15 Best Costco Frozen Foods You Need to Try- No Thawing and Kid Friendly

Looking for the best frozen foods at Costco? I’m going to share with you my top picks for frozen foods that are perfect for quick meals and snacks. I’m a big fan of spontaneity, so I always look for foods that don’t require overnight thawing and defrosting.

All the frozen food on this list are ready to go straight from the freezer. They’re also kid-friendly and safe for my son, who has a nut allergy (it’s always a good idea to double-check the label, just in case). Here are my top picks for the best Costco frozen foods.

Best Costco Frozen Foods

1. Ling Ling Potstickers

I always keep a bag of Ling-Ling Potstickers in my freezer, as they are my kids’ absolute favorites. They come in handy for those impromptu meals. I usually panfry them on a non-stick pan straight out of the freezer, and in just ten minutes, dinner is ready! No defrosting is required.

The potstickers come with a delicious dipping sauce. To make a complete meal, I often serve them with Ajinomoto Yakisoba (which you can find in the next item on this list).

2. Ajinomoto Yakisoba

I always have a box of Ajinomoto Yakisoba in my freezer. They are a quick and tasty meal solution that requires minimal preparation. Simply pop them in the microwave for 5 minutes and voila!

What I appreciate most about these vegetable Yakisoba is that they don’t require any defrosting, making them perfect for those last-minute meals. To add some protein to the dish, I like to serve them with Ling Ling Potstickers. It’s the perfect combination.

3. Just Bare Chicken Tenders

I always grab a bag of Just Bare Chicken Tenders whenever I visit Costco. They are so good that they’re borderline addictive! My kids can’t get enough of their Chick-fil-A-like taste.

What’s more, they’re a quick and easy meal option when you’re short on time. I usually pop them in the air fryer for just eight minutes, and voila! Dinner is served.

4. Kirkland Panko Shrimp

I love these Kirkland Panko Shrimp! Preparing it is so easy – I simply air fry it, no need to defrost it. It’s perfect as an appetizer when we have guests over and also makes for a great protein accompaniment with white rice. My kids are huge fans of it as well!

5. Morey’s Wild Alaskan Salmon

I always have a box of Morey’s Wild Alaskan Salmon in my freezer. They’re my go-to when I want a quick and more substantial protein that’s not chicken nuggets. What’s great is that they come pre-marinated, so it’s so tasty.

Preparing it is easy, too. Simply bake it in the oven, and you’re good to go. The best part is that you can cook it frozen if you are short on time. But it is recommended to thaw it for better results. But don’t worry—thawing is easy. Simply place the pouch in a bowl of water, and it should be defrosted in about 25 minutes.

6. Petite Cuisine Mozzarella Sticks

My kids love these Petite Cuisine mozzarella sticks. They can be cooked from frozen (no thawing), I just pop them in the air fryer for 8 minutes, and they’re ready to go! These mozzarella sticks are their go-to after-school snack, and they can’t get enough of them.

7. Dino Buddies Chicken Nuggets

My family is a big fan of chicken nuggets, and we always stock up on our favorite go-to nuggets: Dino Buddies. The thing we love about them is their fun dino shape.

Preparing them is easy—I just pop them in the air fryer and done! Perfectly cooked and crispy nuggets in no time.

8. Bibigo Mini Wontons

I can’t get enough of these Bibigo Mini-Wontons; they’re absolutely addictive! I usually pan-fry them, but if I’m lazy, I air-fry them. They go really well with noodles, and I enjoy serving them up with some frozen yakisoba.

And for those of you who aren’t fans of cilantro (like me), don’t worry! It doesn’t taste like cilantro at all!

9. Organic Broccoli Florets

These broccoli florets are my go-to frozen vegetable. The packaging comes with four smaller inner bags, which is perfect for keeping the broccoli fresh and allows me to store them individually if I am running short of freezer space.

I usually roast these frozen broccoli florets in the oven on a sheet pan, and drizzle them with olive oil, salt and pepper. The result is a delicious roasted broccoli dish that doesn’t even require defrosting!

10.Crazy Cuizine Mandarin Orange Chicken

This is my go-to whenever we’re craving Chinese takeout. I just pop them in the air fryer, heat up the sauce in the microwave and then toss the chicken with the sauce. That’s it, so easy. No defrosting or advanced planning required. It’s the perfect last minute dish.

11. Jamaican Beef Patties

This is one of my son’s favorite Costco frozen foods. He eats this as an after school snack, lunch and even breakfast sometimes. It’s easy to prepare, no need to defrost. Just microwave from frozen and then I pop it in the air fryer for an extra minute to get the crust crispy.

Caribbean Food Delights Jamaican Beef Patties

12. Prawn Hacao

This is my favorite Costco frozen food. I always have a box in the freezer for last minute meals. I love that I can just cook this from frozen, no defrosting required.

I steam this for a few minutes and it always comes out delicious. It’s authentic- I’d say it rivals what you get from most Chinese dimsum restaurants. The wrapper is chewy and the prawn filling to wrapper ratio is perfect. (I’m even getting hungry just looking at the picture of Prawn hacao!)

13. Bibigo Sobaba Crunchy Glazed Chicken

I haven’t seen Bibigo Sobaba Crunchy Glazed Chicken for a while now but I’m still adding it to our list because this is one of my kids favorite frozen food from Costco. (I’m hoping they bring it back!)

It only takes 10 minutes in the air fryer and there is no need to defrost. It comes out so delicious and crunchy- because there is a sweet and savory glaze. I’d say it’s a step up from your chicken nuggets.

14. Trident Fish Sticks

This Trident fish stick is my daughter’s favorite Costco frozen food. It’s easy to prepare, I just stick it in the air fryer for a few minutes and serve. She likes to eat it with white rice.

It’s definitely one of the easiest Costco meals for those lazy or busy weeknights when I just need something to serve the kids.

15. Tattoed Chef Sheet Pan Vegetables

My kids are not exactly big fans of vegetables but they will eat this whenever I serve it to them. It’s easy to prepare Tattoed Chef Sheet Pan Vegetables, I just line a baking sheet with parchment paper and then bake the vegetables. That’s it, no need to defrost.

It comes pre-seasoned so it’s tasty. And it’s a good mix of brussel sprouts, broccoli, sweet potato, zucchini and onions.

More Go-to Frozen Foods

I’d like to share with you two more frozen food items that are always on my Costco shopping list. These are the go-to items that my family and I love. I recommend giving them a try!

Organic Mixed Fruits

I always keep a bag of these frozen organic mixed fruits in my freezer. The pack is the perfect blend of fruits- peaches, mangoes, pineapples and strawberries. I put them in a blender and voila, the smoothie is ready! It is the perfect drink for my kids and they love it. The best part is that it is organic!

GoodPop

We love these GoodPop Cherry Lemonade popsicles. Unfortunately, they’re only available during the Spring and summer months, so I always make sure to stock up whenever I see them. They come in a patriotic red, white, and blue color scheme, making them perfect for summer.

My kids can’t get enough of them, and I’m happy that they’re not loaded with sugar. As a parent with a child who has a nut allergy, I’m grateful to have a dessert option that’s safe for him to enjoy!