7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight
Recalled by an unnamed company
Meat & poultry recall
Recalled product
Public Health Alert
The USDA issued a public health alert to warn consumers about this product. This is used when a recall was not requested or is not possible — for example, when the product is no longer being sold — but people may still have it at home.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) has issued a public health alert for 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight from The recalling company. The alert was issued on March 31, 2025. The USDA issued a public health alert to warn consumers about this product. This is used when a recall was not requested or is not possible — for example, when the product is no longer being sold — but people may still have it at home.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the USDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight. The company behind the recall is The recalling company. The USDA describes the product as: “7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight, 14.3-oz. plastic tubs of “Allen FAMILY FOODS WHITE CHICKEN CHILI with Bell Peppers, Corn & White Beans,” with lot codes E225077, E225079, E225080, E225081, E225083 and “best before by dates” of 03/18/2026, 03/20/20”
According to the official notice, the recalled product was sold at Costco stores. If you shop there, check your purchases against the details below.
Why was 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight recalled?
According to the USDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Produced Without Benefit of Inspection. WASHINGTON, March 31, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for a ready-to-eat (RTE) white chicken chili imported from Canada that did not receive the benefit of import reinspect….” In plain terms, this recall relates to foreign material.
A foreign material recall means that pieces of something which should not be in food — such as metal, plastic, or glass — may be present. These can pose a choking hazard or cause injury. Recalls like these are issued to remove the affected product before anyone is hurt.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official USDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact The recalling company or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in Idaho, Oregon, Washington. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public USDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the USDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters to anyone who bought 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight at Costco. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.
The official notice names Costco among the places this product was sold, so if you shop there it's worth a look in your kitchen, pantry, or garage.
What foreign material actually means
A foreign material recall means that pieces of something which should not be in food — such as metal, plastic, or glass — may be present. These can pose a choking hazard or cause injury. Recalls like these are issued to remove the affected product before anyone is hurt.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.
How to check whether you have it
USDA-inspected meat and poultry carry an establishment number inside the round USDA mark of inspection, usually on the front of the package or on the sealed edge. Lot codes and pack dates are typically printed near that mark.
Compare what you find against the product details listed above. If the codes don't match, your item isn't part of this recall.
What to do if you already bought it
Do not eat the product, even if it looks and smells normal — contamination is usually invisible.
Return it to the store for a refund, or throw it away in a sealed bag so pets and wildlife can't reach it.
If it touched other food or surfaces, wash those surfaces and your hands with hot soapy water. When in doubt, contact the manufacturer or your local health department.
Full recall details
- Date reported
- March 31, 2025
- Recall started
- March 31, 2025
- Distributed in
- Idaho, Oregon, Washington
Produced Without Benefit of Inspection. WASHINGTON, March 31, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for a ready-to-eat (RTE) white chicken chili imported from Canada that did not receive the benefit of import reinspection. A recall was not requested because the product is no longer available for purchase.Show full text ▾
Produced Without Benefit of Inspection. WASHINGTON, March 31, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for a ready-to-eat (RTE) white chicken chili imported from Canada that did not receive the benefit of import reinspection. A recall was not requested because the product is no longer available for purchase. The following product is subject to the public health alert [ view labels ]: 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight, 14.3-oz. plastic tubs of “Allen FAMILY FOODS WHITE CHICKEN CHILI with Bell Peppers, Corn & White Beans,” with lot codes E225077, E225079, E225080, E225081, E225083 and “best before by dates” of 03/18/2026, 03/20/2026, 03/21/2026, 3/22/2026, and 03/24/2026. The product bears the Canadian establishment seal “7011.” This item was shipped to select Costco stores in Idaho, Oregon and Washington. The problem was discovered by FSIS inspection personnel who determined that the chicken chili product was not presented for FSIS import reinspection. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about a reaction should contact a healthcare provider. FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ pantries. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Consumers and members of the media with questions about the public health alert can contact Billy Allen, Director of Operations, Allen Family Foods at 1-877-813-1884 or email at customercare@allenfamilyfoods.ca . 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 . For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/ .What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight recalled?+
According to the USDA: Produced Without Benefit of Inspection.
How serious is this recall?+
Public Health Alert. The USDA issued a public health alert to warn consumers about this product. This is used when a recall was not requested or is not possible — for example, when the product is no longer being sold — but people may still have it at home.
What should I do if I have 7 lbs. 2 oz. cartons containing eight?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) data for this recall.
Recall number: USDA-PHA-03312025-01. Information last synced from the USDA on July 31, 2026.