Healthy Homemade Dog Food: A Wholesome Chicken & Vegetable Delight

This delicious chicken and vegetable recipe is crafted to be a complete and balanced meal, suitable for adult dogs and can be adapted for senior dogs. It provides a nutritious alternative to commercial kibble, focusing on fresh, whole ingredients to support your dog's vitality and well-being.

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Cook Time 15

Course: Dog Food

Cuisine: Homemade

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
1 cup Cooked White Rice
1 cup Cooked Sweet Potato (mashed)
1/2 cup Cooked Carrots (chopped finely)
1/2 cup Cooked Green Beans (chopped finely)
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Ground Flaxseed

Equipment

Pot
Large Bowl
Airtight container
Freezer-safe containers or heavy-duty freezer bags

Method

Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked through. Remove chicken and let it cool slightly.
1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
Once cooled enough to handle, finely shred or chop the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
If you haven't already, cook the white rice according to package instructions. Steam or boil the sweet potato until tender, then mash it thoroughly. Cook the carrots and green beans until tender (steaming or boiling is recommended) and then chop them into very small pieces.
1 cup Cooked White Rice, 1 cup Cooked Sweet Potato (mashed), 1/2 cup Cooked Carrots (chopped finely), 1/2 cup Cooked Green Beans (chopped finely)
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked white rice, mashed sweet potato, chopped carrots, and chopped green beans.
1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs, 1 cup Cooked White Rice, 1 cup Cooked Sweet Potato (mashed), 1/2 cup Cooked Carrots (chopped finely), 1/2 cup Cooked Green Beans (chopped finely)
Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle with ground flaxseed.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Ground Flaxseed
Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring the oil and flaxseed are evenly distributed.
1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs, 1 cup Cooked White Rice, 1 cup Cooked Sweet Potato (mashed), 1/2 cup Cooked Carrots (chopped finely), 1/2 cup Cooked Green Beans (chopped finely), 1 tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Ground Flaxseed

Notes

Consult your veterinarian before introducing any new homemade food to your dog's diet, especially if they have allergies, sensitivities, or health conditions. "Every dog is an individual."

This recipe can be served as a complete meal or a nutritious topper.