Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked to Pasta Recalled in Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin

Illinois is among the states impacted by a deadly Listeria monocytogenes outbreak tied to pre-packaged chicken fettuccine alfredo meals sold at both Walmart and Kroger.

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The FDA confirms 17 people across 13 states have been infected, with 3 deaths and 16 hospitalizations reported so far. One case involved a pregnant woman whose infection led to fetal loss. FDA health officials are actively monitoring the situation as more infections are confirmed.

The outbreak is linked to FreshRealm, Inc. products, recalled on June 17, 2025, and sold under the Marketside (Walmart) and Home Chef (Kroger) brands. Affected meals include:

• Marketside Grilled Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccine, 12.3 oz and 32.8 oz
• Home Chef Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, 12.5 oz
• Best-by dates: June 26 or earlier
• USDA establishment numbers: EST. P-50784, EST. P-47770, EST. P-47718

The meals were produced in facilities in California, Georgia, and Indiana and distributed nationwide. Several illnesses have already been reported in Illinois, with the possibility of the product being available in stores across Iowa and Wisconsin.

What is Listeria?

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause serious illness, especially in pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include:

• Fever, muscle aches, nausea, diarrhea
• Severe cases: confusion, stiff neck, seizures, or pregnancy complications

Symptoms can appear anywhere from the same day to 10 weeks after eating contaminated food.

If you bought these meals from Walmart or Kroger before June 17th, check your fridge or freezer. If your product matches the description, do not eat it. Throw it away or return it to the store. Anyone with symptoms should contact a healthcare provider and leave a report on the FDA website here. The FDA is continuing to investigate this outbreak as well as the illnesses and deaths linked to it.