Listeria Risk Prompts Recall of Chicken in Seven States

A significant recall of ready-to-eat chicken products has been initiated by a Georgia-based food company, Suzanna’s Kitchen. This action follows concerns over potential listeria contamination, as announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Recall Details

Suzanna’s Kitchen, located in Norcross, Georgia, is recalling around 13,720 pounds of its grilled chicken breast fillet products. The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) reported that the affected chicken was produced on October 14, 2025. The chicken was packaged in 10-pound cases, containing two 5-pound bags of fillets.

Distribution Information

The recalled products were distributed to food service centers across seven states:

• Alabama
• Florida
• Georgia
• Missouri
• New Hampshire
• North Carolina
• Ohio

Health officials have stated that no illness reports have been linked to the consumption of these chicken products.

Detection of Listeria

The issue was uncovered by a third-party laboratory that tested the chicken fillets, detecting the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. This bacterium poses a serious health risk, as listeria infections can lead to severe health complications, particularly in vulnerable populations.

Understanding Listeria

Listeria can be found in various environments, including:

• Soil
• Water
• Sewage
• Vegetation
• Animals

It can thrive even in refrigerated conditions and is typically transmitted through contaminated food during various handling processes.

Health Risks and Recommendations

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), listeria infections are a leading cause of foodborne illness deaths in the U.S. The CDC estimates that annually, approximately 1,250 individuals contract listeria, with about 172 fatalities resulting from the infection.

While no cases of illness linked to the recalled products from Suzanna’s Kitchen have been reported, officials advise consumers with concerns to contact their healthcare providers.

Product Identification

Individuals should note that packages of the potentially contaminated chicken carry the establishment number P-1382, which is located inside the USDA mark of inspection. Additionally, the lot code for these products is 60104 P1382 287 5 J14.

For further information, CBS News has made inquiries to Suzanna’s Kitchen regarding this recall.