🎉 Introduction
These Chicken & Sweet Pea Soft Dog Treats are tender, oven-baked snacks made for occasional feeding only. They’re ideal for dogs who prefer a softer texture, including seniors, puppies (with supervision), or dogs who enjoy gentle, easy-to-chew treats.
Chicken provides a familiar savory base, while sweet peas add natural color and mild flavor when fully cooked and mashed. These treats are designed to stay soft and moist, not crunchy, making them easy to break into smaller pieces for training or light rewarding.
This recipe focuses on simplicity and safety. It makes no medical, wellness, or functional claims and is not intended to replace meals or provide complete nutrition. As with all homemade dog treats, moderation and gradual introduction are key.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Medium saucepan
- Fork or potato masher
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and measuring spoons
- Silicone spatula or wooden spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Wire cooling rack
🛒 Ingredients
- 1½ cups cooked chicken breast, finely chopped or shredded
- ½ cup sweet peas, cooked and mashed (fresh or frozen, unsalted)
- 1¼ cups oat flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼–½ cup water (as needed)
Ingredient notes:
- Chicken must be cooked plain, with no salt, onion, garlic, or seasoning.
- Sweet peas must be fully cooked and mashed smooth.
- Oat flour may be store-bought or made by finely grinding rolled oats.
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Peas
- Cook the sweet peas until very soft.
- Mash thoroughly with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth.
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken
- Finely chop or shred the cooked chicken.
- Ensure there are no large pieces.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, mashed peas, egg, and olive oil.
- Stir until evenly blended.
Step 4: Add the Dry Ingredient
- Add oat flour to the bowl.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
Step 5: Adjust Dough Consistency
- Add water gradually while mixing.
- Stop once the dough is thick, sticky, and scoopable—not dry.
Step 6: Shape the Treats
- Scoop small portions of dough onto the lined baking sheet.
- Gently flatten each portion slightly.
Step 7: Bake Until Just Set
- Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 16–20 minutes.
- Treats should be set but remain soft, with no browning.
Step 8: Cool Completely
- Transfer treats to a wire rack.
- Allow to cool fully before serving.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Yield: Approximately 28–32 soft dog treats
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Bake Time: 18 minutes
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Treat size can be adjusted smaller for training or larger for occasional rewards.
🧊 Storage & Reheating ❄️
Store fully cooled soft treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.
Thaw frozen treats at room temperature before serving. Do not microwave.
Reminder: These are treats only, not complete meals. Feed in moderation and introduce new treats gradually. Consult your veterinarian if your dog has allergies or dietary restrictions.
🥄 Variations
- Chicken & Carrot Soft Treats: Replace peas with cooked, mashed carrot
- Extra-Soft Texture: Slightly underbake and store refrigerated
- Mini Training Treats: Scoop very small portions and reduce bake time
- Senior-Friendly Mash: Mash all ingredients extra smooth
Introduce all variations gradually.
❓ 10 FAQs
- Are sweet peas safe for dogs?
Yes, when fully cooked and fed in moderation. - Are these treats crunchy?
No, they are soft and tender. - Can puppies eat these treats?
Yes, in small pieces and under supervision. - Are these good for training?
Yes, especially when broken into small bites. - Are these grain-free?
No, they contain oats. - Can I use frozen peas?
Yes, as long as they are plain and cooked. - Do these treats replace meals?
No, they are occasional treats only. - Can I add seasonings?
No, seasonings are not recommended. - How often can I feed soft treats?
Treats should make up a small portion of daily intake. - Should I consult my vet first?
Yes, especially if your dog has medical conditions or special dietary needs.
🏁 Conclusion
These Chicken & Sweet Pea Soft Dog Treats are a gentle, homemade option for dogs who prefer tender textures and mild savory flavors. Easy to make and simple to portion, they’re perfect for training, rewarding, or occasional spoiling when fed responsibly.
Always introduce new treats gradually, keep portions appropriate, and rely on your veterinarian for guidance tailored to your dog’s individual needs.
Chicken & Sweet Pea Soft Dog Treats – Tender Oven-Baked Bites with a Mild Savory Flavor
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Cook the sweet peas until very soft.
- Mash thoroughly with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth.
- Finely chop or shred the cooked chicken.
- Ensure there are no large pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, mashed peas, egg, and olive oil.
- Stir until evenly blended.
- Add oat flour to the bowl.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Add water gradually while mixing.
- Stop once the dough is thick, sticky, and scoopable—not dry.
- Scoop small portions of dough onto the lined baking sheet.
- Gently flatten each portion slightly.
- Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 16–20 minutes.
- Treats should be set but remain soft, with no browning.
- Transfer treats to a wire rack.
- Allow to cool fully before serving.
Notes
Freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage. Thaw frozen treats at room temperature before serving. Do not microwave. Reminder: These are treats only, not complete meals. Feed in moderation and introduce new treats gradually. Consult your veterinarian if your dog has allergies or dietary restrictions. 🥄 Variations Chicken & Carrot Soft Treats: Replace peas with cooked, mashed carrot Extra-Soft Texture: Slightly underbake and store refrigerated Mini Training Treats: Scoop very small portions and reduce bake time Senior-Friendly Mash: Mash all ingredients extra smooth Introduce all variations gradually. ❓ 10 FAQs Are sweet peas safe for dogs?
Yes, when fully cooked and fed in moderation. Are these treats crunchy?
No, they are soft and tender. Can puppies eat these treats?
Yes, in small pieces and under supervision. Are these good for training?
Yes, especially when broken into small bites. Are these grain-free?
No, they contain oats. Can I use frozen peas?
Yes, as long as they are plain and cooked. Do these treats replace meals?
No, they are occasional treats only. Can I add seasonings?
No, seasonings are not recommended. How often can I feed soft treats?
Treats should make up a small portion of daily intake. Should I consult my vet first?
Yes, especially if your dog has medical conditions or special dietary needs. 🏁 Conclusion These Chicken & Sweet Pea Soft Dog Treats are a gentle, homemade option for dogs who prefer tender textures and mild savory flavors. Easy to make and simple to portion, they’re perfect for training, rewarding, or occasional spoiling when fed responsibly. Always introduce new treats gradually, keep portions appropriate, and rely on your veterinarian for guidance tailored to your dog’s individual needs.
