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Consumer complaints lead to recall of more than 13 tons of TGI Fridays chicken bites

Consumer complaints lead to recall of more than 13 tons of TGI Fridays chicken bites
Consumer complaints lead to recall of more than 13 tons of TGI Fridays chicken bites


Simmons Prepared Foods Inc. of Van Buren, AR, is recalling 26,550 pounds of TGI Fridays boneless chicken bites products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically pieces of clear, hard plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

FSIS is concerned that some products may be in consumers’ freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

The products subject to recall have the establishment number “P-20287” printed inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.

The problem was discovered when the firm notified FSIS that it had received consumer complaints reporting that clear, hard plastic was found under the breading of the boneless chicken bites.

There have been no confirmed reports of injury or illness from consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

The boneless chicken bite items were produced on Oct. 3. 

The following products are subject to recall [view labels]:

  • A 15-oz carton containing “TGI FRIDAYS BONELESS CHICKEN BITES HONEY BBQ CHICKEN” with lot code KL3K03 and Best By date of 12/26/2024 is located on the side of the carton.

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