In a single day, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service released two public health alerts and one formal recall covering three different food products, each presenting a distinct hazard. If you bought any of these items recently, here’s what you need to know.
Why This Matters
Three USDA food safety actions occurring on the same day are uncommon. Together they address three consumer risk categories: bacterial contamination from Listeria, undeclared allergens in raw chicken products, and mislabeling that concealed an allergen on the product label.
For individuals with egg or milk allergies, the undeclared allergen alerts are especially urgent. Egg and milk are major food allergens regulated under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act. Consuming a product that contains a known allergen without warning on the label can trigger reactions ranging from mild discomfort to life‑threatening anaphylaxis.
Product One: Listeria Contamination in Fresh Seasons Kitchen Chicken Caesar Wrap
On June 25, 2026, USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for 8.7‑ounce clear‑plastic‑wrapped packages labeled “FRESH SEASONS Kitchen Chicken Caesar Wrap” with a “Sell By: 6/24/2026” date printed on the back label above the ingredients. The establishment number P‑45091 appears inside the USDA mark of inspection.
The wraps were produced on June 16, 2026 and distributed to Holiday convenience stores in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Routine product testing revealed Listeria monocytogenes contamination. No illnesses have been linked to this product as of the June 25 alert.
A formal recall was not requested because the sell‑by date of June 24 has passed and the product is no longer for sale. However, anyone who purchased these wraps and has not yet discarded them should be aware of the risk.
What to do: If you possess a FRESH SEASONS Kitchen Chicken Caesar Wrap with a sell‑by date of June 24, 2026, do not eat it. Discard it immediately. As with all Listeria exposures, monitor for symptoms for up to 70 days after potential exposure. High‑risk groups—pregnant women, adults 65 and older, and immunocompromised individuals—should contact a healthcare provider if they consumed this product.
Product Two: Undeclared Egg Allergen in Private Selection Honey Dijon Boneless Chicken Breasts
A second public health alert from USDA on June 25, 2026 concerns 21‑ounce vacuum‑packed packages labeled “PRIVATE SELECTION Honey Dijon Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts with Rib Meat” bearing a “BEST IF USED BY: JUN 28 2026” date and lot code “15326A.”
This product was shipped to Kroger and Fred Meyer stores in Alabama, Alaska, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Oregon, Tennessee, Washington, and Wisconsin. The issue arose when a retailer applied the correct front label but an incorrect back label, causing the ingredients statement to omit several allergens.
Egg is a major allergen. Individuals with egg allergies who unknowingly consume this product could experience reactions ranging from mild to severe. No adverse reactions have been reported as of June 25, 2026.
What to do: If you bought Private Selection Honey Dijon Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts with the June 28, 2026 best‑by date and lot code 15326A from Kroger or Fred Meyer in the listed states, do not consume the product. Return it to the store for a refund. If you have an egg allergy and have eaten this product, watch for allergic‑reaction symptoms and seek medical advice if they develop.
Product Three: Reser’s Fine Foods Pasta Salad Recall for Undeclared Allergens (Egg and Milk)
On June 25, 2026, Reser’s Fine Foods, Inc. initiated a formal recall of roughly 5,300 pounds of “Molly’s Kitchen California Style Pasta Salad”—a product that may actually contain chicken salad rather than pasta salad.
According to USDA and Food Safety News, Reser’s notified FSIS that it had mislabeled ready‑to‑eat chicken salad as pasta salad. The product contains egg and milk—both recognized allergens—that were not disclosed on the pasta salad label.
The affected items are:
- 5‑pound plastic tub packages labeled “Molly’s Kitchen California Style Pasta Salad”
- “USE BY JUL/16/26 430” printed on the side of the tub
- Establishment number “P‑00874” printed on the side of the tub
- Production date: June 11, 2026
The product was sent to distributors in Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, New Jersey, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia for further distribution to foodservice locations. No illness reports have been received.
What to do: If you work in a foodservice setting in the listed states and have this product, do not serve it. Contact your distributor or Reser’s Fine Foods regarding return and refund procedures. If you or a customer with egg or milk allergies consumed this product, monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if they appear.
Who Faces the Greatest Risk?
For the Listeria‑contaminated wrap, the highest‑risk individuals are pregnant women, adults aged 65 and older, and immunocompromised persons. For the allergen‑related alerts, the greatest risk falls on people with documented egg or milk allergies who consumed these products believing them to be allergen‑free.
Anaphylaxis—a severe, potentially fatal allergic reaction—demands immediate emergency care. Indicators include sudden throat tightening, difficulty breathing, rapidly spreading hives, dizziness, and a sharp drop in blood pressure.
Symptoms and Warning Signs to Watch For
Listeria exposure: Symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, nausea, and diarrhea may appear anywhere from one day to 70 days after exposure. Invasive listeriosis can lead to severe headache, stiff neck, and confusion. Contact a healthcare provider promptly if any of these symptoms develop after consuming the Listeria‑flagged product.
Egg or milk allergy reaction: Symptoms typically arise within minutes to two hours of exposure and may include hives, skin flushing, stomach cramping, vomiting, diarrhea, nasal congestion, shortness of breath, or swelling of the lips or throat. Severe reactions require immediate emergency intervention.
What You Can Do Now
- Inspect your refrigerator now for all three products identified in the June 25 USDA actions.
- Discard any FRESH SEASONS Kitchen Chicken Caesar Wrap with a sell‑by date of 6/24/2026.
- Return or dispose of Private Selection Honey Dijon Boneless Chicken Breasts bearing lot code 15326A and a best‑by date of June 28, 2026.
- Foodservice operators: return or discard any Molly’s Kitchen California Style Pasta Salad with a use‑by date of JUL/16/26 and establishment number P‑00874.
- If you have a food allergy and have consumed any of the allergen‑mislabeled products, contact your allergist or healthcare provider.
- Report any adverse reactions to the USDA FSIS Consumer Complaint System or call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1‑888‑MPHotline (1‑888‑674‑6854).
Cost and Access: What Patients Should Know
All three products can be returned to the point of purchase for a refund. Emergency medical care for anaphylaxis or severe Listeria illness is generally covered by most insurance plans. Uninsured individuals should seek treatment at the nearest emergency department, as anaphylaxis and invasive Listeria constitute medical emergencies.
What Happens Next
The USDA FSIS will continue to monitor these three situations. If illness cases emerge linked to any of the products, the agency will update its investigation. MedicalDaily will report on any case counts or expanded recalls.
The Bottom Line
Three separate food safety actions in a single day—Listeria contamination, two undeclared allergen incidents, and 5,300 pounds of mislabeled products containing egg and milk without proper labeling—highlight the need to check your refrigerator and pantry now. Individuals with egg or milk allergies and anyone in a Listeria high‑risk group face the most immediate concern.
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