15 Clever Costco Deals to Fill Your Fridge (And Freezer) This Month

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates the average price Americans pay for food will increase by 1.9 percent in 2025. If the rising cost of groceries has got you down, we understand. And that's why we've searched local Costco clubs for the best bargains.

Fill your fridge and freezer for less this month. From hearty chicken noodle soup that will keep you warm on a cold winter day to sweet treats, our favorite finds can help you save money at Costco on groceries. And that means you won't have to splurge just to stock your kitchen.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $14.99

Whether you go all-in on the Whole30 meal plan or just want to eat a few healthier dinners, this pesto chicken is a convenient, affordable way to stick to your diet. With 31 grams of protein and no added sugar, the fully-cooked marinated chicken breasts are an easy, ready-to-heat-and-eat addition to your menu.

Price: $7.89

Add a hot, hearty side to your wintertime meals without breaking the bank. This four-pound pack (two 32-ounce containers) is a steal for under $8. A smaller 24-ounce Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes sells for $3.57 at Walmart.com. You would pay over $9.50 to get Costco's quantity.

Price: $14.79

Pass on pricey catered or takeout brunch meals and try this refrigerated two-pack of quiche. For less than $15, you'll get one 23-ounce spinach and artichoke and one 23-ounce cheddar and broccoli breakfast pie. A single 15-ounce Whole Foods Market brand Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese Quiche sells for $10.99.

Price: $13.99

Make an Italian feast for less. Add this three-pound pack of refrigerated heat-and-eat meatballs to a spaghetti dinner, or use them to make hot subs for lunch.

Redditor DawnOfDreams21 raved about this keto-friendly buy, "These are excellent! Especially since I do keto, I was surprised to see the net carbs for the container are relatively low. The ingredients are clean, too."

Price: $12.99

You don't have to splurge on juice shop of cafe-made smoothies. Blend your own at home with this super-foods frozen mix. Nab six eight-ounce bags packed with plenty of blueberries, kale, strawberries, bananas, raspberries, and spinach for $12.99.

Price: $14.89

Get 13 grams of protein per serving in these cage-free egg, sausage, and cheese croissant sandwiches. At $14.89 for 12, this is an affordable alternative to a restaurant or takeout breakfast.

Price: $11.29

Searching for a healthy side? If the price of fresh veggies is too much for your budget, try a 5.5-pound bag of this broccoli, cauliflower, and carrot blend for $12.99. Target sells a smaller 12-ounce size of a similar mix from Birds Eye for $2.19. In a price-per-ounce comparison, you'll pay $0.20 for the brand name and $0.13 for the Kirkland generic.

Price: $6.89

This two-pound block of subtly spicy Pepper Jack is perfect for grilled cheese sandwiches and so much more. Slice the rich, creamy jalapeno-packed pick and serve it with crackers, add it to a charcuterie platter, or pair it with fresh fruit.

Price: $14.99

Swap takeout BBQ for this Costco generic. The 32-ounce antibiotic-free, hickory-smoked, fully cooked pork is less than $15. Not only is this price lower than what a restaurant might charge, but it's also more affordable than some other superstores. Walmart sells a 16-ounce container of Jack Daniels pulled pork for $8.47 online.

Price: $11.99

Warm up with a steaming bowl of Kevin's refrigerated ready-to-heat soup. No gluten? No problem? The noodles in this 48-ounce bulk buy are made from cauliflower. You'd pay close to $16.50 for the same amount of this tasty soup at Target.

Price: $14.39

Score a four-count pack of Costco's store-brand pepperoni pizza for just over $14. This affordable alternative to takeout eliminates the need to pay delivery fees or a trip to the driver.

What do shoppers have to say about this frozen generic? Reddit user calicoskys posted, "These are cheap and really yummy. I mean, they are frozen pizza but a step up from Totinos when I'm too lazy to make my own crusts."

Price: $14.09 (on sale from $18.09)

Costco shoppers praise this pick on the store's subreddit. Reddit user warriordude07 wrote, "Great macros, and the veggies look so fresh and colorful for being frozen…Stocked up for a quick and easy lunch!" You'll get six 12.5-ounce microwavable bowls of the tangy teriyaki grilled chicken recipe for under $15.

Price: $18.69

Stock your freezer with seafood for a healthy meal any night of the week. Bake, broil, or grill the coneless, skinless tilapia loins and add fresh veggies, or serve the fish with healthy, hearty whole-grain rice. Compare $18.69 for thirty-six ounces at Costco to almost $25 for the same amount at Kroger.

Price: $19.49

These minis are just as affordable as they are adorable. And bonus, each serving is only 140 calories. At $19.49 for 24, each cheesecake only costs $0.81. Target sells a six-count box of Noosa's version for $5.99 — or $0.99 per treat.

Price: $6.49

The five-pound tub of homestyle Indian whole milk plain yogurt is a bargain for $6.49. Costco Redditor greenleaves12 wrote a glowing review, "Love this yogurt and highly recommend. It's also a great price compared to whole milk yogurt from other stores."

We've got you covered with the top fridge and freezer finds from Costco this month. Whether you're shopping for cheese, chicken, fish, or frozen fruit smoothies, you can save on these groceries and more.

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