Picking up a pre-packaged sandwich filler is a quick way to add protein to lunch, but a misprinted date can turn a convenience into a safety question. Asda has recalled its Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices after discovering that the use-by date on the pack was incorrect. The Food Standards Agency (UK food safety regulator) published the warning on 30 April 2025, urging customers not to eat the product and to return it for a full refund.

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Recall date: 30 April 2025 · Product: Asda Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices, 160g · Issue: Incorrect use-by date (30 May 2025) · Action for consumers: Return to store for full refund

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Total number of affected packs (Food Manufacture)
  • Whether other batches are affected (Food Standards Agency)
  • Specific cause of labelling error (Food Manufacture)
3Timeline signal
  • August 2021: Product originally went on sale (Food Standards Agency)
  • 29 April 2025: In‑store recall notices posted (Food Manufacture)
  • 30 April 2025: Recall announced (Food Standards Agency)
  • 30 May 2025: Incorrect use‑by date on packs (Food Standards Agency)
4What’s next
  • Return product to any Asda store for refund (Simply Business)
  • Check Asda’s product‑recalls page for updates (Asda corporate)
  • Contact Asda Customer Relations for questions (Food Manufacture)

Seven key details define this recall, and each one matters for anyone who bought the product.

Detail Value
Product name Asda Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices
Pack size 160g
Barcode (EAN) 506308913170
Incorrect use‑by date 30 May 2025
Recall initiation date 30 April 2025
Recall issuer RMS International
Refund policy Full refund, no receipt required

The pattern: every affected pack shares the same barcode and date error, making identification straightforward.

What is the Asda sandwich filler recall about?

Product details

  • Asda recalled its own‑brand Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices in the 160g pack size because the product displayed an incorrect use‑by date (Food Standards Agency).
  • The affected packs carry the barcode 506308913170 (Food Manufacture).

Recall reason

  • The recall was issued as a precaution because the use‑by date of 30 May 2025 was printed incorrectly (Food Standards Agency).
  • RMS International, the manufacturer, initiated the recall after discovering the labelling error (Food Manufacture).

The implication: this is not a contamination or allergen issue, which sets it apart from many food recalls.

Why did Asda recall its sandwich filler?

Labelling error

  • The use‑by date printed on the packaging was 30 May 2025 instead of the correct date (Food Standards Agency).
  • Asda placed point‑of‑sale notices in all stores that sold the product, starting 29 April 2025, and these notices were scheduled to remain until 30 May 2025 (Food Manufacture).

Safety concerns

  • The Food Standards Agency described the recall as precautionary, meaning no reports of illness had been received (Food Standards Agency).
  • Asda told customers not to consume the product if they had bought a pack with the incorrect date (Food Manufacture).

The pattern: the risk is undefined because the wrong date could lead to consumers eating the product beyond its safe shelf life.

Which other Asda recalls have been issued this week?

Asda 10 Mini Duck Spring Rolls With Hoisin Dip 220g

  • Asda’s corporate product‑recalls page lists a separate recall for 10 Mini Duck Spring Rolls With Hoisin Dip 220g, also due to an incorrect use‑by date (Asda corporate).
  • That recall is described as precautionary because the product has the incorrect use‑by date (Asda corporate).

Other recent recalls

  • Food Manufacture reported that Asda had recently been fined £410,000 for selling out‑of‑date food, linking the chicken recall to a broader cluster of food‑safety issues in late April 2025 (Food Manufacture).
  • The Stretcherz and sensory roller recalls mentioned in early reports are separate non‑food items with no connection to the sandwich filler.

What this means: Asda’s quality‑control pipeline is under scrutiny, and the spring‑roll recall shows that labelling errors extend beyond a single product line.

The upshot

Asda faces compounding reputational risk: a £410,000 fine for past out‑of‑date sales plus two active use‑by‑date recalls in the same week. Shoppers should now treat every Asda own‑label date label with extra caution.

How can I get a refund for the recalled Asda sandwich filler?

Return to store

  • Customers were advised to return the product to their nearest Asda store for a full refund (Food Manufacture).
  • Asda said it was very sorry for any inconvenience caused (Food Manufacture).

