Trader Joe’s Joins List of Supermarket Recalls Over Listeria Concerns
Trader Joe’s has expanded a recall of its Cajun Style Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall applies to packages with Best If Used By dates of September 20, 2025, or later, sold exclusively at Trader Joe’s stores in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah.
The company emphasized that no positive Listeria tests have been found in its own products, and no illnesses have been reported. However, testing from another brand using the same ingredient source prompted the new safety alert.
What’s Affected
Only Cajun Style Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with the listed dates sold in the five affected states are part of the recall. All other code dates—and all packages sold in other Trader Joe’s locations nationwide—are unaffected and remain safe to consume.
What Customers Should Do
Shoppers who purchased the affected pasta should discard it immediately or return it to any Trader Joe's location for a full refund. No receipt is required. For complete details and official updates, visit Trader Joe's Announcements page.
Understanding Listeria
Listeria monocytogenes iis a bacterium that can cause serious infections, particularly among pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. It’s most often found in ready-to-eat foods that become contaminated during processing or packaging, especially when refrigerated items aren’t kept at proper temperatures. Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, nausea, and diarrhea, and though rare, severe cases can lead to life-threatening complications.
Final Word
While recalls are always unsettling, Trader Joe’s quick response and transparency help minimize potential risk. The company continues to monitor the situation closely and will post updates on its website as needed, urging customers to err on the side of caution and check product dates before digging in.