Chicken with Pumpkin, Green Beans, and Pear Topper

Ingredients

• 1 cup boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1/2 cup plain pumpkin puree (not pie filling) (unsweetened)
• 1/2 cup green beans (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup pear (peeled and diced)

Step-by-step instructions

1. Begin by preparing the chicken. Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces.
2. In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add the chicken pieces and reduce the heat to a simmer. Gently cook the chicken for about 15 minutes until fully cooked.
3. While the chicken is cooking, wash and trim the green beans. If using fresh green beans, cut them into small pieces. If using frozen, there's no need to thaw. Add the green beans to the pot with the chicken in the last 5 minutes of cooking to keep them crisp and minimize nutrient loss.
4. Once the chicken and green beans are done cooking, remove them from the heat and drain any excess water.
5. In a bowl, combine the cooked chicken and green beans with the canned pumpkin and diced pear. Mixing in pumpkin adds fiber and moisture, while the pear provides a sweet flavor that can enhance palatability for your dog.
6. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature before serving it as a topper over your dog's regular food. It's important not to serve hot food, as this can be uncomfortable for him.

Before feeding

Before feeding, verify every ingredient and portion and review the recipe with your veterinarian.

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