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Chicken Broth & Rice Dog Topper
The plainest topper in the kitchen, and often the most useful. Soft rice loosened with homemade chicken broth for days when the stomach needs a break.
Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Yields
About 2 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup white rice, uncooked
- 2 cups water
- 150 g boneless, skinless chicken breast
Steps
- Simmer the chicken breast in the water for 20 minutes, then lift it out.
- Cook the rice in the same cooking water for 20 minutes, until very soft.
- Shred the chicken finely and stir it back through the rice.
- Loosen with a little more of the broth, cool fully, and spoon over a meal.
Substitutions
- Cooked oats instead of rice.
- Boneless turkey breast instead of chicken.
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your dog's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
1 tsp over a meal
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 tsp over a meal |
| 15 kg | 1 tbsp over a meal |
| 30 kg | 2 tbsp over a meal |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
404 kcal
Per cup
202 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~238% of the daily treat budget202 / 85 kcal
One serving is above the 10% daily treat allowance for a 15kg dog. Cut the portion or treat as an occasional reward only.
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Store-bought broth with onion, garlic, or salt
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 3 days, or freeze portions for up to 2 months.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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