Tyson Foods, a leading food company, has issued a recall for approximately 30,000 pounds of its frozen dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets. The recall comes after reports emerged of metal pieces being found in the product. The affected product is the 29-ounce bags of Fun Nuggets produced on September 5, 2023, with a ‘Best If Used By’ date of September 4, 2024. Customers in several states, including Alabama, California, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin, are advised to dispose of or return the recalled nuggets to their place of purchase.

The recall was announced by the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) following consumer complaints about the presence of metal in the nuggets. There has been one minor oral injury reported, but no other injuries or illnesses have been reported.

The packages containing the affected nuggets have lot codes 2483BRV0207, 2483BRV0208, 2483BRV0209, and 2483BRV0210, with an establishment number ‘P-7211’ on the back of the package.

Tyson Foods is cooperating with the recall and is working to remove the affected product from distribution. Customers who have concerns about an injury or illness are advised to seek medical attention.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is one of the world’s largest food companies and a recognized leader in protein. The company was founded in 1935 and has a broad portfolio of products and brands, including Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, and Ball Park.

Chicken nuggets are a popular processed food that is commonly served as a snack or fast food. They are made from breaded or battered chicken meat, which is then deep-fried or baked. The chicken used can come from various parts of the bird and is often ground or minced before being shaped into small pieces or ‘nuggets’.

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