Sam's Club's 5 Best Prepared Meals for Easy Dinners on the Busiest Nights

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Sam’s Club is home to an impressive array of fan-favorite items, from its viral seasonal packaged treats to its buzzworthy new releases at the food court. The wholesale club even has items you can buy if you’re not a member, and sometimes the coveted memberships even go on sale.

And while you can shop for just about everything on your grocery list and then some at the warehouse store, some of Sam’s Club’s most essential items might come from the pre-made meals section. This—in addition to the freezer section—is the place to peruse for those busy weeks when making dinner from scratch is just not in the cards.

We scoured the internet to find five of the foods most beloved by fans from the pre-made meals section at Sam’s Club. Go on, make your life a little easier.

The Best Premade Meals From Sam’s Club

1. Chicken Enchiladas

The Member’s Mark Chicken Enchiladas, made with rotisserie chicken, red enchilada sauce, and Cotija, Colby, and Monterey Jack cheeses, are a fan favorite, according to one Reddit thread, and the price can’t be beat. “The enchiladas from Sam’s [are] almost literally half the price as Costco, and I think they taste better too,” said one commenter.

Upgrade It: Throw a bagged salad kit in your cart to make this a well-rounded meal that will satisfy everyone at the table.

2. Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Sam's Club's pin-wheel Buffalo Sandwich Wraps, made with roasted red peppers and provolone cheese, make an ideal, bite-sized app for a deli-plate-style dinner. YouTube creator Erin Robinson gave them a glowing review, saying “there’s a nice spicy kick in there.” The wraps don't come with a sauce, so grab a bottle of store-bought Buffalo sauce or mix up a batch at home if your wrap needs more moisture or flavor.

Upgrade It: Adding another cold deli item from the prepared foods section, such as the Mediterranean Kale Pasta Salad or the Broccoli Salad With Smoked Bacon, will fill out your plate for a heartier dinner. In her video, Robinson praises both pre-made salads for their well-rounded flavor and appealing texture. Plus, the Mediterranean salad is large enough that you’ll likely have leftovers to enjoy for other meals during the week.

3. Twice Baked Potatoes

Homemade Twice Baked Potatoes are a labor-intensive and utterly delicious side, and sometimes that labor needs to be saved for special occasions only. Sorry, weeknights. Enter Gourmet Twice-Baked Potatoes from Sam’s Club, topped with cheddar and parsley flakes with bacon and sour cream on the side.

Upgrade it: While twice baked potatoes are dense and filling, you’ll probably want to outfit your plate with a bit of protein and a vegetable side. Grab a Sam’s Club rotisserie chicken, found in the prepared foods section for only $5.99, and shred it for an easy addition, and add a roasted or steamed veggie, like broccoli, cauliflower, or carrots.

4. Fettuccine Chicken Alfredo

Not only are pre-made meals a no-brainer for quick dinners to feed a family, but they can also be portioned out and stored for lunches or solo dinners throughout the week. One Redditor said, “I bought a big take-and-bake tray of Chicken Alfredo from Sam's Club. I baked it per package instructions and portioned it out with a bag of frozen green beans distributed across each portion for some greenery. I think I got around 3 portions out of that tray, so not too bad.” YouTube creator Robinson also loved it, saying, “It’s so good,” and that “the flavors [and] the seasoning [are] impeccable.”

Upgrade It: Add fresh or frozen veggies to bulk up your plate, like the Reddit user did, or make a prep-ahead side earlier in the week so you’re ahead of the game when dinner time rolls around.

5. Macaroni and Cheese

According to YouTube creator Erin Robinson, Sam’s Macaroni and Cheese is a great buy. “The noodles are not as thick and the ratio from cheese to noodles is better [than a previous package she tried].” And, it’s a large size, so it will make for an easy side dish for lunches and dinners to come. Her tip? If you’re hosting company, put it in a dish and pretend it’s homemade for potlucks and gatherings. They’ll never know.

Upgrade it: Add pretty colors and some produce to your plate with a side of Sam’s Club’s Cranberry Crunch Salad, with baby spinach, walnuts, cranberries, blueberries, feta cheese, and a drizzle of honey poppyseed dressing. For more protein, grab a Rotisserie Chicken Salad for a creamy and filling side.

Read the original article on All Recipes.