{"id":8964,"date":"2026-02-24T14:01:26","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T20:01:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/griffithfoods.com\/na\/?post_type=product&p=8964"},"modified":"2026-03-06T14:05:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T20:05:14","slug":"food-forward-frozen-chilled-prepared-meals","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/griffithfoods.com\/na\/product\/food-forward-frozen-chilled-prepared-meals\/","title":{"rendered":"Food Forward: Frozen\/Chilled Prepared Meals"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Food Forward is Griffith Foods\u2019 proactive campaign that focuses on sharing timely, relevant, and inspiring topics that bring value to our customers and consumers.<\/h2>
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The Category is Moving Fast and Consumers are Ready for More.<\/h2>
As shoppers increasingly seek affordable and craveable alternatives to dining out, the Frozen and Chilled Prepared Meals category has emerged as a primary restaurant substitute. Driven predominantly by a demand for convenience, these meals are viewed by consumers\u2014particularly younger demographics who are utilizing the category with growing frequency\u2014as a strategic, lower-cost swap for traditional takeout or sit-down meals.<\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
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Innovation Clues are Heating Up<\/h2>
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  • 39% No artificial preservatives<\/li>
  • 36% High protein options<\/li>
  • Global cuisines & restaurant inspired dishes.<\/li> <\/ul>

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    Consumers want fast. They want flavorful. They want better.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

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    The Opportunity: Fix the Pain Points<\/h2>

    Today’s shoppers are vocal – and they’re telling us exactly where retailers can win.<\/p>

    • Frozen and chilled prepared meals often feel overly processed, salty, or bland<\/li>
    • Rising prices push some consumers back to scratch cooking<\/li>
    • Comfort still dominates, but shoppers crave freshness + global inspiration<\/li> <\/ul>

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      Retailers who elevated flavor, quality, and transparency will stand out.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

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      Griffith Foods: Your Partner for Bold, Market Ready Innovation<\/h2>

      We bring insights, flavor platforms, and culinary expertise to help retailers deliver craveable, modern prepared meals that meet today’s expectations.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>

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      Blackened Stay Crisp Shrimp Bites<\/h3>
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      Crispy, bold, and built for impact s hrimp tossed in Cajun style blackening seasoning with creamed corn and Cajun rice.

      Featuring:
      \u2022\tCajun Style Blackened Seafood Seasoning
      \u2022\tStay Crisp Coating System
      \u2022\tGriffith Foods Flavor Dashboard insights<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>

      Mediterranean Chicken Grain Bowl <\/h3>
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      A vibrant, health forward build with seasoned chicken, stewed chickpeas, lemon herb quinoa, and roasted red pepper yogurt sauce.

      Featuring:
      \u2022\tMediterranean Style Seasoning with OptiYield
      \u2022\tHigh protein, veggie forward appeal
      \u2022\tAligns with global+ Better for You trends<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>

      Garlic pepper OptiTender Steak Tip Dinner<\/h3>
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      Tender garlic pepper steak tips served with savory mushroom jus and potatoes au gratin.

      Featuring:
      \u2022\tGriffith Foods\u2122 Garlic Pepper Steak Optitender Marinade
      \u2022\tBeef Soup Base \u00a0
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