Tyson Foods Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 8.5 million lb of frozen, fully cooked chicken.

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Tyson Foods Recalls 8.5M Pounds of Chicken

Tyson Foods Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 8.5 million lb of frozen, fully cooked chicken.

Tyson has been working closely with the U.S. Department of Agriculture on this recall. While there is no conclusive evidence that the products were contaminated at the time of shipment, the voluntary recall is being initiated out of an abundance of caution.

The affected products were produced at a plant in Dexter, MO between December 26, 2020 and April 13, 2021, and distributed to foodservice and retail customers nationwide and Puerto Rico. They are being recalled as a precaution due to possible exposure to Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria. 

“We’re committed to providing safe, healthy food that people rely on every day,” said Scott Brooks, senior vice president, food safety and quality assurance, Tyson Foods. “We are taking this precautionary step out of an abundance of caution and in keeping with our commitment to safety.”

Products Included

The recall includes Tyson branded frozen, fully cooked products, as well as private label products made for customers. These products were sold to foodservice and retail customers and distributed nationwide. Each package of the affected retail products has the establishment code P-7089.

A list of product labels for the impacted retail products are available for download and comprehensive list of all retail and foodservice products can be found here.

Only those products listed are being recalled.  No other Tyson products are impacted by the recall, including but not limited to any Tyson brand fresh chicken; frozen, raw chicken products, or chicken nuggets. 

A list of retail stores that received the product will eventually be posted on USDA’s website. Click here to locate the “retail distribution list” 

Consumers with questions should call or text 1-855-382-3101. Customer service representatives are available Sunday- Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CDT.

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