice Infused Dried Cranberries (Cranberries, Apple Juice Concentrate, Sunflower Oil)
Lean Cuisine Bowls Roasted Turkey & Vegetables Frozen Entree – Sweet Potatoes, Glazed Turkey Tenderloins (Cooked Turkey Tenderloins, Water, Modified Cornstarch, Seasoning [Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Maltodextrin, Salt, Turkey Flavor, Turkey Stock, Flavor, Gum Arabic], Carrageenan, Canola Oil, Sodium Phosphate, Natural Flavoring, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Paprika), Green Beans, Water, Sweetened Dried Cranberries (Cranberries, Sugar), Chicken Broth, 2% or Less of Olive Oil, Orange Juice Concentrate, Modified Cornstarch, Dark Balsamic Vinegar, Salt, Orange Blend (Orange Peel, Sugar, Orange Oil), Spice
Evol. Fire Grilled Steak Bowl – Cooked Organic Black Beans, Cooked White Rice, Bell Peppers, Grilled Beef (Beef, Water, Potato Starch, Sea Salt, Natural Flavoring, Spice), Cilantro, Corn, Cheddar Cheese (Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Canola Oil, Lime Juice from Concentrate (Water, Lime Juice Concentrate, Lime Oil), Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Garlic, Spices
Other Useful Paleo Products at Kroger
- Bare Bones Bone Broth Paleo Organic Chicken Classic (also Beef, Turkey and Chicken Rosemary & Lemon flavors)
- Paleo Krunch Dark Chocolate Espresso Bar
- Birch Benders Paleo Pancake & Waffle Mix
- WrawP Organic Veggies Wraps
- Julian Bakery Double Chocolate Paleo Protein Grass-Fed Beef Protein Powder
- Julian Bakery Paleo Glazed Donut Flavored Egg White Protein Bar
National Companies Offering Paleo Dinners to your Home
If you have more strict Paleo needs for your daily meals, don’t worry, because we’ve got you covered with national companies that offer Paleo meals straight to your front door. This is great news for those who need to follow a Paleo diet for medical reasons, such as to avoid autoimmune flare-ups or allergic reactions.
These are a few of our favorite Paleo meal delivery companies who have been particularly helpful and active throughout the Covid-19 situation, to ensure that you can eat healthily without risking going out to the grocery store.
Paleo on the Go
Paleo on the Go are a popular Paleo meal delivery service who serve the entire US (including Hawaii and Alaska!), with orders fulfilled in 3 days or less. Paleo on the Go specialise in chef-created Paleo and AIP meals that can be reheated and enjoyed easily.
They are a favorite of ours because their line fits perfectly for those who have more strict Paleo needs, whilst still being delicious to eat. This company has strong ties with local farms and produce suppliers, meaning that all of their ingredients are high-quality and nutrient-dense, giving you peace of mind to concentrate on other things. For example, their meat is completely antibiotic- and hormone-free, with cows being pastured and grass-fed. This is great for you the consumer, and great for the cattle and the environment.
Paleo on the Go allows you to purchase their meals individually or in the form of bundles. If you buy meals separately, you can expect to pay between $16.50 – $19.75 per meal, with soups and broths being priced lower. If you opt for one of the meal bundles, you’ll get 10 meals, 1 broth, 1 dessert and 1 soup for $225, which averages out at $17.30 per item.
https://www.mypaleos.com/link/paleoonthegolinkTo find out more about Paleo on the Go and their current seasonal menu, head to: https://paleoonthego.com/
Note: Paleo on the Go is offering a 10% discount for our readers, use code “MYPALEOS” at checkout for 10% off your entire order – one time use.
Here is a video of me unboxing my latest Paleo on the Go order:
Balanced Bites
Balanced Bites is another Paleo meal delivery service that has grown exponentially over the last couple of years; not only because its owner is the one and only Paleo queen Diane Sanfilippo, but because the quality of their food is exceptional.
Balanced Bites offers completely Paleo meal bundles as well as Keto meal bundles for those looking for less carbohydrate-centric entrees. Their meals rotate on a seasonal basis in order to maximise use of locally-grown produce and to keep things interesting for their customers.
These meals are delivered fresh in vacuum-sealed, eco-conscious packaging, so you can choose to keep them in the fridge or freezer depending on your needs. At the time of writing, Balanced Bites bundles cost $169.90, for which you’ll receive 10 meals ($16.99 per meal). Alternatively, you can sign up to their subscription service to get boxes weekly, fortnightly, every 3 weeks or monthly. Although there is no financial discount for signing up to the subscription, you’ll earn Bites Bucks which can be redeemed for money off future qualifying orders.
Check out https://meals.balancedbites.com/ to take a look at Balanced Bites’ latest meals and prices.
Pete’s Paleo
Pete’s Paleo ship fresh, seasonal Paleo meals to straight to your doorstep, regardless of where you’re based in the United States. Their goal is to make your life as easy as possible whilst still eating food that supports your aims, be that improving overall health markers or weight management.
Not only do Pete’s Paleo provide 100% Paleo meals to the American public, but they also have Keto, AIP and FODMAP-friendly meals too, which rotate on a weekly basis to ensure that your palate is always being refreshed with new flavors. Because this company is passionate about using seasonal foods, you’ll notice that they also source all of their ingredients from local farmers, so you’ll be supporting small businesses with every purchase.
Although Pete’s Paleo will only send out fresh meals, they state on their FAQ’s page that their meals can then be put into the freezer for storage up to 6 months, which is really helpful for those who don’t need a regular delivery. As well as this, if you’d prefer not to sign up for a subscription service, you can order ‘When Ya Need Us’, for the same price (which ranges from $14.84 – $16.10 depending on how many meals you order).
To check out what Pete’s Paleo have in stock, head to https://www.petespaleo.com/
Final Thoughts
We’d just like to thank you for reading today’s article, and we hope that it has been informative and helpful for you on your Paleo journey. Although Kroger don’t have many frozen dinners on offer at this time, it’s good to see that they do have some Paleo products on the shelves. Our hope is that this is just the start of many Paleo products popping up in your local Kroger store, and that we’ll soon be able to update this article with many more options.
In the meantime however, it might be better to try some of the many national Paleo meal delivery services that offer frozen and fresh dinners straight to your door. And if you’re eager to support local businesses, why not check out our articles listing local Paleo meal delivery services? Simply search for your nearest city in our navigational toolbar to find out if there are any articles listing Paleo meal delivery services in your area.
