Check out my favorite Costco prepared meals that will help you get dinner on the table during busy weeknights!
Costco prepared meals to the rescue! š
Ever get overwhelmed with meal planning and grocery shopping? šāāļø Inevitably, life can sometimes get crazy hectic. The high-quality prepared meals at Costco are worth keeping a yearly membership alone in my opinion. This list includes my most recent new favorite gyro kit that you have to try!
I am someone who does a bunch of cooking at home in both my personal life and work life, but, sometimes, I get meal burnout.
In most cases, heading to the prepared food section at Costco is less expensive than takeout food and tastes more like home cooking. Having one or two of these family-style meals on hand for when Iām too tired or too busy to cook can be such a lifesaver!
Note that prices have varied per location. Weāve verified many of these prices this year, but itās possible they arenāt the same as your local Costco.
Costco is my happy place.
Iām a big Costco fan in general and am always impressed with their quality groceries and prepared foods. Itās honestly exciting when we discover new meals my family will eat and love without complaints.
In fact, itās almost kind of hard for me to narrow down my Costco-prepared meal favorites, so today Iām sharing 7 plus a bonus single-serve option we are loving right now. Note that prices may vary per location.
Also, keep in mind that some of these pre-made Costco meals would be so wonderful and thoughtful to bring to someone who is sick or experiencing a loss. ā¤ļø For instance, the pot pie is nice in that it has a disposable pan already, so you wouldnāt need to collect it back.
Even if you donāt live in the same area as your loved ones, you can order these online for Same-Day Delivery to give them a āhomemadeā meal while being apart!
Here are the top 7 Costco prepared meals you should add to your shopping list:
1. Beef and Lamb Gyro KitĀ
Total Price: $19.86($6.49/lb)
This kit is fantastic tasting and comes with everything youāll need to make 6 generous-sized gyros! All you have to do is heat up the pre-cooked lamb and beef mixture on a skillet and compile a gyro with all the provided toppings. Youāll notice right away that it includes a large portion of meat for around $20!
The kit includes 6 soft pitas, tzatziki sauce, chopped onion, cucumbers, tomatoes, romaine lettuce, and feta cheese! It pairs well with Costcoās prepared orzo salad on the side. We were honestly super impressed with this delicious gyro kit and have since purchased it again a couple more times. My teenagers love this, and it feeds my family of 4 perfectly.
2. Grilled Chicken Street Taco Kit
Total Price: $15.48 ($5.49/lb)
Who doesnāt love taco night?! This taco kit makes it so easy as it includes everything needed including 12 tortillas, seasoned grilled chicken, shredded cheese, cabbage, lime wedges, salsa, and cilantro lime cream.
To prepare it, I simply warm up the chicken in a pan on the stove and heat the tortillas on my griddle.
I love that these street tacos are easy to fix with pre-portioned ingredients. The tender chicken pieces are seasoned yet not too spicy for kids. I feel like itās a generous amount of food and feeds us four, and is definitely a winner!
3. Chicken Pot Pie with Rotisserie Chicken
Total Price: $26.40 ($4.99/lb)
This creamy pot pie can feed an army and yet tastes gourmet and grown-up at the same time. It has tender roasted chicken with lots of flavorful fresh veggies and a perfectly browned crust that is to die for! You can tell this pot pie has the quality ingredients Costco is known for, and the leftovers taste just as great when warmed up the next day.
If youāre needing to dig into a warm comforting meal with minimal effort, this is a definite favorite!
4. Enchilada Bake with Rotisserie Chicken
Total Price: $23.60 ($5.99/lb)
Hereās how to get the taste of yummy homemade red enchiladas without all the work involved! We first spotted this as a newer option about a year ago, and weāve really enjoyed it a few times so far.
This cheesy enchilada bake is very much like a creamy cheesy casserole-type meal that features corn tortillas, red sauce, onion, corn, bell peppers, beans, lots of cheese, and pieces of Costcoās famous rotisserie chicken that we all know and love.
It gets nice and bubbly and warm in the oven, and I love that there are no dishes to wash afterward! This is a great lazy meal when you donāt want to cook.
The enchilada bake has lots of southwest flavors going on and is on the spicy side, which my family loves. It definitely has a little bite to it though. If you donāt enjoy spicy food or canāt eat it, maybe skip this option, but man we think itās YUMMY!
5. Kirkland Signature Meat Frozen Lasagna 2-Pack
Price: $19.99 for 2
Ok, hear me out on this one. I am normally NOT a frozen meal fan, but there is something special about this lasagna! It has the perfect amount of meat and gooey cheese and amazing flavor. I have tried lots of frozen lasagna in various grocery stores including Trader Joeās. This Costco one WINS!!!
My kids go crazy for this yummy meal, and itās so incredibly convenient to keep these in our deep freezer for a last-minute dinner! Paired with a simple salad, itās a surprisingly delicious feast.
This lasagna takes a little over an hour to bake in the oven and comes out bubbly and delicious. This item can be found in the freezer section at Costco, while my other 4 faves are in the refrigerated section.
P.S: Speaking of Kirkland frozen products, they always seem high-quality and this one doesnāt disappoint! We also LOVE the Kirkland brand thin crust frozen pizza that comes in a 4-pack.
6. Beef Bulgogi Korean BBQ
Total Price: $22.58 (6.99/lb)
Many of our readers have commented about how yummy the marinated Bulgogi beef is at Costco and all I have to say is they are not wrong! I was kind of skeptical, but this meal was super easy to pan fry and the results are delicious. It may not look that appealing in the container, but it turns out beautifully in the pan after just a few minutes. š¤©
I would say itās a bit on the sweeter side as far as the sauce goes and the thinly sliced beef is very good and satisfying. My husband and I added hot sauce and the kids enjoyed it as is. It has Asian take-out food vibes and I loved it!
I served mine alongside rice and veggies that Iāve steamed together at the same time using my rice cooker for a quick and comforting dinner my family all enjoyed. We are for sure picking this up again in the future!
7. Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef and RiceĀ
Total Price: $19.38 (5.49/lb)
Stuffed peppers happen to be one of my favorite homemade meals, but it can be a bit labor-intensive to make from scratch. Picking up a pan of prepared bell peppers with ground beef, rice, and cheese couldnāt be easier. The result is a cheesy hearty meal the family loves.
The Kirkland Signature peppers no longer come in their own oven-safe pan, so youāll have to use one of your casserole dishes, but now you can fib and say you made them yourself! š
BONUS! Best Single-Serve Meal: Ramen with Chicken, Tokyo Style ā 6 pack
Price: 14.49 for 6 bowls
Hereās a bonus recommendation if you havenāt tried them yet. I wanted to shout out these delicious ramen noodles bowls found in the frozen section! These are warm and delicious, especially if you need something quick! My kids enjoy popping them in the microwave during the day for a quick lunch, and I enjoy them with a little sriracha hot sauce.
These are quite an upgrade from the cheap square ramen soup packets. I love that they include some chicken and a few veggies, along with those crave-able soft noodles and broth.
These Costco-prepared meal recommendations are super helpful!
I could probably talk about Costco finds all day, but these are some of our go-tos prepared foods that are both delicious and helpful to have around for last-minute meals. These are favorites that go beyond the popular rotisserie chicken that we all love. Enjoy!
Did you know these brands make Kirkland Signature products?!
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