Suzanna’s Kitchen, a food manufacturer based in Suwanee, Georgia, has issued a nationwide recall of more than 62,000 pounds of fully cooked, breaded chicken products due to misbranding and the presence of an undeclared allergen. According to federal officials, the recalled products contain soy, which was not listed on the product label, posing a serious risk to individuals with soy allergies.
The recall affects fully cooked, bone-in breaded chicken portions that were produced on October 16, 2025 and distributed to restaurants and foodservice establishments nationwide. The products were packaged in 18-pound cases and bear the USDA mark of inspection along with specific lot and establishment numbers. Because the chicken was distributed primarily to restaurants rather than sold directly in grocery stores, consumers may be unaware they were exposed to the recalled product.
The issue was discovered after the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) determined that the breading used in the chicken contained soy, a major food allergen that must be clearly disclosed on packaging under federal law. Soy is one of the FDA’s “Big Nine” allergens, and exposure can trigger symptoms ranging from mild reactions such as hives and gastrointestinal distress to severe, life-threatening anaphylaxis.
At this time, no confirmed allergic reactions have been reported. However, FSIS is urging restaurants and distributors to stop using the product immediately and either discard it or return it to the manufacturer. Individuals with soy allergies who believe they may have consumed the chicken and are experiencing symptoms should seek medical attention.
This recall underscores the importance of accurate food labeling, particularly for allergen disclosure. Even fully cooked products can pose significant health risks when labeling errors occur, highlighting the need for continued oversight and strict food safety compliance.
