Manufacturer category
Frozen Dinners and Entrees
USDA's branded food database lists 4,995 frozen dinners and entrees products; the median has 133 calories, 1.9 g of sugars, 6.5 g of protein and 296 mg of sodium per 100 g.
Products as manufacturers categorize them when they submit to USDA.
How frozen dinners and entrees products are spread
Half of all frozen dinners and entrees products have between 1.2 g and 3.0 g of sugars per 100 g
| Per 100 g | Lowest quarter up to | Median | Highest quarter from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 109 | 133 | 174 |
| Sugars | 1.2 g | 1.9 g | 3.0 g |
| Protein | 5.0 g | 6.5 g | 8.2 g |
| Sodium | 231 mg | 296 mg | 381 mg |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 1.2 g | 1.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 1.6 g | 2.9 g |
Source: USDA FoodData Central branded foods, April 30, 2026 release; quartiles computed by GetFoodFacts.
How many are at or under FDA's claim lines, per labeled serving
| FDA threshold (per labeled serving) | Products | Share |
|---|---|---|
| "Low calorie": 40 calories or less per serving* | 1,730 of 4,995 | 35% |
| "High in fiber": 5.6 g or more per serving | 674 of 4,984 | 14% |
| "High in protein": 10 g or more per serving | 3,825 of 4,982 | 77% |
| "Low sodium": 140 mg or less per serving* | 256 of 4,992 | 5% |
| "Sugar free": less than 0.5 g per serving | 223 of 4,988 | 4% |
Source: 21 CFR 101.54, 101.60 and 101.61 (ecfr.gov). * Also per 50 g when a serving is 30 g or less; a product in a meal or entree category with a serving of 6 oz or more stands in for FDA's meal and main-dish products and is tested per 100 g: 140 mg of sodium, 120 calories (101.61(b)(5), 101.60(b)(3)). Counted per labeled serving, which since 2016 follows FDA's reference amounts for most products; the counts are not findings that any label complies; the protein line is before FDA's protein-quality correction (fda.gov).
Brands with the most frozen dinners and entrees products
| Brand | Products |
|---|---|
| Stouffer's | 188 |
| Amy's | 146 |
| Michelina's | 131 |
| Great Value | 125 |
| Lean Cuisine | 118 |
| Signature Select | 106 |
| Birds Eye | 92 |
| Healthy Choice | 87 |
Aisles this category feeds
Every frozen dinners and entrees product, A to Z
- Sausage & Cheese OmeletsEgg-land's Best · 207 calories per 100 g
- Sausage, Egg & Cheese Casserole BitesJimmy Dean · 226 calories per 100 g
- "mild Bean and Beef Bean and Beef with Cheese and Mild Roasted Green Chile BurritoMauro's Kitchens · 184 calories per 100 g
- "our Best" Breaded Veal & Beef Patties, 4 Oz, 4 Count"our Best" · 292 calories per 100 g
- "world's Best" Mac & CheeseBeecher's · 213 calories per 100 g
- 100% All Natural Porcini Mushroom ChickenGrainful · 99 calories per 100 g
- 100% Plant Protein Chik'n Plant-based NuggetsMorningstar Farms · 209 calories per 100 g
- 2 Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Stuffed ChickenReal Good · 225 calories per 100 g
- 2 Cheese ManicottiWeis · 185 calories per 100 g
- 3 Cheese & Kale Bake BowlsAmy's · 195 calories per 100 g
- 3 Cheese & Kale Bake Rice Fusilli Pasta, Kale, Tossed with a 3 Cheese Sauce Topped with Breadcrumbs & ParmesanGreat Value · 166 calories per 100 g
- 3 Cheese Light & Lean Penne MarinaraAmy's · 115 calories per 100 g
- 3 Layer Chicken Enchilada Protein BowlsCedarlane · 106 calories per 100 g
- 3-bean & Cheddar Cheese Burrito, 3-bean & Cheddar CheeseArtisan Bistro · 200 calories per 100 g
- 3-cheese Mac Gluten Free Oat Noodles + Smoked Gouda + Vermont White Cheddar + Mild Cheddar Cheese, 3-cheese MacGrainful · 167 calories per 100 g
- 365 Everyday Value, Beef Lasagna365 Everyday Value · 178 calories per 100 g
- 365 Everyday Value, Cheese Enchiladas365 Everyday Value · 161 calories per 100 g
- 365 Everyday Value, Organic Vegan Lasagna365 Everyday Value · 155 calories per 100 g
- 365 Everyday Value, Organic Vegetable Lasagna365 Everyday Value · 158 calories per 100 g
- 4 Cheese Lasagna RollsCelentano · 159 calories per 100 g
- 4 Cheese Ravioli PastaRosina · 192 calories per 100 g
- 4 Cheeses Southern Style Cheese & MacUncle Jerry's Cheese & Macaroni · 381 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese & Spinach Made with Ricotta, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Asiago and Romano Cheeses and Spinach in a Delicious Seasoned Tomato Sauce LasagnaBig Y · 137 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese Durum Flour Dough with Ricotta, Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, Asiago & Parmesan Cheeses in a Delicious Marinara Sauce LasagnaBig Y · 145 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese Flatbread Unsmoked Provolone Cheese, Gouda Cheese, Fontina Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Parmesan Cheese & White Cream Sauce On a Flatbread CrustWhole Foods Market · 305 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese Lasagna Seasoned Tomato Sauce with Cottage Cheese Layered with Lasagna Noodles, Ricotta, Parmesan and Romano Cheeses and Topped with Mozzarella Cheese Family-size Entree@ease · 106 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese RavioliPapa Pasquale Ravioli Co., Inc. · 142 calories per 100 g
