Description
Homemade chicken soup delights canine companions with nourishing, healing ingredients that support their health and happiness. Gentle protein, wholesome vegetables, and nutrient-rich broth provide comfort and essential nutrition you can trust for your furry friend’s wellbeing.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
Vegetables and Puree:
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1/2 cup green beans, chopped
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
Liquid and Grains:
- 4 cups (0.95 liters) low-sodium chicken broth (onion and garlic-free)
- 1/4 cup brown rice or barley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious cooking vessel and pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, bringing the liquid to a rolling boil.
- Carefully submerge whole chicken breasts into the bubbling broth, allowing them to cook thoroughly for approximately 15-20 minutes until no pink remains.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a separate surface, permitting it to cool completely before meticulously shredding into delicate, bite-sized fragments.
- Return the same pot to the heat, introducing chopped carrots, crisp celery, vibrant green beans, and nutritious brown rice (or hearty barley).
- Reduce the heat and allow the mixture to gently simmer, creating a harmonious blend of ingredients for 25-30 minutes until vegetables soften and grains become tender.
- Incorporate the smooth pumpkin purée and previously shredded chicken into the simmering concoction, stirring periodically to ensure even distribution.
- Let the mixture continue cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Remove the pot from heat source and permit the soup to cool naturally to room temperature, ensuring a safe and comfortable meal for your canine companion.
Notes
- Choose low-sodium chicken broth to control salt intake and support your dog’s heart health.
- Opt for organic, free-range chicken breasts to provide higher-quality protein and minimize potential chemical exposure.
- Always let the soup cool completely to prevent burning your dog’s sensitive mouth and ensure safe consumption.
- Consider adding dog-friendly supplements like turmeric or bone broth for extra nutritional benefits and immune support.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Recipes for Dogs
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg