There are a lot of perks to keeping a freezer stocked with frozen meals. They allow you to get dinner on the table in minutes, don’t spoil as quickly as refrigerated prepared meals, and offer a budget-friendly alternative to the drive-thru. Not to mention, if you’re cooking for one, you can enjoy comfort food dishes such as lasagna and butter chicken without preparing a large pan of food.
Recently, we were browsing Walmart’s most popular frozen meals and came across a $3 dinner that has a lot of fans talking. If you love warm, gooey casseroles, then you’ll want to clear some space in the freezer ASAP.
Marie Callender’s Aged Cheddar Cheesy Chicken & Rice Bowl
Walmart shoppers can’t stop raving about Marie Callender’s Aged Cheddar Cheesy Chicken & Rice bowl. The Conagra-owned brand is a freezer aisle staple. It offers a variety of family-sized frozen entrées, such as Vermont Cheddar Mac and Cheese and Sweet and Sour Chicken, plus plenty of side dishes and desserts to round out your meal.
Marie Callender’s Aged Cheddar Cheesy Chicken & Rice Bowl is made with chunks of chicken breast, broccoli florets, and white rice covered in a creamy aged Cheddar cheese sauce. The 12-ounce bowls serve one and can be warmed in the microwave in under six minutes. Each has 18 grams of protein and contains no artificial colors or preservatives.
On Reddit, one user posted a photo of the budget-friendly find and said it was “one of the best” of its kind. “Appreciated the amount of both chicken and broccoli in the dish, along with the fact that the rice maintained its texture. Will absolutely be purchasing this again!” the person wrote.
Many others chimed in to share their thoughts on the meal. “I will always say yes to this one!” exclaimed one user. “One of my favorites,” added another.
On Walmart’s website, the meal has amassed over 4,000 five-star ratings, with reviewers citing its convenience, price, and flavor as reasons why they love it. “This product was excellent! There were plenty of chicken chunks in cheesy rice and veggies! I melted a little more cheese on the top and had a good meal!” said one fan. “Perfect meal all around. Personally, I like to throw in a lil Louisiana hot sauce,” said one more.
You can find Marie Callender’s Aged Cheddar Cheesy Chicken & Rice Bowl at major retailers nationwide, including Walmart and Kroger. Want to stock up? You can also snag a pack of six at Sam’s Club for just $12. And if you love the flavor but want a more traditional casserole, you’ll be pleased to know this meal is also available in a shareable, oven-friendly container that serves four.
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