ASDA has issued an urgent product recall after a popular chilled meat product was packaged with an incorrect use-by date, sparking a health warning from the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
The affected item is ASDA Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices bearing a use-by date of May 30, 2025. This date is significantly later than it should be, prompting concerns that customers could unknowingly consume spoiled meat.
Urgent Advice from ASDA and FSA
ASDA has confirmed the recall is a precautionary measure, but the FSA is advising all customers not to eat the product under any circumstances.
In a public notice, ASDA stated:
“If you have purchased ASDA Hot and Spicy Chicken Breast Slices with a use-by date of May 30, please return it to your nearest store.
You will receive a full refund, no receipt required. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
The FSA echoed the warning, urging customers to return the product immediately for a refund and avoid consumption to prevent any potential health risks.
No Illnesses Reported — But Action Urged
So far, there have been no reported cases of illness linked to the recalled chicken slices. However, the incorrect packaging date increases the risk of bacterial growth, which could cause food poisoning if consumed past its actual expiry.
How to Identify the Recalled Product
- Product: ASDA Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices
- Packaging Date: Use-by May 30, 2025
- Action: Return to store for a full refund
Customers with concerns are encouraged to contact ASDA’s customer relations team for more details.
Growing Scrutiny Over Supermarket Recalls
This latest recall comes amid a string of food safety alerts across UK supermarkets. Recent recalls have included:
- Morrisons sausages — feared to contain plastic fragments
- Aldi baby potatoes — due to undeclared allergens
- ASDA pork belly slices — incorrect ingredients labelling
Stay Updated on Food Safety
For real-time updates on product recalls and food safety alerts, follow the Food Standards Agency and check your supermarket’s website.
If you have the affected ASDA product, do not eat it. Return it immediately to your local store for a refund. For further information, contact ASDA’s customer service or visit the Food Standards Agency website.
