On June 17, 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced a recall of FreshRealm’s ready-to-eat chicken Alfredo due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected pasta dishes, sold under the Marketside label at Walmart and Home Chef at Kroger, are linked to a significant Listeria outbreak spanning 13 states.
To check if you possess the recalled chicken Alfredo meals, look for the following details:
– 32.8-ounce packages of Marketside Grilled Chicken Alfredo with fettuccine, indicating a “best by” date on or before June 27, 2025.
– 12.3-ounce packages of Marketside Grilled Chicken Alfredo with fettuccine and broccoli, with a “best by” date on or before June 26, 2025.
– 12.5-ounce packages of Home Chef Heat & Eat Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with a “best by” date on or before June 19, 2025.
All products include the establishment numbers “EST. P-50784,” “EST. P-47770,” or “EST. P-47718” on the USDA inspection mark.
Consumers are advised to discard the recalled meals or return them to the point of purchase for a full refund. Both Walmart and Kroger have been alerted to withdraw these items from their shelves.
This recall is part of an ongoing investigation concerning the Listeria outbreak, which has resulted in 17 reported illnesses, three fatalities, and one fetal loss. While FSIS has not definitively linked FreshRealm’s chicken Alfredo to the outbreak, several affected individuals have indicated that they consumed these products prior to falling ill. Out of an abundance of caution, FreshRealm has initiated this recall as health officials continue their investigation.
Symptoms of Listeria infection typically manifest within two weeks after consuming contaminated food and may include fever, headache, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal distress. While healthy individuals may not experience severe illness, Listeria can present serious health risks to older adults, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems. Anyone experiencing symptoms is encouraged to seek medical attention.
For further inquiries regarding the recall, consumers can contact FreshRealm’s customer service at 888-244-1562. It’s crucial for the public to stay informed and vigilant amid this investigation to protect their health and safety.