Costco’s Rotisserie Chicken Faces Lawsuit: ‘I’ll Crash Out if My $4.99 Chickens Disappear!!!’
A class-action lawsuit claims the beloved chicken isn't as preservative-free as advertised
For decades, Costco has made preparing dinner at home easier than ever. Their extensive freezer section and prepared food section have made it so you and your loved ones can enjoy a dinner that tastes almost homemade without having to break out a single pot or pan. However, one of Costco’s most celebrated dinner staples is the reliable rotisserie chicken. Costing just $4.99 for an entire roast chicken, the moist meat and savory, golden skin have made it a staple on people’s dinner tables for decades. However, the Costco rotisserie chicken is currently at the center of a scandal, as the store’s hottest item has been brought up in a lawsuit that claims the “no preservatives” label in stores is inaccurate. Read all about the lawsuit and what it might mean for Costco shoppers.
All about the Costco rotisserie chicken lawsuit
If the smell of the roasting chicken or the alluring view of the birds rotating to golden perfection isn’t enough to pull you in and grab a rotisserie chicken, perhaps the $4.99 price tag is. Many shoppers don’t leave the retailer without picking up one of these affordable fridge staples, and the low cost and lack of preparation required make the chicken perfect for salads, dips, soups and more. However, two California residents have filed a class-action lawsuit against Costco, claiming the stores has falsely advertised that the Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken contains no preservatives when in fact, it does.
The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of California, pointed out that these chickens contain sodium phosphate and carrageenan, and that the retailer has “systemically cheated customers out of tens—if not hundreds—of millions of dollars” by claiming that their chickens are free of preservatives. The lawsuit also went on to say that the ingredients present in this chicken were only listed in small letters on the back of the package, and that had they known that the rotisserie chickens contained preservatives, they would not have made the purchase.
The plaintiffs in this case are represented by the Almeida Law Group, who have since commented on the matter in a press release. “Consumers reasonably rely on clear, prominent claims like ‘No Preservatives,’ especially when deciding what they and their families will eat,” said Wesley M. Griffith, California Managing Partner of the Almeida Law Group. “Costco’s own ingredient list contradicts its marketing. That’s unlawful, and it’s unfair.”
What are Costco shoppers saying about the rotisserie chicken lawsuit?
Since news of this lawsuit broke, Costco shoppers have been sharing their opinions on the matter. “Keeps our busy family properly fed instead of grabbing junk food. Add a few sides and fast and nutritious dinner is ready,” wrote one Costco supporter on Reddit. “This lawsuit better not mess up my chicken value!! I get a giant jar of delicious broth, chicken dinner, flautas, enchiladas, chicken caesar salad and even chicken and tomatillo crepes out of these bad boys,” wrote another customer. “I’ll crash out if my $4.99 chickens disappear!!!”
Since this lawsuit is still in the early stages, there’s no saying what’s to come, and as of publication Costco has yet to respond publicly. However, should the lawsuit be settled, there’s a possibility that Costco shoppers who purchased these chickens may be compensated.
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