Frozen Meals Sold at Walmart, Kroger and More Recalled Nationwide Due to Contamination
Key Takeaways
- Frozen meals from Lean Cuisine and Stouffer’s are being recalled.
- The meals were sold nationwide at retailers including Walmart, Giant and Kroger.
- The recall follows consumer complaints that the frozen meals may contain a “wood-like material.”
Nestlé USA just announced a recall on four types of frozen meals sold nationwide, according to a press release. This is due to a potential foreign matter contamination.
The meals being recalled include popular brands Lean Cuisine and Stouffer’s. These recalled frozen products were sold at various retailers nationwide, including Giant, Kroger, Walgreens and Walmart, among others. They were sold between September 2024 and March 2025.
The following products are impacted by this recall, including affected batch numbers and best-by dates:
| Product Name | Printed Batch Numbers | Best-By Dates |
| Lean Cuisine Butternut Squash Ravioli | 4261595912; 4283595912; 4356595912; 5018595912; 5038595912 | OCT2025; NOV2025; JAN2026; FEB2026; MAR2026 |
| Lean Cuisine Spinach Artichoke Ravioli | 4261595912; 4283595912; 4356595912; 5018595912; 5038595912 | OCT2025; NOV2025; JAN2026; FEB2026; MAR2026 |
| Lean Cuisine Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry | 4214595511 | SEPT2025 |
| Stouffer’s Party Size Chicken Lasagna | 4262595915; 4351595915; 5051595915; 5052595915 | OCT2025; JAN2026; MAR2026 |
No other Lean Cuisine or Stouffer’s products are currently impacted by this recall. These frozen meals are being recalled following consumer complaints that they may contain a “wood-like material.” One choking incident has been connected to this recall, per the report.
Check your freezer immediately, and if your frozen dinner matches the recalled information, dispose of it or return to your place of purchase for a possible refund. If you are experiencing any injury or illness after eating one of these recalled products, consult with your doctor as soon as possible.
For more information about this recall, contact Nestlé USA at (800) 681-1676 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. EDT.
