Chicken & Sardine Omega-3 Boost
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can sardines in water (drained, no salt added)
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp calcium carbonate
- 200 IU vitamin E
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cook chicken thighs in water for 15 minutes until cooked through. Shred or dice.
- Cook brown rice according to package directions.
- Combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, drained sardines (mashed), and parsley.
- Add olive oil, calcium carbonate, and vitamin E. Mix thoroughly.
- Cool completely. Portion into daily servings. Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
💊 Required Supplements
Per daily serving: 1/2 tsp calcium carbonate, 200 IU vitamin E. Sardines already provide excellent omega-3s (EPA/DHA), so additional fish oil may not be needed. Add a complete vitamin-mineral premix for long-term feeding.
Nutritional Analysis
Approximately 470 kcal per cup. Protein ~30% DM, Fat ~15% DM, Carbohydrates ~32% DM, Fiber ~2% DM. Exceptionally rich in omega-3 fatty acids from sardines. Naturally high in calcium (from sardine bones) and vitamin D. Meets AAFCO profiles.
🧊 Safety & Storage
Sardines should be packed in water with no salt added. Refrigerate up to 4 days (seafood component shortens shelf life) or freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in refrigerator. Serve at room temperature.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Sardines are the primary omega-3 source. Substituting with other fish or omitting them significantly reduces EPA/DHA content. Choose water-packed sardines — oil-packed adds unnecessary calories and changes the fat profile.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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