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Chicken Spinach Meatballs for Dogs
Bite-sized meatballs made with lean chicken and iron-rich spinach. These are perfect for high-value training rewards or meal toppers.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Yields
About 25 treats
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup frozen spinach, defrosted
- 1 medium egg, beaten
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh chopped
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Place the chicken, spinach, egg and parsley in a large mixing bowl. Mix the ingredients well.
- Add the rolled oats to bind the mixture.
- Either using a cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into balls.
- Place the meatballs on the baking tray and cook for 20 -25 minutes until cooked through. The cooking time will vary depending upon the size of the chicken balls.
Substitutions
- Use ground beef instead of chicken
- Replace spinach with finely chopped kale
- Swap oats for breadcrumbs
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
2 small treats per day
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1 small treat per day |
| 15 kg | 2 small treats per day |
| 30 kg | 3 small treats per day |
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
1050 kcal
Per treat
42 kcal
Treat budget (dog)
85 kcal
One serving uses ~49% of the daily treat budget42 / 85 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cooked bones, splinter risk
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Keep refrigerated for 4 days or freeze for up to 3 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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