WASHINGTON, D.C. – 'Hungry Man' frozen chicken dinners have been recalled due to salmonella concerns, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
Federal officials posted a public health alert on Friday regarding the frozen dinners because of concerns of possible Salmonella contamination of the whey powder used to make them.
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The recall is for 15.25-oz. individual frozen microwavable dinners with “HUNGRY MAN CHIPOTLE BBQ SAUCED BONELESS CHICKEN WYNGZ” printed on the label and a “best-buy” date of 9/6/19 and the establishment number “EST. P138” or “P-138” on the side of the carton.
The FSIS reported the problem was discovered on July 17 when Pinnacle Foods Inc. received notice from its supplier that the recalled whey powder ingredient was used in ranch dressing seasoning supplied to the firm. The ranch dressing seasoning was used in mashed potatoes that are included in the Hungry Man chicken dinners.
“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,” according to the FSIS public alert.
Although people of any age can be infected by Salmonella, infants, children, seniors and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness that can result in hospitalization and life-long complications.
Symptoms of a Salmonella infection, typically start 6 to 72 hours after exposure to the bacteria, but in some people it takes two weeks for symptoms to develop. Symptoms include fever, chills, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, headache, nausea and vomiting. The symptoms usually last for four to seven days and if you experience those symptoms, experts suggest you see a doctor.