The Costco deli section is famous for its convenient, family-sized meals, and their latest offering is generating a lot of buzz. The Kirkland Signature Chicken and Waffles are a surprisingly delicious and convenient meal kit that’s absolutely worth buying, especially if you cook the chicken in the air fryer. It perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors for an indulgent meal that feels like a treat from a restaurant, but with Costco value.
Does Costco Have Chicken and Waffles?
Yes, Costco sells a ready-to-heat Chicken and Waffles meal kit in the prepared foods section of the deli. It’s a recent addition to their lineup and has become incredibly popular. The meal is packaged in a large, clear plastic container, ready for you to take home and cook.
Here’s what you’ll find inside each package:
- Seasoned Boneless Chicken Thighs: Fully cooked and breaded fried chicken pieces.
- Liege Waffles: Four authentic, all-butter Belgian-style waffles.
- Organic Maple Syrup: A classic, sweet syrup for drizzling.
- Hot Honey: A separate packet of honey with a mild, warm kick.
How Much Do The Costco Chicken and Waffles Cost?
The Kirkland Signature Chicken and Waffles cost $6.99 per pound. Most packages weigh just over two pounds, putting the average total price between $15 and $17. The package I purchased for this review was 2.31 pounds and cost $16.15.
- Product Name: Kirkland Signature Chicken + Waffles
- Item Number: 34946
- Price: $6.99/lb
Considering this can easily feed two to three adults, the value is excellent compared to ordering this dish at a restaurant.
How to Cook Chicken and Waffles from Costco
The absolute best way to cook the Costco Chicken and Waffles is by using an air fryer for the chicken and microwaving the waffles. This combination gives you incredibly crispy chicken and perfectly soft, warm waffles in just about 10 minutes.
Pro-Tip: The Best Way to Cook in an Air Fryer
This is our recommended method for the best taste and texture.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400∘F (200∘C).
- Place the chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is hot and the breading is golden brown and crispy.
- While the chicken is cooking, place the waffles on a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 45-60 seconds until warm.
- Serve immediately with the included maple syrup and hot honey.
Official Cooking Instructions (Oven & Microwave)
If you don’t have an air fryer, you can follow the official instructions on the package.
- Oven (for Chicken): Preheat oven to 400∘F. Place chicken thighs on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until an internal temperature of 165∘F is reached.
- Microwave (for Waffles): Place waffles on a microwave-safe plate and heat for 45-60 seconds until warmed through.
Is Costco Chicken and Waffles Good? A Taste Test
Overall, the Costco Chicken and Waffles have a fantastic sweet and savory flavor, with impressively crispy chicken and soft, sugary waffles. This meal kit far exceeded our expectations for a pre-packaged deli item.
The chicken is boneless dark meat, which stays incredibly moist and juicy. The breading has a savory seasoning that gets wonderfully crunchy in the air fryer, similar in quality to the seasoning on the popular Tyson Rotisserie Chicken Strips.
The waffles are the real surprise. They are authentic Liege waffles, made with chunks of pearl sugar that caramelize when heated. This gives them a dense, slightly chewy texture and a rich sweetness that stands up to the savory chicken.
The sauces complete the dish. The organic maple syrup is straightforward and delicious, while the hot honey adds a gentle warmth that cuts through the richness without being overly spicy.
Are Costco’s Chicken and Waffles Healthy? Nutrition & Ingredients
No, the Costco Chicken and Waffles are not a healthy food. This is a decadent, high-calorie comfort meal that is best enjoyed as an occasional treat. It’s rich in carbs, fat, and sodium, as you would expect from a dish centered around fried chicken and sugary waffles. While it’s one of the most delicious ready-to-heat Costco meals like their famous mac and cheese, it’s definitely not diet food.
Unfortunately, the detailed nutritional information, including specific calories and macros, is not printed on the package label.
Full Ingredients & Allergen Information
- Ingredients: Fried Chicken (Chicken Dark Meat, Water, Breading & Batter), Liege Waffles (Wheat Flour, Butter, Pearl Sugar, Eggs, Yeast, Invert Sugar, Skim Milk Powder, Sorbitol, Salt), Organic Maple Syrup, Sheet Heat Honey (Honey, Vinegar, Natural Flavors).
- Contains: EGG, MILK, WHEAT.
- Allergen Warning: Made in a facility that also processes soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, crustacean, and sesame.
The Final Verdict: Is It Worth Buying?
Yes, the Kirkland Signature Chicken and Waffles are absolutely worth buying. For the price, you get a restaurant-quality meal that is incredibly easy to prepare and packed with flavor. It’s a perfect indulgent dinner for a busy night or a fun weekend brunch. The combination of the crispy, juicy chicken and the sweet, dense waffles is a home run.
| Metric | Rating (1-10) | Notes |
| Taste | 9.5/10 | Excellent balance of sweet & savory. Chicken is fantastic. |
| Price | 8.5/10 | Great value for a multi-person meal compared to a restaurant. |
| Convenience | 9/10 | Extremely easy to prepare, especially with an air fryer. |
| Overall | 9/10 | A must-try item from the Costco deli. |
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Should You Buy It?
- Buy If: You love sweet and savory flavor combinations, need a quick and impressive meal, or are looking for a fun and indulgent dinner or brunch.
- Pass If: You are on a strict, low-calorie diet, do not like dark meat chicken, or are looking for a healthy meal option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is so special about the chicken and waffles combination?
The appeal of chicken and waffles comes from the perfect balance of flavors and textures. You get the savory, salty, crispy fried chicken paired with the sweet, soft waffles, all tied together with syrup. It hits every note—sweet, salty, savory, and crunchy.
Are these Liege waffles or regular waffles?
These are authentic Liege waffles. Unlike standard American waffles made from a thin batter, Liege waffles are made from a thick, brioche-like dough and feature pearl sugar, which caramelizes during cooking for a richer, denser, and sweeter result.
Is the hot honey really spicy?
The included hot honey is very mild. It provides a pleasant, gentle warmth on the finish rather than an intense, fiery spiciness. It’s designed to complement the dish and should be enjoyable even for those who don’t like very spicy food.