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Lean Chicken Cat Nibbles
Plain slow-dried chicken breast, torn into tiny pieces, so a cat on a diet still gets a reward at almost no calorie cost.
Prep
10 min
Cook
100 min
Yields
About 60 nibbles
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 300 g boneless, skinless chicken breast
Steps
- Heat the oven to 90 C (200 F) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Slice the chicken breast into strips no thicker than 5 mm.
- Lay the strips out with space between them and bake for 90 to 100 minutes, until completely dry.
- Cool fully, then tear the dried strips into tiny nibbles.
Substitutions
- Turkey breast in place of the chicken.
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your cat's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
1 ½ tsp per day
1 kg12 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 3 kg | 1 tsp per day |
| 5 kg | 2 tsp per day |
| 8 kg | 1 tbsp 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
495 kcal
Per serving
495 kcal
Treat budget (cat)
24 kcal
One serving uses ~2063% of the daily treat budget495 / 24 kcal
One serving is above the 10% daily treat allowance for a 4kg cat. Cut the portion or treat as an occasional reward only.
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cow's milk (most cats cannot digest it)
- Seasoned or salted meat
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Keep in an airtight tin for up to 2 weeks, or freeze 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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