SHOCKING Recall Hits Household Favorite

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Nearly 10,000 pounds of chicken snacks are being recalled after authorities discovered they were produced in a facility operating completely outside of federal food safety oversight.

Key Takeaways

  • Snack Mania Brazilian Delights Corp. is recalling 9,722 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken coxinhas that were produced without mandatory USDA inspection.
  • The affected products were distributed across eight states: Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
  • The recall covers products produced over an extended period from June 27, 2024, to May 2, 2025.
  • The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) discovered the violation during routine surveillance activities.
  • No illnesses have been reported so far, but consumers are advised to return or dispose of the products immediately.

Uninspected Food Entering American Homes

The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service has announced that Snack Mania Brazilian Delights Corp. is recalling approximately 9,722 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken coxinhas after authorities discovered the products were produced without the benefit of federal inspection. This serious food safety violation was uncovered during routine FSIS surveillance activities, revealing that these popular Brazilian stuffed chicken bites completely bypassed the critical safety inspections required by U.S. law.

The products in question lack the USDA mark of inspection and were manufactured in a facility that had not undergone the required federal inspection process. This oversight means that there was no official verification that the manufacturing conditions met proper food safety standards. The specific product being recalled is packaged in 16.37-oz.. plastic containers labeled “Snack Mania COXINHAS BRAZILIAN STUFFED BITES Original Chicken,” and consumers are being warned to check their refrigerators and freezers for these potentially hazardous items.

Wide Distribution Across Multiple States

The uninspected chicken products were shipped to retail locations across eight states, primarily in the eastern United States. Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania are all affected by this recall. The widespread distribution highlights the concerning reach of these uninspected food products, potentially exposing thousands of American families to food items that have not undergone proper safety verification protocols.

What makes this recall particularly troubling is the extended production timeframe involved. The affected products were produced over a nearly year-long period from June 27, 2024, to May 2, 2025. This extensive production window raises questions about how long this facility was operating without proper oversight and how many consumers might have already consumed these products. The FSIS is concerned that some of these items may still be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers.

Consumer Safety Recommendations

The USDA is taking a strong stance on this food safety violation, instructing consumers who have purchased these products not to consume them. Anyone who has these chicken coxinhas in their possession should either throw them away or return them to the place of purchase immediately. This decisive action reflects the serious nature of the violation, producing food products without the mandatory inspection procedures designed to protect public health.

While there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products as of the recall notice, the FSIS is advising anyone concerned about a potential illness to contact a healthcare provider. The absence of inspection means these products could potentially contain harmful bacteria, foreign materials, or other safety hazards that would normally be detected during the inspection process. The lack of verified safety measures is the primary concern driving this recall.

Part of a Larger Food Safety Concern

This recall comes amid several other food safety alerts that have been issued in recent weeks. Consumers are already dealing with a salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers from Bedner Growers that has sickened more than 20 people across 15 states. Additionally, baby food sold at Publix has been recalled over suspected lead contamination. These combined food safety issues highlight ongoing concerns about the proper oversight and regulation of our food supply.

The FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify that recalling firms are notifying their customers of the recall and that steps are being taken to ensure the product is no longer available to consumers. The agency will provide additional information as it becomes available. Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline or use the electronic consumer complaint monitoring system.

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