Overview

• The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a public health alert for Trader Joe’s Chicken, Lentil, & Caramelized Onion Pilaf due to the presence of rocks.
• Multiple consumers have reported finding rocks in the product, with at least one person suffering a dental injury.
• The affected products were produced between November 1, 2023, and January 19, 2024, but are no longer available for purchase in stores.
• Customers who have purchased the product are encouraged to check their freezers and either discard the product or return it to any Trader Joe’s location for a full refund.
• This incident marks the fourth Trader Joe’s product containing rocks in less than a year, raising concerns about food safety and quality control.