Full Breakdown
Nationwide Recall of Breaded Chicken Due to Undeclared Allergen
12/16/2025, 11:26:36 PM
Overview of the Recall
Suzanna’s Kitchen, a Georgia-based company, is recalling approximately 62,550 pounds of fully cooked, bone-in breaded chicken products due to misbranding and the presence of an undeclared allergen, soy. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced the recall on December 16, 2025, after the company identified that the chicken, produced on October 16, 2025, contained soy, which was not listed on the product label.
The affected products include eight-piece cut, bone-in breaded chicken portions packaged in 18-pound cases, each containing four units labeled “FULLY COOKED BREADED CHICKEN PORTIONS.” The case code for the recalled items is P-1380 126237 B30851 23:11 K04, and they bear the USDA mark of inspection and establishment number “P-1380.” These products were distributed to restaurant locations across the United States.
Health Risks and Recommendations
The FSIS classified this recall as a Class I, indicating a health hazard situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of the product could cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Although no confirmed reports of illness have been linked to the recalled chicken, individuals with allergies or sensitivities to soy are at risk of serious health issues, including life-threatening reactions.
Restaurants are advised not to serve the recalled chicken and to dispose of it immediately. Consumers who suspect they may have consumed the affected product and are experiencing allergic reactions are urged to contact a healthcare provider.
Official Statements & Responses
In its announcement, the FSIS expressed concern that some of the recalled chicken may still be present in restaurant refrigerators or freezers. The agency routinely monitors recalls to ensure that companies effectively notify customers and remove affected products from distribution.
Dawn Duncan, Customer Service Director at Suzanna’s Kitchen, is available for inquiries regarding the recall at dduncan@suzannaskitchen.com. For general food safety questions, consumers can reach out to the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854.
Criticism & Opposition
While no specific dissenting viewpoints were reported in the sources, the potential for serious health risks associated with undeclared allergens has raised concerns among consumer advocacy groups regarding food labeling practices. The incident highlights the importance of accurate labeling to prevent allergic reactions and ensure consumer safety.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The problem was discovered when the company notified FSIS that they had identified chicken product containing soy that had been mislabeled with a non-allergen containing product code.” — U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service
- “These items were shipped to restaurant locations nationwide.” — U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service
This recall serves as a reminder of the critical need for accurate food labeling to protect consumers, particularly those with food allergies.
