Four Prepared Meals Recalled Over Possible Listeria Presence

Four varieties of prepared meals have been recalled in Ireland because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) says consumers should not eat the affected batches and should check the product name, use-by date and batch code carefully.

The Category 1 food recall Ireland alert, notification 2026.57, concerns 400g and 600g ready meals made in Ireland under the approval number IE 4025 EC. Retailers have been asked to remove the implicated products from sale and display recall notices at the point of sale.

Products included in the recall

The FSAI notice lists four prepared meals and multiple batch and use-by combinations. Only the products, dates and batch codes listed below are included in this alert.

The country of origin given in the FSAI alert is Ireland. The notice does not provide a barcode or list individual retailers, so consumers should rely on the product name, pack size, use-by date and batch code when checking their food.

Why the ready meals were recalled

This supermarket food recall is a precautionary action linked to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The wording means the FSAI has identified a potential risk associated with the specified batches; it does not state that every pack is contaminated.

Listeria infection can cause mild flu-like or gastrointestinal symptoms in healthy people, including nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. The FSAI says infection can be more serious for pregnant women, infants, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.

The alert also notes that the incubation period can vary considerably. It is three weeks on average but may range from three to 70 days, according to the official notice. This information is general guidance and is not a diagnosis.

What consumers should do

If you have one of the listed prepared meals, do not eat it. First compare the product name, pack size, use-by date and batch code with the table above.

• Do not eat an affected batch.
• Keep the product separate from other food while checking the details.
• Follow the retailer or manufacturer’s recall instructions for returning or disposing of the meal.
• If you are concerned after eating an affected product, seek appropriate medical advice.

The official consumer instruction is not to eat the implicated batches. The FSAI alert does not confirm whether a receipt is required, whether refunds are available or whether every retailer will use the same return process. Consumers should contact the store where they bought the meal for retailer-specific refund information.

Which consumers may face greater risk?

People who are pregnant, infants, older adults and those with weakened immune systems are identified in the FSAI food recall as more vulnerable to severe complications from Listeria monocytogenes infection. Anyone concerned about their health after consuming a recalled product should contact a healthcare professional for advice.

This is a microbiological food recall, not an allergen alert. The notice does not identify an undeclared allergen, and consumers should not assume that other meals, batch numbers or date markings are affected.

How to check a recalled food batch

Look for the batch code and use-by date on the packaging, then compare both details with the official FSAI list. A matching product name alone is not enough because the alert applies only to the specified batches and dates.

Retailers, wholesalers and distributors have been instructed to remove the affected meals from sale and support the recall process. Point-of-sale notices should also be displayed for shoppers.

Frequently asked questions

Which food products have been recalled?

The affected products are Fit Foods Chicken & Chorizo with Baby Potatoes, Fit Foods Chicken & Stuffing with Potatoes and Gravy, Chef Select High Protein Jamaican Jerk Chicken, and Fresh Choice Kitchen Roast Chicken Dinner.

What hazard is involved?

The meals are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Can I eat a different batch?

The alert concerns only the batch codes and use-by dates listed by the FSAI. Do not eat a pack that matches the listed details.

Can I return recalled food without a receipt?

The official alert does not confirm the receipt policy. Contact the retailer where the product was purchased before returning it.

Bottom line for consumers

This food recall Ireland alert affects specific Fit Foods, Chef Select and Fresh Choice Kitchen prepared meals. Check the recalled food batch number, use-by date and pack size now, and do not eat any product matching the FSAI list. Consumers should follow the latest official retailer or FSAI guidance if further details are issued.