Do you want to know how to cook Costco Pierogies? We’ll demonstrate the most efficient methods, such as air-frying or baking them. Pierogi, which are essentially stuffed dumplings native to Eastern Europe, work wonderfully both as a supplementary dish and on their own as a complete meal.

Costco Pierogies are quick and easy to prepare if they are pre-cooked and frozen (as most packaged brands are). You can boil, sauté, bake, and do other things. If you have frozen (fresh-frozen) pierogi, boil them on the stove for the best results; you can finish them in a pan if you prefer.

What Are Costco Pierogies?

Pierogi are dumplings made from unleavened dough. A variety of sweet or savory fillings can be placed inside the half-moon-shaped pastry, including cream cheese, sauerkraut, meat, onion, or mashed potatoes.

They are mostly served as a side dish, boiled then pan-fried, as delicious comfort food.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• On the outside, the dough crisps up nicely, leaving the middle soft, pillowy, and delicious!
• Cleaning is minimal. You won’t need pots and pans for this recipe. It cooks right in the air fryer basket.
• This is a quick side dish or snack. The fact that they cook straight from frozen in 10 minutes or less means you can have these hot and ready in no time.
• You can make them for snack time. Crispy Costco pierogies are great as a snack! Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce.

Best Time & Temperature for Air Fried Costco Pierogies

• Frozen Pierogies – 10-12 minutes at 400°F/200°C.
• Shelf Stable Pierogies – 8-10 minutes at 400°F/200°C.
• Mini Pierogies – 6-8 minutes at 400°F/200°C.

How To Cook Frozen Costco Pierogies In An Air Fryer?

• Heat the air fryer to 400°F/200°C.
• Toss the frozen Costco pierogies in a bowl with olive oil. Brush or spray the air fryer basket with oil.
• Tip: To ensure my pierogies are lightly coated with oil, I rub them all over them with my hands.
• Put the pierogies in the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary).
• Bake for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through (or flipping them with tongs).
• If you want your pierogies crispier, cook them a little longer or less time to make them softer.
• Enjoy while still warm!

What To Serve With Costco Pierogies?

You are welcome to sit down with a pan and a fork, but here are a few ideas for serving:

Proteins:

• Beef Enchiladas
• Crockpot Corned Beef
• Beef And Broccoli
• Crab Salad

Side dishes and sauces:

• Barbecue Sauce
• Red Potato Salad
• Potato Salad Without Mayo
• Tartar Sauce
• Tuna Salad Nicoise

How To Cook Frozen Costco Pierogies In The Microwave?

• In a microwave-safe bowl, place your Costco pierogies and pour enough water to cover them.
• Wrap the bowl loosely in plastic wrap.
• Cook the pierogies for 7 minutes on high in the microwave.
• Drain and serve them after they are cooked.

How To Cook Frozen Costco Pierogies In The Oven?

Probably the simplest method of cooking Frozen Costco Pierogies is in the oven.

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
• Prepare the baking tray by oiling it.
• On the baking tray, arrange frozen pierogies in one layer.
• Brush each pierogi with melted butter or oil.
• Then bake your Costco Pierogies for 15 minutes in the preheated 375 degrees oven, or until golden brown.

How To Cook Frozen Costco Pierogies In A Pan?

• Preheat the frying pan to medium heat, or 375 degrees F.
• Melt some butter in the pan.
• Place the frozen Costco pierogies in the pan.
• You should fry them for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they turn golden.

How To Cook Frozen Costco Pierogies In Instant Pot?

1. In the instant pot, place the frozen Costco pierogies on the steam rack.
2. Add approximately 2 cups of water to the instant pot so that it touches the bottom of the steam rack.
3. Set the timer for one minute and select the high pressure.
4. Close the lid for one minute, then quickly vent the steam.
5. Allow your Costco pierogies to sit in the pot for five minutes before uncovering them.

How To Cook Frozen Costco Pierogies In A Crock Pot?

• In a pan, melt butter and fry one chopped onion.
• Add your Costco pierogies to the crockpot and top with melted butter and fried onion.
• Sprinkle some salt and pepper on top.
• Cook for 3 hours on high, rearranging the pierogies occasionally.

How To Cook Frozen Costco Pierogies In A Ninja Foodi?

1. Set the Ninja Foodi to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Set the timer for 20 minutes and place the frozen pierogies in the Ninja Foodi.
3. Cook your Costco pierogi for 10 minutes, then shake them.
4. Continue cooking for another 10 minutes.

How To Store Cooked Costco Pierogies Leftovers?

• Storing: Leftover Costco Pierogies can be kept in the fridge for 3-4 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave or cook in the air fryer at 325F until warm and crispy.
• Freezing: Since the pierogies had previously been frozen, re-freezing is not recommended.

Recipe Tips

• Make sure each pierogi is fully coated with oil by brushing or using your hands.
• In the air fryer basket, arrange the pierogies in a single layer. If they overlap, they may steam too much and become soggy. You need to cook them in batches for the best results. Same for the oven don’t overcrowd it.
• Similar to ovens, air fryers also have different variations in time and temperature. Make sure you check your Costco pierogies after 8 minutes to see if they need more or less cooking time and adjust until they are cooked to your desired texture.

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Costco Pierogies Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving ( 4 Pierogies )

• Calories 210
• Total Fat 3g
• Sodium 340mg
• Total Carbohydrate 40g
• Dietary Fiber 2g
• Sugars 5g
• Protein 7g
• Vitamin A 0%
• Vitamin C 0%
• Calcium 4%
• Iron 15%

Nutrition Facts Source: Source