The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert on January 27, 2025, due to concerns about Wegmans frozen chicken nuggets potentially containing bone fragments. The affected nuggets are labeled as "Wegmans Family Pack Fully Cooked Breaded Chicken Breast with Rib Meat" and come packaged in 46-ounce resealable plastic bags with the establishment number P-33944.
This alert covers frozen chicken nuggets sold across multiple states, including Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. The product has the best-by date of August 26, 2025. FSIS notified the public after Wegmans reported multiple consumer complaints about the presence of bone fragments within their chicken nuggets.
“Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume it. This product should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase,” said FSIS. The agency has received no confirmed reports of injuries resulting from the consumption of the chicken nuggets, but the potential health risks of ingesting bone fragments cannot be understated. Contaminated chicken nuggets can lead to choking hazards, serious injury, and other health complications, creating potential serious risks especially for infants and the elderly.
The advisory from FSIS emphasizes the importance of not consuming the product even if it appears safe, stating, “FSIS is concerned the product may be in consumers’ freezers.” Consumers are urged to check their freezers for the affected nuggets and are advised to throw them away immediately or return them to the place of purchase.
Despite the fact the chicken nuggets cannot be found on store shelves currently, many families may still have them stocked away. If anyone has encountered adverse effects related to the consumption of the product, they are encouraged to seek advice from their healthcare provider.
The FSIS public health alert is not unprecedented, as Wegmans faced another recall earlier this year involving their Organic Sweet Kale Chopped Salad Kits due to incorrect condiment packs containing undeclared egg. Such incidents bring to light the importance of food safety and vigilance for consumers. The public should remain informed about potential recalls and safety alerts to avoid similar situations.
“Since this product is targeted at families, children and others could be severely injured from the extraneous material. I strongly advise consumers to remove it from their homes to reduce the risk of injury to themselves or their family,” stated the nation’s leading food poisoning lawyer. This statement reinforces the advice provided by FSIS and underlines the seriousness of the matter.
For any questions or concerns, consumers can contact Wegmans Food Markets at 855-934-3663 or reach out to the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854). Awareness and action are key when dealing with food recalls, ensuring the safety and well-being of families and communities.