Sam's Club Rotisserie Chicken Beats Costco in Report

In a comprehensive evaluation of a popular grocery staple, Sam's Club's Members Mark seasoned rotisserie chicken has been rated the top performer, surpassing competitors including Costco's long-celebrated offering. The nonprofit consumer advocacy organization Consumer Reports conducted the study, which involved blind taste tests and laboratory analysis of chickens from ten major retailers.

The evaluation, the results of which were published this week, assessed flavor, texture, sodium content, weight accuracy, and the presence of plastic-related chemicals. Sam's Club secured the highest overall rating, with tasters praising its moist, juicy meat and well-balanced seasoning, which features a distinctive paprika rub. Costco's Kirkland Signature chicken placed second, noted for its plump appearance and moist texture, though reviewers found its seasoning less consistent across samples. Stop & Shop's chicken ranked third.

Beyond taste, the organization's findings included several notable points on composition and value. Laboratory tests revealed that sodium levels in several top-ranked chickens, including those from Sam's Club, Costco, Stop & Shop, Wegmans, and Whole Foods, were...