Ingredients
1. **1 cup (cooked, skinless, boneless, unseasoned)** Shredded Chicken Breast — *(Ensure no garlic, onion, or sodium seasonings were used during cooking.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Provides lean, highly digestible protein essential for muscle maintenance and immune repair.*
2. **1 cup (cooked, skinless, plain)** Sweet Potato Puree — *(Use 100% plain sweet potato puree without added sugar or spices.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Packed with dietary fiber, beta-carotene, vitamin A, and potassium to support gut motility and eye health.*
3. **1/2 cup (plain)** Cooked Brown Rice — *(Ensure fully cooked and cooled before mixing.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Delivers digestible complex carbohydrates and B vitamins for steady, lasting energy.*
4. **1/4 cup (unsweetened, non-fat)** Plain Greek Yogurt — *(Double check label to ensure zero xylitol or artificial sweeteners.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Offers natural beneficial probiotics that foster a healthy canine gut microbiome.*
5. **2 thin whole oat flour or grain-free dog tortillas** Oat Flour Dog Wraps — *(Can be substituted with thin home-made oat flour and water pan crepes.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Gentle, easily digestible grain base to bind ingredients into fun burrito pinwheels.*
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Canine Burrito Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, sweet potato puree, cooked brown rice, and plain Greek yogurt. Mix thoroughly using a spatula until all ingredients are evenly distributed into a thick, moldable mixture.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** Warm the sweet potato puree slightly before mixing to make blending smooth and effortless.
Step 2: Assemble the Pup Wraps
Lay the oat flour wraps flat on a clean parchment-lined cutting board. Spread half of the chicken and sweet potato mixture evenly over each wrap, leaving a 1/2-inch border along the edges.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** Do not overfill the wraps to keep them tight and easy to slice.
Step 3: Roll and Slice into Bites
Tightly roll each wrap into a log shape. Using a sharp chef’s knife, slice each roll into 1-inch thick pinwheel burritos. Place the burrito bites upright on a baking sheet or serving platter.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** Chill the rolled logs in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before slicing to achieve perfectly round pinwheels.
Step 4: Set and Serve
Chill the sliced burrito bites in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up, or lightly bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes if your dog prefers a warm, crispy texture. Cool completely before serving.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** Always ensure the bites are room temperature or cool before feeding to avoid mouth sensitivity.
Daily Weight & Breed Portion Guidelines
– **Toy & Small Dogs (< 20 lbs):** 1/2 to 1 bite daily as an occasional treat.
– **Medium Dogs (20 – 50 lbs):** 1 to 2 bites daily.
– **Large & Giant Dogs (50+ lbs):** 2 to 3 bites daily.
– 🩺 *Veterinary Note: Treats should never exceed 10% of your dog’s total daily caloric intake. Always consult your vet before introducing new human ingredients.*
Storage & Shelf-Life
– **Refrigerator:** Store leftover burrito bites in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
– **Freezer:** Freeze individual bites on a baking sheet for 1 hour, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
– **Shelf-Life:** Best consumed within 5 days chilled or 90 days frozen.