Chicken Apple Dog Treats are tasty homemade biscuits that combine savory chicken with the natural sweetness of fresh apple. They’re a fun way to turn simple ingredients into something special for your pup. And with their delicious meaty flavor and little bits of apple in every bite, they’re sure to get tails wagging!
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
There’s something rewarding about baking treats for your dog and watching them eagerly wait for that first taste. And there are plenty of reasons this is a recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
Easy to Make – The food processor does most of the mixing, and the dough is easy to roll out and cut into fun shapes. There’s no complicated preparation, and the treats bake in just minutes.
Wholesome Ingredients – These treats are made with real chicken, fresh apple, and other simple ingredients. There are no artificial flavors, preservatives, or unnecessary additives.
Customizable – You can easily change the meat, fruit, or flour to use ingredients you have on hand or to suit your dog’s preferences and dietary needs.
Less Expensive Than Store-Bought – Making your own treats can be more budget-friendly than buying specialty chicken and apple dog treats.
Ingredients and What They Bring to the Treats
You only need four simple, easy-to-find ingredients to make these homemade biscuits. Here’s what you’ll need and what each one contributes:
- Cooked Chicken Breast – Provides protein and gives the treats a savory, meaty flavor dogs love.
- Apple – Adds natural sweetness, moisture, and little bits of fruity flavor throughout the biscuits. Apples also provide fiber and nutrients.
- Egg – Helps bind the ingredients together so the dough is easier to shape and the treats hold together during baking. It also adds protein.
- Oat Flour – Forms the base of the dough and helps hold the treats together. It also adds fiber and gives the biscuits structure.
Equipment Needed
You likely have the kitchen items you need for making the treats. You can use any cookie cutter, but bone and paw shaped cookie cutters make them extra cute.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
There are a few important things to know about preparing the ingredients, along with some easy substitutions you can make. Here are some tips and variations:
Chicken – You can substitute cooked turkey for the chicken. Use plain, boneless meat without added salt, seasonings, onions, or garlic. Both chicken and turkey work well in these savory treats.
Apple – Substitute a fresh pear for the apple if you want to change the fruity flavor. Whether using an apple or pear, remove the core and seeds before chopping. Apple seeds contain compounds that can release cyanide when chewed, so they should never be included in dog treats.
Homemade Oat Flour – You can make oat flour by blending old-fashioned rolled oats in a blender or food processor until they have a fine, flour-like consistency. One cup of oats makes approximately ¾ cup of oat flour.
Flour Substitutions – You can substitute oat flour with brown rice flour, all-purpose flour, or a 50-50 combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour. Because whole wheat flour is denser, it’s not a good substitute to use by itself. Different flours absorb moisture differently and may affect the dough’s consistency, so start with less flour and add more as needed until the dough is workable.
How to Make Chicken Apple Dog Treats
Making these chicken and apple dog treats is a simple process, with the food processor handling most of the mixing. Here’s what to do:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- If the chicken isn’t already cooked, place it in a pot of water and boil until fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 165°F. Transfer it to a plate and let it cool to room temperature.
- Cut the cooked chicken into small pieces.
- Place the chicken, oat flour, and egg in a food processor. Process until a dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl.
- Peel and core the apple, removing the seeds and stem. Chop the apple into very small pieces.
- Add the chopped apple to the dough and stir until the pieces are evenly distributed.
- Place the dough on a sheet of parchment paper and roll it out to an even thickness.
- Use a cookie cutter to cut the dough into your desired shapes. Gather the scraps, reroll them, and continue cutting until all the dough is used.
- Place the cutouts on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the treats are set and lightly firm.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the treats to cool completely before giving one to your dog.
How to Store the Treats and How Long They Last
Because these homemade treats contain cooked chicken and fresh apple, they need to be refrigerated.
Store the cooled treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
For longer storage, freeze the treats in a freezer-safe container or plastic freezer bag for up to 3 months. You can place parchment paper between layers to keep them from sticking together.
Thaw frozen treats in the refrigerator before serving. You can also freeze them in small portions so it’s easy to take out just a few at a time.
Can people eat these treats?
Yes, they sure can! All of the ingredients are safe for human consumption, and the chicken is fully cooked before being added to the dough.
These biscuits don’t contain the salt and seasonings you’d typically find in human snacks, but if you enjoy chicken and apples, you might like them. Give one a try and see what you think!
More Recipes for Dog Treats with Apple or Chicken
How about making some more tasty treats with apple or chicken? Oh yeah! Try these recipes:
- Apple Bacon Dog Treats
- Apple Cinnamon Dog Treats
- Apple Pumpkin Dog Treats
- Chicken Broccoli Dog Treats
- Chicken Sweet Potato Dog Treats
Find lots of recipes for fruity dog treats and meaty dog treats right here on Spoiled Hounds!
Chicken Apple Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 1 small plain cooked chicken breast (about 4 ounces)
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1 egg
- 1 small apple
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- If you need to cook the chicken, boil it in water until done (internal temperature is 165°F). Place the cooked chicken on a plate and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Cut the chicken into small pieces and place them, the oat flour, and egg in a food processor. Process until a dough forms. Transfer the dough to a bowl.
- Peel, core, and chop the apple into very small pieces. Add the chopped apple to the bowl and stir it into the dough.
- Place the dough on parchment paper. Roll out the dough and use a cookie cutter to cut out the treats. Gather scraps, re-roll until all the dough is used. Place the cutouts on the lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition
Serving Amount
These homemade biscuits are meant to be occasional treats rather than a replacement for your dog’s regular food.
Remember that treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calories. The appropriate number of treats depends on your dog’s size, age, activity level, regular diet, and the size of the biscuits. You can break larger treats into smaller pieces for little dogs or for training rewards.
Consult your veterinarian if you’re unsure about the right portion size for your pup.
If your dog hasn’t had any of these ingredients before, start with a small piece and watch for signs of digestive upset, allergies, sensitivities, or other adverse reactions.
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