Kirkland brand rotisserie chicken from Costco, shown in plastic food service bag following a major change in packaging, Lafayette, California, April 18, 2024.
Costco has gradually been switching the packaging for its rotisserie chicken to plastic bags.
  • Costco has gradually been switching the packaging for its rotisserie chicken from trays with lids to plastic bags.
  • The bags, referred to as "bachelor's handbags" in Australia, are proving divisive among shoppers.
  • "There's just something unappealing about picking up a bagged chicken," a Reddit user wrote.

Costco has been rolling out new the packaging for its coveted $4.99 rotisserie chicken, and some loyal customers aren't impressed with the change.