Trader Joe's Recalls Chicken Fried Rice Products Over Glass Concerns

Nearly 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice may contain pieces of glass, prompting a nationwide recall.

Feb. 21, 2026 at 1:34pm

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Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. is recalling nearly 3.4 million pounds of frozen Trader Joe's Chicken Fried Rice products sold nationwide due to the potential presence of glass pieces. The recall also includes Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken with Japanese-Style Rice sold in Canada. The issue was detected after four consumers complained of finding glass in the products, though no injuries have been reported.

Why it matters

This recall highlights the importance of food safety and the need for manufacturers to have robust quality control measures in place to prevent contamination. Consuming glass fragments can pose serious health risks, making this a significant concern for consumers who may have purchased the affected products.

The details

The recalled Trader Joe's Chicken Fried Rice products were sold in 20-ounce plastic bags with best-by dates ranging from September 8 to November 17, 2026. They are stamped with the establishment number P-18356 inside the USDA mark of inspection. The Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken with Japanese-Style Rice products were sold in cardboard packages containing six bags and have best-by dates from September 9 to November 12, 2026. These were only sold in Canada.

  • The recall was announced on February 21, 2026.

The players

Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc.

The Portland, Oregon-based company that is recalling the affected Trader Joe's and Ajinomoto branded frozen chicken fried rice products.

Trader Joe's

The grocery store chain that sold the recalled Chicken Fried Rice products nationwide.

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What’s next

The USDA and Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. are investigating the source of the glass contamination to prevent any further incidents.

The takeaway

This recall underscores the importance of rigorous quality control measures in the food manufacturing industry to ensure consumer safety. It serves as a reminder for shoppers to be vigilant when consuming packaged foods and to promptly report any issues to the appropriate authorities.