Standfirst: Specific batches of 750g Roast Chicken and Gravy Dinners produced by Kilbride Classic Cuisine are being recalled in Ireland because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers should check the back-of-pack details and not eat affected products.
A food recall Ireland alert has been issued for selected Roast Chicken and Gravy Dinners with use-by dates from 17 September to 26 September 2026. The recall applies to products produced by Kilbride Classic Cuisine, although the front label may differ depending on the store where the dinner was purchased.
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) says consumers should check the back of the packaging for the wording “Produced by: Kilbride Classic Cuisine”. Anyone who identifies an affected batch should not eat it.
Products included in the recall
The recalled food products Ireland notice concerns prepared 750g roast chicken and gravy dinners sold under different front-of-pack labels. The back label identifies Kilbride Classic Cuisine as the producer.
- Product: Kilbride Classic Cuisine Roast Chicken & Gravy Dinner
- Alternative labelling: Roast Chicken & Gravy Dinner, with “Produced by: Kilbride Classic Cuisine” on the back label
- Pack size: 750g
- Country of origin: Ireland
- FSAI alert: 2026.58
- Issue: Possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes
Use-by dates affected
The affected use-by dates are:
- 17/09/2026
- 18/09/2026
- 19/09/2026
- 20/09/2026
- 21/09/2026
- 24/09/2026
- 25/09/2026
- 26/09/2026
The source notice does not provide a separate batch number, barcode or lot code. Consumers should therefore use the producer wording on the back label together with the listed use-by dates when checking their product. This is the key information in this product recall Ireland alert.
Why has the product been recalled?
The FSAI says the specified batches are being recalled because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. This wording indicates a potential risk and should not be interpreted as confirmation that every pack is contaminated.
Listeria infection may cause mild flu-like or gastrointestinal symptoms in healthy people, including nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. It can be more serious for people who are particularly vulnerable, including pregnant women, infants, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.
The FSAI notes that the time between infection and symptoms can vary considerably. Anyone concerned after eating an affected product should seek appropriate medical advice rather than relying on this article for personalised guidance.
How to check whether your dinner is affected
The front label may vary from one store to another because the product carries information relating to the individual shop where it was bought. This means shoppers should not rely only on the name or appearance shown on the front of the pack.
- Find the back-of-pack label.
- Check whether it says “Produced by: Kilbride Classic Cuisine”.
- Check the use-by date against the dates listed above.
- If the product matches the producer details and an affected date, do not eat it.
This back-label check is especially important for consumers trying to identify what food has been recalled in Ireland when the same prepared meal may appear under different store-specific branding.
What consumers should do
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches. The official alert instructs retailers to remove the affected dinners from sale, and recall notices are expected to be displayed at points of sale.
If you have an affected pack, keep it separate from other food and follow the retailer’s recall instructions. The FSAI notice does not specify whether a receipt is required, whether every retailer offers a refund, or whether the product must be returned to the original store. Consumers should contact the store where they bought it for return and refund information.
Retailers, wholesalers and distributors have also been asked to remove the affected batches, contact relevant customers and display recall information. The notice does not identify individual retailer names because the product’s front label varies by store.
Frequently asked questions
Which product has been recalled?
Specific 750g Roast Chicken and Gravy Dinners produced by Kilbride Classic Cuisine are affected.
Which dates should I check?
Check use-by dates of 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25 or 26 September 2026, along with the back-label producer wording.
Is every Roast Chicken and Gravy Dinner affected?
No. The notice applies only to the specified product batches and dates identified by the FSAI. Do not assume that other products, pack sizes or dates are included.
What if I have already eaten the product?
If you are concerned, particularly if you are in a vulnerable group or develop symptoms, seek appropriate medical advice. Do not attempt to diagnose yourself from this notice.
Key takeaway
This food recall Ireland warning affects selected 750g Roast Chicken and Gravy Dinners produced by Kilbride Classic Cuisine because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Check the back label and use-by date carefully, and do not eat any matching product. For the latest official information, consult the FSAI food alerts and any recall notice displayed by the retailer.
