15 Satisfying Costco Frozen Meals That Are So Tasty (And Cheap!)

Convenience and cost are at the heart of your grocery choices. Instead of paying full price for easy-to-heat-and-eat meals, unlock the true value of your Costco membership and score deals on the top-quality frozen foods.

Not sure what freezer section finds deserve a spot in your cart? From affordable eggplant parm to budget-friendly fried rice, we've rounded up the most delicious (and affordable) Costco options worth adding to your cart on your next visit.

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

Price: $13.99

Tired of overspending on takeout tacos? Pop this protein-rich (14 grams per serving) pick into the air fryer for six minutes, and it's ready. The antibiotic-free shredded chicken is seasoned to perfection, making this a savory selection your family will enjoy. And bonus, the crispy tortilla shells are gluten-free.

Price: $16.99

The beloved brand's parm-topped meal tastes like it came from an Italian eatery, minus the high price. Each four-pound pack includes two trays of breaded eggplant slices topped with Rao's famous marinara sauce, and (of course) plenty of cheese.

Costco shoppers compare this frozen find to the homemade version. Redditor NFB2 raved, "Thought it was great. Almost as good as mine."

Price: $12.79

Fill your freezer with fancy French food without breaking the bank on gourmet meals. Heat these fully cooked pockets in the microwave for about 60 seconds or crisp them in the air fryer until the smoked ham and Swiss sandwiches reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Price: $14.99

Pass on pricey takeout. The fried rice meal features grilled white meat chicken, healthy veggies, and a Japanese-inspired sauce.

Save money with this bulk buy. The $14.99 price tag isn't for one portion. You'll get six nine-ounce bags. For reference, one chicken fried rice entree from P.F. Chang's costs $15.29.

Price: $15.99

These Starbucks dupes are an easy breakfast, lunch, or dinner option. Cage-free egg whites, feta, spinach, cream cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes give the frozen wheat flatbread pockets a flavor you'll savor, along with plenty of protein (21 grams per serving).

Get five for $15.99 (or $3.20 each). Starbucks sells a single Spinach, Feta, and Egg White Wrap for $4.95.

Price: $12.99

With 70 calories, 4 grams of net carbs, 0 grams of trans fat, and 5 grams of protein per serving, this morning meal is a healthier alternative to fast-food breakfast sandwiches. The cage-free egg bites are also gluten, soy, and peanut-free.

How do these compare to a similar selection from Starbucks? Redditor terfez praises the copycat, "IMO these are good. Way better than the Sbucks egg bites."

Price: $10.99

Take a quick trip to the Caribbean for lunch any day of the week. These full-cooked Jamaican-style beef empanadas are ready in just two minutes when you microwave them.

You get 10 individually wrapped, flaky pastry crusts, perfectly spiced patties for $1.09 each. For reference, Target sells a two-count of Golden Krust's version for $3.99.

Price: $13.89

No gluten? No problem. This brand-name cauliflower crust pizza is thin, crispy, packed with veggies, and gluten-free. You get a pack with two roasted zucchini, bell pepper, and onion-topped pies, which is just under $7 a pie.

For reference, one Gluten-Free Traditional Cheese Pizza (no vegetables included) from California Pizza Kitchen costs $20.99 for takeout.

Price: $10.99

Serve an Italian feast for your family and friends in under five minutes. Unlike the tiny packs of frozen pasta you can purchase at the grocery store, this Costco find is a bulk-sized purchase. You'll get four pounds of the decadently creamy cheese-stuffed ravioli for under $11.

Serve the pillowy pockets with Rao's Homemade Marinara Sauce ($13.59 for two 28-ounce jars) or Kirkland Signature Pesto ($10.69 for 22 ounces).

Price: $24.69

Made from premium, wild-caught crab, this recipe includes a zesty blend of seafood seasonings, lemon, mustard, mayo, breadcrumbs, and Worcestershire sauce.

Fake an upscale dinner from a gourmet restaurant with this six-count pack of Maryland-style jumbo lump meat crab cakes — your family will never know the difference.

Price: $16.99

Are you looking for a hearty meal that feeds more than four? Nab this two-pack of three-pound (each) trays for under $17. The Costco store-brand generic is made from 100 percent USDA choice-grade ground beef, savory Italian sausage, tender pasta, vine-ripened tomatoes, whole milk mozzarella, and ricotta cheese.

Price: $17.49

Jump on the popular "everything" seasoning trend. Instead of a bagel or crackers, get the tasty poppy, sesame, garlic, and salt spice mix on wild-caught breaded cod. Costco subreddit user SuperSynapse reviewed the fish, writing, "THIS IS ALL CAPS GOOD."

Price: $11.29

Whether you want a quick take-and-go breakfast or prefer to sit down and smother your meal in maple syrup, this deal is a steal. A 72-count box is only $11.29 ($0.16 per waffle). Target sells a 10-piece pack for $2.99 ($0.30 per waffle).

Price: $12.89

Try something different for dinner tonight. Kimchi fans will enjoy these Korean-inspired rice and mozzarella cheese balls. And bonus, you can microwave this meal in minutes. Redditor Popular-Somewhere-92 commented, "I thought these were awesome."

Price: $14.89

Grab a quick, hearty breakfast. Each buttery, flaky, cage-free egg, sausage, and cheese croissant has 13 grams of protein. And at $14.89 for 12, each individually wrapped, fully-cooked sandwich only costs $1.24. You'll pay $6.79 for one at a Panera cafe.

Stop wasting cash on pricey prepared picks from specialty stores and expensive takeout entrees. You don't have to max out your monthly budget just to enjoy fine food.

Costco's freezer section features delicious deals on mouthwatering meals. But that's not all. You can also save money on groceries in other sections, from bakery goods to the pantry staples.