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Chicken Stew For Dogs
A gentle stew made with chicken breast and organ meat simmered with fresh ginger and parsley. It is a hydrating and aromatic meal option.
Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Yields
About 5 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 oz chicken livers
- 1/2 cup pumpkin, chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
- 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 teaspoon finely grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 3 cups water
Steps
- In a pot, add all the ingredients and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove from the heat and shred the chicken breast.
- Let cool before serving. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze in portions.
- Add all ingredients to the slow cooker and pour in enough water to cover.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
- Shred the chicken, mix well, and let cool before serving.
- Place chicken, liver, vegetables and water into the Instant Pot.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes with a quick release.
- Shred the chicken, stir everything together and let cool before serving.
Substitutions
- Use zucchini instead of green beans
- Swap ginger for a pinch of turmeric
- Replace chicken with lean pork
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
¾ cup per meal
1 kg60 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 5 kg | ~⅓ cup per meal |
| 15 kg | ~¾ cup per meal |
| 30 kg | ~1½ cups per 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
167 kcal
Per cup
33 kcal
Daily energy need
854 kcal
One serving uses ~4% of daily calories33 / 854 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for 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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