Product Recall: Suzanna’s Kitchen Chicken Undeclared Soy
Just a few days prior to the busy holiday season, Suzanna’s Kitchen, a major food manufacturer, issued a product recall resulting in concerns for restaurants and diners across the country. After officials found out that there was a serious food allergy issue due to incorrect labeling, the company from Georgia had to recall more than 62,000 pounds of breaded chicken that was fully cooked, bone-in.
The Chicken Contains Soy
In error, the company failed to list the ingredient on the label. On December 12, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service verified the problem and noted that the undeclared allergen might affect people with soy allergies.
Obviously, the error arriving during the festive season greatly increases the issue, considering that chicken is still one of the most common dishes for family meals, catering events, and restaurant gatherings.
Take note of the following product recall details:
The 8-piece cut, bone-in breaded chicken portions were produced Oct. 16, 2025. The following product is subject to recall 18-lb. cases containing four units of “FULLY COOKED BREADED CHICKEN PORTIONS,” with case code “P-1380 126237 B30851 23:11 K04” printed on the side of the packaging. The product subject to recall bears the USDA mark of inspection on the case’s label and establishment number “P-1380” printed on the side of the package.
Large Commercial Packs
The recalled chicken was packaged in large food service cases. Suzanna’s Kitchen produced the chicken in mid-October and shipped it to restaurant locations all over the country. Along with the company establishment number, the packaging had the USDA inspection mark, which allowed officials to trace the product quickly when the problem was found.
In fact, the problem was found by the company itself. Suzanna’s Kitchen informed federal inspectors that it had mislabeled chicken containing soy under product packaging that didn’t have allergen information. Consequently, an immediate recall went out for the product. Fortunately, no reports of illness or allergic reactions have been reported yet.
Check Freezers
Nevertheless, FSIS officials warned that some of the recalled chicken might still be in restaurant refrigerators or freezers. They asked restaurants not to serve the product going forward. Instead, they advised businesses to discard it in order to avoid any accidental exposure. Naturally, it’s a very important message during the holiday rush, when work in the kitchens is fast and furious. Most likely, a large number of food orders were going out to customers.
The organization suggested that anyone who thinks they had an allergic reaction or illness should seek medical attention immediately. Food allergies can become very severe very quickly, especially when a highly allergenic ingredient, such as soy, is inadvertently consumed.
Inspections Carried Out
Under the auspices of FSIS, checks are being done to ensure the recall is effective, and inspections are being carried out. Inspectors also made sure that Suzanna’s Kitchen reached out to its customers and withdrew the product from circulation. The agency indicated that it would post distribution details on its website should they become available.
Answers to questions from customers and media can be found by direct contact with Suzanna’s Kitchen. At the same time, the USDA advised customers to get in touch with its Meat and Poultry Hotline in case of food safety questions. As Christmas approaches, stern recall warnings become vital with any suspicious food or labeling issues.
Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov.
If you or your family fall ill, please make sure to consult a medical professional. Remember to check our website often for all your product recall notices.
