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Homemade Dog Food

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes (including rice cooking time)
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: This recipe makes about 6-8 servings for an average-sized dog (depending on your dog’s size).
  • Category: Dog Food
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Pet Food
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

This homemade dog food recipe combines lean ground chicken, brown rice, spinach, carrots, and zucchini to create a healthy, nutrient-packed meal for your dog.


Ingredients

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  1. 2 cups brown rice
  2. 2 pounds lean ground chicken
  3. 2 cups spinach, chopped
  4. 1 large carrot, shredded (about 1 cup)
  5. 1 small zucchini, shredded (about 1 cup)

Instructions

  • In a large pot or saucepan, combine 4 cups of water and brown rice. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer and cover.
  • Cook the rice for 45 minutes or until soft and all the water is absorbed.
  • While the rice is cooking, cook the ground chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes, or until no longer pink.
  • Add the chopped spinach, shredded carrot, and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the spinach wilts and the vegetables soften.
  • Remove the chicken and vegetable mixture from the heat and set aside to cool.
  • Once the rice is cooked, stir the rice and chicken mixture together.
  • Let the food cool completely before serving it to your dog or storing it for later.

Notes

  • This recipe can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Always check with your vet to ensure this recipe meets your dog’s specific nutritional needs.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (varies by dog size)
  • Calories: 200 kcal (per serving)
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 35 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg