Perdue Foods Recalls 167,000 Pounds of Frozen Chicken Products Due to Metal Contamination

Perdue Foods has issued a recall for over 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders due to the potential presence of metal.

What You Need to Know:

* **Affected Products:** Frozen, ready-to-eat chicken breast nuggets and tenders * **Brand:** Perdue Foods * **Establishment Number:** Perry Ga Establishment * **Quantity Recalled:** Approximately 167,171 pounds * **Best If Used By Date:** March 23, 2025

Recall Details:

Perdue Foods LLC has recalled approximately 167,171 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken breast nuggets and tenders, according to the United States Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The affected products were produced on various dates between January 24, 2023, and February 17, 2023. The recall was initiated after Perdue Foods received consumer complaints reporting the presence of metal in the chicken products. According to the FSIS, consuming metal fragments can pose a serious health risk, including injury to the mouth, esophagus, or intestines.

Affected Products:

The following Perdue Foods chicken products are subject to the recall: * 22-ounce bags of "PERDUE Simply Smart Organics Breaded Chicken Breast Nuggets" with a "Best if Used By" date of March 23, 2025, and establishment number "P-7660." * 1-pound bags of "PERDUE Chicken Breast Tenders Original" with a "Best if Used By" date of March 23, 2025, and establishment number "P-7660." * 1-pound bags of "PERDUE Chicken Breast Tenders Homestyle" with a "Best if Used By" date of March 23, 2025, and establishment number "P-7660."

Consumer Actions:

Consumers who have purchased the affected Perdue Foods chicken products are urged to not consume them. The products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Individuals who have consumed the affected products and are experiencing any adverse reactions should seek medical attention immediately.

Additional Information:

The FSIS advises consumers to always check the product packaging for recall announcements and to follow safe food handling practices, including cooking poultry to a safe internal temperature to destroy potential bacteria. For more information about the recall, consumers can contact Perdue Foods' Consumer Relations Department at 1-800-521-6670 or visit the company's website at https://www.purduefoods.com/. Consumers can also report suspected foodborne illnesses to the FSIS using the USDA's online form at https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/public/contactus/reportproblem or by calling the FSIS at 1-888-674-6854.