Major pre-cooked meat supplier Bruce Pac has lately increased the recall of ready-to-eat poultry products following normal testing, which shows possible listeria contamination.
Originally announced on October 9 by the Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS), the recall has since expanded to include over 10 million pounds of chicken products discovered at several grocery stores under different well-known brand names.
Particularly for vulnerable groups including pregnant women, young children, elderly adults, and children with compromised immune systems, listeria is a type of bacterium that can cause major health problems. Although no diseases have yet been recorded, authorities advise consumers to use the recalled goods with care.
Impactful Retailers And Brands
Several major stores carried the recalled chicken products, including:
- Costco
- Walmart
- Trader Joe’s
- Aldi
- Target
- HEB
- Kroger
- Giant Eagle
Apart from Bruce Pac’s own label, these goods were also utilized in several branded products from reputable companies, including:
- Boston Market
- Amazon Fresh
- Jenny Craig
- Atkins
- Signature Select
- Rao’s
- Dole
- Michelina’s
The fact that these well-known products include contaminated chicken draws attention to the broad scope of the recall and the need of consumers checking their purchases.
Products Affected By Recall
Among the particular items on the recall are:
- Red’s Grilled Chicken & Cheddar Burrito
Lot code: SD4271; Best-By-Date: March 27, 2026;
- Great Value Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Lot code: 24225, Best-By-Date: March 27, 2026;
- Jenny Craig Classic Chicken Carbonara
Lot code: 24243, Best-By-Date: February 21, 2026
- Trader Joe’s Salad With BBQ Flavored Chicken
Lot code: 24211, Best-By-Date: September 29, 2024, then October 15, 2024
- Atkins Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
Product code J4281; Best-By-Date: October 7, 2025
- Boston Market Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl
Lot code: J4268, Best-By-Date: September 24, 2025
- Michelina’s Chicken Fried Rice
Lot Code: J4239, J4270, Best By Date: On or before August 26, 2025
- Good and Gather Chicken Tikka Masala
Lot code SO58227; Best-By-Date: February 28, 2026
- Taylor Farms Caesar Salad with Chicken
Lot Code: 34013; Best-By-Date: On or before October 12, 2024
- Amazon Fresh Cobb Salad With Chicken & Bacon
Lot Code: 34013, Best-By-Date: On or before October 11, 2024
- Giant Eagle Fiesta Salad Bowl With Chicken
Establishing number: 21794, Best-By-Date: On or before October 11, 2024
What Should Customers Do?
Customers who bought any of these products are advised not to eat them. Rather, they should either throw away the goods or bring them back to the retailer from whence they bought them. Federal officials especially worry about these items being in consumers’ freezers or used by businesses and restaurants to help guarantee that no one becomes sick. Correct recall handling helps to avoid possible listeria exposure.
Listeria’s Potential Harmful Effects
Listeria contamination is especially dangerous since the bacteria can flourish at low temperatures; thus, refrigerated and frozen foods are prone to it.
From mild flu-like symptoms in healthy adults to more severe complications in those who are pregnant, elderly, or have compromised immune systems, the illness, known as listeriosis, can produce a range of symptoms. Particularly in susceptible groups, listeriosis occasionally causes severe infections, blood poisoning, or even death.
Although no illnesses have been reported in association with this recall, consumers are warned to remain vigilant so they don’t unwittingly consume any of the affected goods.
Customer Support And Reporting
Those who have questions about the recall can get Bruce Pac personally by phoning Jeff Golangco, Vice President of Business Development, at 503-874-3000. Questions can also be sent to MPHotline@usda.gov; the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline is available at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854).
The USDA provides a 24-hour Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System for anyone wishing to document any problems involving meat, poultry, or egg products. Customers of this system can report issues they might have encountered following product consumption and voice concerns.
Bruce Pac’s increased recall of ready-to-eat chicken products emphasizes the need for food safety, especially in mass-distributed goods, even if no negative health effects have thus been recorded so far. Customers should inspect the implicated products in their freezers and fridges and take necessary action to avoid casualties. Alert and prompt consumers can ward off the looming listeriosis contamination dangers.
FAQs
What Was The Reason Bruce Pac Recalled These Items?
After normal testing revealed possible listeria contamination in more than 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat chicken, Bruce Pac recalled the goods.
Which Stores Are Influenced By This Recall?
Key stores, including Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Aldi, Costco, Target, HEB, Kroger, and Giant Eagle, carried the recalled goods.
If I Have Purchased One Of These Items, What Should I Do?
Readers should not consume the recalled goods. They can throw them away or bring them back to the retailer from whence they bought them.
Has Anyone Fallen Ill Consuming These Goods?
As of yet, no diseases or side effects have been recorded linked to this recall.
How Can I Report A Problem Or Get Further Information?
Consumers may file a complaint using the USDA online reporting system, call Bruce Pac at 503-874-3000, or call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854.