Perdue Foods Recalls Frozen Chicken Nuggets and Tenders: What You Need to Know

Subheadline: Stay Informed About the Recall and Protect Your Health

Important Information

Perdue Foods has issued a recall for over 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders due to potential foreign material contamination.

The affected products were produced at Perdue's Perry, Georgia, facility and have a "best if used by" date of March 23, 2025.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them and to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Reason for Recall

The recall was initiated after Perdue received consumer complaints about possible contamination with metal fragments.

The company is investigating the source of the contamination and has taken steps to address the issue.

Affected Products

• Perdue Chicken Breast Nuggets, 22-ounce packages
• Perdue Chicken Tenders, 24-ounce packages

The affected products have the following package codes:

• 0127230301
• 0127230302

Health Risks

Consuming food that has been contaminated with metal fragments can pose a health risk.

Metal fragments can cause injury to the mouth, throat, or digestive tract if swallowed.

Anyone who has consumed the affected products and experiences any adverse health effects should seek medical attention immediately.

What to Do

If you have purchased any of the affected products, do not consume them.

Return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Contact Perdue Foods' consumer relations department at 1-800-345-2824 if you have any questions or concerns.

Additional Information

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is monitoring the recall and has issued a public health alert.

Consumers can visit the FSIS website or call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-674-6854 for more information.

Perdue Foods is committed to providing safe and wholesome products to its customers and is taking steps to address this issue promptly.