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Low fat dog treats - a miniature schnauzer beside a plate of chicken pumpkin bites and green beans

Low Fat Chicken and Pumpkin Dog Bites

Four-ingredient baked dog bites with lean chicken, pumpkin, egg white and brown rice flour, under 1 gram of fat each.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 40 bites
Course: Dog Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 18

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked skinless chicken breast about 140 g, plain and finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup plain canned pumpkin not pie filling
  • 1 egg white
  • 3/4 cup brown rice flour about 120 g, plus more if sticky

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Blend the chicken, pumpkin and egg white in a food processor into a thick paste.
  3. Mix in the flour until the dough holds its shape.
  4. Roll into marble-size balls and flatten each slightly.
  5. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until firm and dry outside. Cool completely.

Notes

Calories are estimates from USDA FoodData Central values. Keep all treats to about 10% of your dog's daily calories. About 18 calories and well under 1 gram of fat per bite. Refrigerate 3 to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Ask your vet first if your dog has pancreatitis.