There's no better time than January to restock your freezer, especially when Sam's Club rolls out affordable deals on frozen meals, proteins, and snacks. To get the most out of your Sam's membership, whether you're trying to cut back on takeout or plan for busy weeks, you need easy-to-store foods.
These 14 affordable Sam's Club January deals are that, and more. They're simple to cook and perfect for keeping meals stress-free without overspending.
Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.
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Ajinomoto Vegetable Fried Rice
Price: $12.88
To defeat the temptation to order takeout, stock your freezer with six individually portioned fried rice bags, which make it easy to cook only what you need, when you need it. They taste "restaurant-quality," according to reviewers, with well-seasoned vegetables and fluffy rice.
At roughly $2.14 per nine-ounce portion, this fried rice offers strong value, especially compared to takeout or single frozen meals that can run well over $10.
Just Bare Chicken Breast Bites
Price: $14.98
Three pounds of chicken breast bites can stretch across multiple meals. Reviewers often favorably compare these lightly breaded chicken bites to fast-food nuggets, except with clean ingredients and better texture.
You can also find Just Bare breast bites at Walmart, but they cost over $20 for the same quantity.
Member's Mark Cookie Dough
Price: $11.86
Overindulging is anathema for many in January, but having a controlled, budget-friendly treat in the freezer is a smart choice. This frozen cookie dough is divided into one-pound tubs, so you can bake 12 cookies at a time instead of committing to four times that number.
Shoppers love the bakery-style size, rich chocolate chunks, and the fact that the unbaked dough is "totally safe to eat," to quote reviewer WildwoodCrew.
Member's Mark Salmon Filets
Price: $23.94
For healthy, flexible dinners that feel elevated at an affordable cost this January, pick these individually frozen salmon filets. The package weighs 2.5 pounds, and each skinless, boneless portion thaws easily, making weeknight cooking a breeze.
It's a better deal than buying your salmon at Target for $6 more for the same quantity.
Jimmy Dean Croissant Sandwiches
Price: $13.98
The secret to saving money this January is avoiding eating out for breakfast. With these 12 freezer favorites, you can enjoy the taste of sausage, egg, cheese, and croissants without paying grocery store or drive-thru prices.
"Love these breakfast sandwiches. Soft, cheesy, savory. The croissant bread is so soft," writes reviewer Monique.
Red Barron Pepperoni French Bread
Price: $12.98
Comfort food is a must during dreary January days, and these personal-size French bread pizzas are a hit for quiet lunches and casual dinners. Shoppers love the crispy bread and generous (real) cheese and pepperoni toppings.
Compared with frozen pizzas sold individually at Walmart, this nine-pack offers a lower cost per serving: just $1.44 vs. $4.24.
Member's Mark Mixed Vegetables
Price: $5.68
With over four pounds of frozen mixed vegetables in six easy-to-store bags, you have enough nutritious filler on hand to make January meals more affordable and balanced.
Reviewers like Tia Minnie highlight the quality of these veggies: "They are delicious and a colorful addition to any dish you are cooking. I highly recommend these frozen vegetables."
Island Way Fruit Sorbet
Price: $13.27
If you're staying away from rich, decadent desserts after the holidays, grab this small luxury. The 10 sorbets come in real fruit shells, elevating them to restaurant-level desserts for a fraction of the cost.
The package is also $4.22 cheaper than Target's offering.
Member's Mark Shrimp Platter
Price: $19.91
Hosting doesn't end with the holidays. With 2.5 pounds of ready-to-serve shrimp and cocktail sauce, you're ready to host and have the party-ready presentation for under $20.
The cost is $0.27 less per ounce than Walmart's Great Value cocktail ring with sauce.
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Double B Kolaches Sausage Rolls
Price: $12.98
Whether you crave a comforting bite for breakfast or lunch, these Texas-style sausage rolls offer soft dough, a savory filling, and excellent reheating results, according to reviews.
One box holds 20 rolls, keeping the cost per kolache much lower than bakery versions. They're addictive, to boot: "We're on the third box now," writes reviewer Tues1121.
Member's Mark Seasoned French Fries
Price: $5.97
Nothing beats homemade French fries, but these seasoned fries earn high marks for crisping well in the air fryer or oven.
For 64 ounces, they're a low-cost side that rounds up January budget dinners, and shoppers prefer them to Arby's seasoned fries, which cost three times more at Target.
Wyman's Strawberry Banana Protein Blend
Price: $11.57
Healthier habits are a common New Year's resolution, and this frozen fruit blend supports them. It contains 18 grams of protein per serving, making it a good choice for those seeking quick and filling smoothies.
It's more convenient than mixing frozen fruit and protein add-ins and cheaper per serving than bottled smoothies.
Cole's Garlic Texas Toast
Price: $8.98
Texas toast is an inexpensive side that elevates simple meals. With 32 slices per pack, it's enough for multiple pasta, soup, and casserole dishes.
Shoppers love its buttery flavor and crispy edges, noting that it's "literally the best garlic bread I have ever had," in the words of reviewer Veronica Jones.
Minh Pork Egg Rolls
Price: $9.88
Whether you're craving egg rolls as a snack or a main, these 16 crunchy bites offer better value than the Great Value egg rolls that cost $0.17 more per roll at Walmart.
Besides their savory filling, they have strong takeout vibes: "These are better than any restaurant I've been to," writes reviewer Jeffrey B.
Bottom line
Stocking your freezer in January is one of the easiest, most convenient ways to save money year-round. With these affordable Sam's Club deals, you can avoid food waste and always have something ready when time (or motivation) is low.
A great way to save more money at Sam's Club is to check the storage space you actually have before buying in bulk. That way, you can prioritize versatile items like proteins that you can match across multiple meals.
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