- 5-cheese Tender Pipette Rigate Pasta with a Crispy Panko Bread Crumb Topping Mac & Cheese, 5-cheeseGreat Value · 180 calories per 100 g
- 6 Beef EnchiladasThe Authentic New Mexican · 176 calories per 100 g
- A Rich Blend of Ricotta, Mozzarella, Asiago, Parmesan, and Romano Cheeses, with a Chunky Tomato Sauce, Five Cheese LasagnaSignature Select · 128 calories per 100 g
- A Select Blend of Linguine Pasta, Broccoli, Red Bell Peppers, Mushrooms and a Creamy Alfredo Sauce with ShrimpGourmet Dining · 108 calories per 100 g
- A Select Blend of Rotini Pasta, Broccoli, Carrots and a Creamy Garlic Sauce with Shrimp, Shrimp ScampiGourmet Dining · 98 calories per 100 g
- A Select Blend of Rotini Pasta, Broccoli, Carrots and a Creamy Garlic Sauce with White Chicken MeatGourmet Dining · 100 calories per 100 g
- A Select Blend of White Rice, Sugar Snap Peas, Carrots, Onions, Egg and a Gourmet Teriyaki Sauce with Shrimp, Shrimp Fried RiceGourmet Dining · 103 calories per 100 g
- A Stew of Young Jackfruit, Carrot, Peas, Potato & Tomato Over a Grain Medley CarnitasPlant Made · 99 calories per 100 g
- Adobo Chicken Pulled Chicken Breast with Pinto Beans & Vegetables, Roasted Pepitas and Guajillo Chili Sauce Rolled in a Flour Tortilla WrapHealthy Choice · 194 calories per 100 g
- Adobo Chicken Pulled Chicken Breast with Vegetables Served On Top of Brown & Red Rice, Red Quinoa and Black Barley with a Guajillo Chili Sauce Topped with Roasted Pepitas Power BowlsHealthy Choice · 120 calories per 100 g
- Adobo Chicken with Rice BowlOpen Nature · 119 calories per 100 g
- Adobo Salmon with Black Beans & RiceStarboard · 149 calories per 100 g
- Aged Asiago Freshly Made Hand-layered Pasta with Asiago, Creamy Ricotta & Mozzarella Cheese & a Hearty Tomato Meat Sauce LasagnaStouffer's · 124 calories per 100 g
- Ajinomoto, Bbq Seasoned Beef with Vegetable On Sticky RiceAjinomoto · 203 calories per 100 g
- Ajinomoto, Gyu Don Tender Beef with Onions Sticky RiceAjinomoto · 212 calories per 100 g
- Al Pastor Slices Flame Broiled PorkOpaa! · 190 calories per 100 g
- Alaskan Salmon CakeArtisan Bistro · 130 calories per 100 g
- Alaskan Salmon, Miso GlazedArtisan Bistro · 85 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Chicken White Meat Chicken with Pasta in An Alfredo Cheese Sauce with Broccoli, Carrots and PeasBirds Eye · 105 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Chicken White Meat Chicken, Zucchini-lentil Penne, Broccoli, Carrots & Peas in SauceBirds Eye · 108 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Fettuccine & Grilled Chicken PastaBuona · 194 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Green Chile ShrimpWild Side · 144 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Penne & Vegetables Penne with Peas, Red Bell Peppers, and Corn in An Alfredo SauceBirds Eye · 118 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Shrimp SauteAqua Star · 106 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Wild Caught ShrimpFreshie · 201 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo with Bacon & Sausage Lasagna Layered with Mozzarella & Ricotta Cheeses, Applewood Smoked Bacon and Italian Sausage in a Rich & Creamy Alfredo SauceDevour · 186 calories per 100 g
- All American Chicken Breast Nuggets Breaded White Meat Chicken Patties, Corn, Pasta & Cheese Sauce, Chocolate Chip CookiesKid Cuisine · 172 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Cauliflower & Pea CurryPath of Life · 77 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Chicken Noodles CaserollsBlake's · 141 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Entrees, Tomato Basil PenneHealthy Choice · 99 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Italian Sausage LasagnaSimek's · 135 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Meat & Sauce LasagnaSimek's · 135 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Vegetable LasagnaSimek's · 144 calories per 100 g
Source: USDA FoodData Central branded foods, April 30, 2026 release.
Sources for this page
- USDA FoodData Central
- the food and product records, April 30, 2026 release. fdc.nal.usda.gov
- FoodData Central documentation
- what each data type is and how branded records are submitted. fdc.nal.usda.gov
- 21 CFR 101.9, Nutrition labeling of food
- the label format, rounding and Daily Values. ecfr.gov
- 21 CFR 101 subpart D, Nutrient content claims
- the thresholds for "low sodium", "sugar free", "high in". ecfr.gov
- FDA, How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label
- the 5% and 20% Daily Value rule. fda.gov