14 Sam's Club Comfort Foods That Are Better Than Takeout (For a Fraction of the Cost)

Getting takeout food may be convenient and delicious but it's not great on your budget. If you want to eat comfort foods at home, Sam's Club has some great options.

You can save money at Sam's Club shopping for prepared foods and frozen meals that are just as good as takeout — if not better. From creamy mac and cheese to restaurant-quality fried rice, these are the best cozy meals to buy at the warehouse store.

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

Price: $3.78/lb

Chicken pot pie is a quintessential comfort food, and Sam's Club sells a nearly 5-lb one for under $20. All you have to do is throw it in the oven — no waiting around for cold delivery food needed.

Price: $4.98/lb

A comfort meal doesn't have to be unhealthy, and these stuffed peppers are a great example of that. For just $4.98 a pound, you'll get peppers stuffed to the brim with beef and cheese. 

Price: $12.94

This barbacoa bake is loaded with tortillas, beef, cheese, and more. And it's five servings of food for $12.94, which is $2.59 per serving.

Price: $11.38

If you're a fan of Panera's mac and cheese, then you can save yourself a trip with these deliciously cheesy individual portions. At $11.38 per four-pack, you're paying just $2.85 for a serving — which is far less than ordering the mac and cheese at a Panera Bread location.

Price: $14.33

This rich, creamy chicken alfredo is cheaper than takeout and easier than making it yourself from scratch. It's only $14.33 for a massive portion, and all you have to do is throw it in the oven.

Price: $14.98

This Indian-inspired chicken dish smothered in a creamy sauce is perfect for a faux takeout night, and it's a popular Sam's Club pick. "Delicious, fragrant, tender chicken," one reviewer says. "Tasted just like my favorite Indian takeout place but for a fraction of the cost."

Price: $15.98

For a comfort meal with a southern twist, try this pulled pork smothered in Jack Daniel's barbecue sauce. All you need is hamburger buns and a side, and you'll have a hearty meal — no takeout needed.

Price: $8.46

Dumplings don't tend to travel well anyway, so it's best to make them at home versus ordering them for takeout. And these flavorful ginger chicken dumplings are just 42 cents each.

Price: $12.68

If Chinese food takeout is your go-to, the Member's Mark fried rice with chicken might become your new favorite dish. You'll get six servings for just $12.68, which breaks down to $2.11 per meal. And you'll get a mix of veggies, protein, and carbs with the opportunity to customize the dish to your liking.

Price: $11.98

Pizza is a comforting takeout meal for many, but you can save some cash and get food on the table faster by opting for a frozen pizza. Red Baron's classic crust pizza is well-loved among Sam's Club shoppers. "This pizza tastes better than any restaurant pizza," one reviewer says.

Price: $13.82

It's hard to justify a square of lasagna from a restaurant when you can have a whole frozen one for just $13.82 from Sam's Club. Plus, you'll get the smell of lasagna cooking in the oven before you enjoy the meal.

Price: $13.98

This gyro sandwich meal kit is handy for quick and easy lunches when you may not have time for takeout anyway. At $13.98 for six sandwiches, it's about $2.33 per pita. Plus, you can stretch the kit over multiple meals if you live alone.

Price: $8.98

These mini pupusas are stuffed with shredded carnitas pork and melty mozzarella, and they work out to 89 cents each. Add some sides, and you've got a great comfort meal, or keep them on hand for an affordable, filling snack.

Price: $4.98

Sam's Club (and Costco) is famous for its $5 rotisserie chickens. The warm, perfectly seasoned white meat is great as is for a cozy comfort meal, and you can shred the leftovers to make chicken salad, soup, and more.

With a wide selection of frozen and fresh foods, you can easily spend less than $20 on a takeout-quality meal that can feed the whole family.

Add one of these comfort meals to your shopping list to save money on groceries, whether you want a ready-to-bake chicken pot pie or rich butter chicken to serve over rice.

Opting for these takeout alternatives at Sam's Club will easily save you enough to pay for your annual membership after just a few meals.