7 Best Marie Callender’s Meals, Ranked by Shoppers
When I was a kid, I ate at Marie Callender’s with my mom. She loved the pot pies and especially the fruit pies. Now, very few of the restaurants exist. Luckily, many of the popular dishes are available frozen, in the freezer section of your local grocery store. What are the best Marie Callender’s meals to buy? Here are the 7 best Marie Callender’s meals, ranked by shoppers.
Chicken Pot Pie
Marie Callender’s Chicken Pot Pie is one of the trademark items. “The large ones. LOL,” one Redditor says. “These are the only pre-made frozen food that I buy, aside from pizza. So homey,” another adds.
Beef Pot Pie
Marie Callender’s Beef Pot Pie is another favorite, made with chunky beef and thick gravy. “I was pleasantly surprised by how good this was and will definitely get it again,” one Redditor says. It has a “beautiful golden brown crust,” even when microwaved, and “phenomenal gravy,” that is “deep, rich, complex,” and a “hearty and thick” filling in a delicious crust. “Buttery, crispy, and substantial. You could tap the spoon on top and hear that satisfying muffled thump. And when you break through the crust it really cracks and crunches nicely. A true moment of excitement.”
Slow-Roasted Beef Pot Roast
Marie Callender’s Beef Pot Roast Dinner is the ultimate comfort-food meal, with chunks of beef, potatoes, and vegetables topped with rich gravy. “I’m pretty picky about frozen dinners, especially those with meat in them. I thought I’d give these a shot for an easy dinner for when I’m super tired after work since they’re super cheap and wow! I love the way it tastes! The beef tastes and feels like real beef and the veggies are great as well,” one writes. “Tastes almost like homemade pot roast. It was absolutely delicious!! The meat was pretty good size pieces and very tender and tasty! The texture was great, the potatoes were fork tender, not mushy. Carrots and celery were good too! The gravy was good too,” another adds.
Cheesy Chicken and Bacon
The Cheesy Chicken and Bacon meal features a breaded chicken patty with roasted potatoes and a white cheddar sauce topped with bacon and vegetables. Fans praise the chicken’s texture. “Cheese, bacon, and chicken is always a winning combination,” writes one. “This smacks when cooked in the oven,” another adds. “It was really good microwaved; that was my only option. I enjoyed it thoroughly,” another said.
Country Fried Chicken & Gravy
Marie Callender’s Country Fried Chicken & Gravy is another hit. “Tastes Homemade,” writes a shopper. “Super good! If I plated this, it would look like it was homemade and also tastes homemade! Cooks quickly and tastes fresh! Also affordable and easy to find to purchase!” Another adds it is “Yummy” in a five-star review. “I love this dinner. I eat 2 to 3 a week. It has a very good close to home taste.”
Italiano Meat Lasagna
Marie Callender’s Italiano Lasagna features pasta layered with meat sauce, marinara, and a blend of ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and romano cheeses. “BEST LASAGNA FOR THE MONEY,” says a reviewer. “I have made my own lasagna and I have tried a few of the frozen lasagna meals available at the grocery store This Lasagna in my opinion is the best for taste and quantity. I love the balance of meat and sauce with the Ricotta cheese. It is an excellent value for the money and it is very satisfying.”
Turkey and Stuffing Dinner
Marie Callender’s Roasted Turkey Breast & Stuffing is another popular frozen comfort food meal from the brand, with tender turkey breast, creamy mashed potatoes, homestyle stuffing, and vegetables in a savory gravy. “The turkey is quality medallions of real meat, not the thinly sliced processed stuff like in other frozen meals. The stuffing is nicely seasoned. The potatoes are a bit thin, but still edible with a fork. Highly recommend for a quick, tasty and hearty dish,” one customer said.