How to Make Homemade Dog Food with Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

As a pet owner, ensuring the health and well-being of your dog is paramount. One way to do this is by providing them with a balanced and nutritious diet. While commercial dog food is convenient, many pet owners are turning to homemade dog food as a healthier and more natural alternative. By making your own dog food, you have control over the ingredients and can ensure that your furry friend is getting the best nutrition possible.

One popular homemade dog food recipe is made with chick...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 4 pounds boneless chicken thighs, chopped
  • 1 pound frozen cut green beans
  • ¼ cup liquid aminos (such as Bragg)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 2 1/2 cups

  • Pour water and oats into a rice cooker. Seal and select setting according to the manufacturer's instructions; cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Pull out the pot as soon as the unit switches to the Warm setting. Set aside.
  • Heat oil over high heat in a large frying pan or wok. Add chicken, cover, and cook for 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Add green beans, cover, and cook for 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Stir in aminos and break up mixture using a spatula. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in cooked oatmeal and break up again using a spatula. Remove from the heat and let cool completely, 20 to 30 minutes. Package in desired portions for freezing.
  • Nutrition

    386 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 113mg
    • Sodium: 369mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 35mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 315mg