Proof of purchase

  • The refund is available with or without a receipt (Simply Business).
  • No proof of purchase is required, but bringing the pack helps store staff process the refund faster.

The catch: without a precise count of affected units, customers should check their fridge immediately rather than wait for a letter.

Why this matters

Eliminating the receipt requirement lowers the barrier for action, but many consumers may not see the in‑store notice in time. Asda’s digital recall alerts (email, app, loyalty‑programme messages) are the most effective way to reach buyers.

What is the full Asda product recall list?

Current recalls

  • Asda’s corporate site maintains a dedicated product‑recalls page with the latest information (Asda corporate).
  • As of late April 2025, the page lists the Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices and the Mini Duck Spring Rolls recalls, each with product name, barcode, and date details.

Past recalls

  • Historically, Asda has recalled own‑brand items for allergens, foreign objects, and labelling errors. The current recalls fit a pattern of use‑by‑date inaccuracies.

The implication: the official page is the single source of truth; third‑party aggregators may miss updates.

Timeline: Key dates in the Asda chicken recall

  • August 2021: Product originally sold from this month (Food Standards Agency).
  • 29 April 2025: In‑store recall notices posted (Food Manufacture).
  • 30 April 2025: Recall announced by Asda and the Food Standards Agency (Food Standards Agency).
  • 30 May 2025: Incorrect use‑by date printed on recalled packs (Food Standards Agency).

Confirmed facts vs. What remains unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Product: Asda Hot & Spicy Chicken Breast Slices, 160g
  • Barcode: 506308913170
  • Incorrect use‑by date: 30 May 2025
  • Recall initiated by RMS International
  • Refund available at Asda stores

What’s unclear

  • Total number of affected packs
  • Whether other batches are affected
  • Specific cause of labelling error
  • Why the error was not caught before distribution

The trade‑off: consumers have enough information to act, but the lack of batch‑level transparency makes it hard to know if a pack not on the recall list is safe.

What Asda and RMS International said

“We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused and advise customers not to consume the product. Anyone who has bought a pack with the incorrect date should return it to their nearest Asda store for a full refund.”

— Asda spokesperson (Food Manufacture)

“The recall was initiated as a precautionary measure after we discovered the labelling error. We are working with Asda to ensure all affected stock is removed from shelves.”

— RMS International representative (Food Standards Agency)

Two perspectives, one message: act quickly and return the product. The manufacturer’s admission of a labelling error underscores that this was an internal process failure, not a supply‑chain contamination.

Shoppers affected by the incorrect use-by date should stay informed about the recent wave of supermarket recalls affecting major retailers.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a receipt to get a refund for the recalled Asda sandwich filler?

No. Asda offers a full refund with or without a receipt, according to Simply Business.

Can I still eat the recalled Asda sandwich filler if it looks fine?

No. The Food Standards Agency advises not to consume the product because the incorrect use‑by date means the shelf life cannot be guaranteed (Food Standards Agency).

How do I know if my Asda chicken product is part of the recall?

Check the barcode on the pack. The recalled product has barcode 506308913170 and the incorrect use‑by date of 30 May 2025 (Food Manufacture).

Will Asda contact me if I bought the recalled product?

Asda placed in‑store notices but did not announce individual customer contact. Check Asda’s corporate product‑recalls page for updates (Asda corporate).

Are there any health risks from eating the recalled sandwich filler?

The recall is precautionary, meaning no reports of illness have been filed. However, consuming a product past its safe use‑by date carries general food‑safety risks (Food Standards Agency).

What other Asda products have been recalled recently?

Asda also recalled 10 Mini Duck Spring Rolls With Hoisin Dip 220g due to an incorrect use‑by date, and the company faced a £410,000 fine for selling out‑of‑date food (Asda corporate; Food Manufacture).

How long does the refund process take?

Refunds are processed immediately at the customer service desk. No receipt is needed, so the process typically takes under five minutes.

For Asda shoppers, the immediate action is clear: check your fridge for the recalled chicken slices and return them for a refund. But the broader pattern — two labelling recalls in one week plus a six‑figure fine for expired stock — signals that Asda’s date‑label verification system needs fundamental improvement. Until that happens, UK consumers should verify use‑by dates on every Asda own‑label product before eating.