Lentil and chicken stew
This Lentil & Chicken Stew is a healthy and satisfying dish, ideal for cold weather. Containing tender chicken, hearty lentils, and healthy vegetables such as carrots and sweet potatoes, it is a nutritious meal for you and your furry friend.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 grams) - Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup (190 grams) - Dried lentils, rinsed and sorted
- 1 - Carrot
- 1 - Sweet potato
- 4 cups (950 mL) - Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp (15ml) - Olive oil
- For humans: Salt, pepper, and dried herbs like thyme or rosemary for seasoning
Directions
- Rinse lentils in cold water. Pick over to remove debris or shrivelled lentils, then drain.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice the carrot and sweet potatoes.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and nearly cooked through.
- Add the rinsed lentils, diced carrot, and cubed sweet potato to the pot with the chickens.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Let the stew simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- For the dog's portion, ensure there is no added salt, pepper. For human servings, season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs to enhance flavor.
- Allow the stew to cool to a safe temperature for dogs before serving. Adjust the portion size according to your dog's dietary needs.
- Checking Lentil Doneness: Lentils should be soft but not mushy. Check periodically as cooking times can vary depending on the type of lentils used.
- Adjust Liquid Levels: If the stew seems too thick or the lentils aren't fully cooked, you can add more broth or water during cooking to achieve the desired consistency.
Cooking tips for pets and humans:
Avoid harmful ingredients: Avoid avocado and anything containing caffeine or alcohol as these can be harmful to your dogs. Onions, garlic, chocolate, grapes and raisins as well as certain nuts can be deadly.
Seasoning: Keep dishes bland for pets. Dogs can be very sensitive to salt and spices, which can cause gastrointestinal upset. It’s best to remove a portion for your dog before adding any seasonings for your own servings.
Consult your vet: New foods should always be checked with a veterinary doctor before being fed to dogs. This is important because it ensures safety and proper measurements, especially considering that different animals have varying nutritional needs based on health condition, age and size.
Recipets
With Recipets, you can enjoy the same meal with your pets! They won't feel left out every again.
