Easy Homemade Chicken Dog Food Recipe

Easy Homemade Chicken Dog Food Recipe (Complete & Balanced)

If your dog loves chicken, this simple recipe turns their favorite protein into a fresh, home-cooked meal. With just one added step, you can help make it nutritionally complete for everyday feeding.

This recipe is designed for dog parents who want something easy, repeatable, and realistic — even on busy weeks.

Why Chicken Is a Great Starting Protein

Chicken is popular for good reasons:

  • Most dogs love the taste.
  • It’s widely available and budget-friendly.
  • It’s easy to cook in large batches.

On its own, chicken is rich in protein but doesn’t provide all the vitamins and minerals dogs need for long-term health — which is why nutrient support matters.

Ingredients

  • Cooked chicken breast or thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • Optional: plain cooked vegetables (green beans, carrots, peas, or pumpkin)
  • Dog Years multivitamin supplement (amount based on your dog’s weight)
  • Warm water or low-sodium broth (optional for moisture)

Do not add: salt, garlic, onion, oil, butter, or seasoning of any kind.

How to Make It

Step 1: Cook the Chicken

You can prepare the chicken in any of these simple ways:

  • Boil: Simmer in water until fully cooked.
  • Bake: Bake at 350°F until cooked through.
  • Slow Cook: Cook on low with water until tender.

Let the chicken cool slightly, then chop or shred into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Prepare Optional Veggies

Choose dog-safe vegetables and cook until soft:

  • Green beans
  • Carrots
  • Peas
  • Plain pumpkin

Chop into small pieces and mix with the chicken.

Step 3: Add Dog Years

To help make this chicken meal complete and balanced, add Dog Years according to your dog’s weight and the instructions on our calculator or label.

Dog Years provides the essential vitamins and minerals typically found in organ meats, making home cooking simple and safe.

Step 4: Add Moisture (Optional)

If the mixture seems dry, stir in warm water or dog-safe low-sodium broth. Many dogs enjoy meals slightly warm.

Serving Guidelines

Many adult dogs eat around 2–3% of their body weight per day in fresh food, split into one or two meals. Adjust based on your dog’s size, age, and energy level. Check out our calculator located on our Recipes page for more precise measurements.

Always serve at room temperature or slightly warm — never hot.

Storage & Meal Prep Tips

  • Refrigerator: Up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Freezer: Up to 3 months in portioned containers.
  • Thawing: Overnight in the refrigerator.

Gently warm before serving if your dog prefers it.

Why Add Dog Years to Your Homemade Chicken Recipe?

Chicken alone isn’t nutritionally complete — but chicken + Dog Years creates a balanced, AAFCO-aligned meal with minimal effort.

  • No organ meats required.
  • No complicated recipes.
  • No sourcing specialty ingredients.

Just one protein + one supplement = a fresh, complete meal you can feel good about.

Try This Recipe With Your Dog

If you're ready to switch from processed meals to something fresher, this chicken recipe is the perfect place to start. Pair it with Dog Years for balanced, homemade meals — made simple.

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