Homemade cat treats can be simple, quick, and packed with real chicken your cat already loves. These homemade chicken cat treats use basic ingredients and take about 20 minutes or less from start to finish.
Each recipe uses plain cooked chicken with no added salt, garlic, onion, or spices. You can make soft bites, crunchy treats, or tiny snacks for training and rewards. These easy chicken cat treat recipes also let you control every ingredient, so you know exactly what goes into your cat’s snack bowl.
1. Chicken and Egg Mini Bites
These chicken and egg mini bites are soft, savory, and full of meaty flavor. Egg helps hold the chicken together while adding extra richness. The small size makes these treats easy to serve as quick rewards.
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken breast
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Add the chicken and egg to a food processor.
- Blend until the mixture becomes finely chopped.
- Add the oat flour and water.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop small portions onto a lined baking tray.
- Gently flatten each portion with a spoon.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Let the treats cool fully before serving.
| Nutrient | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal |
| Protein | 1.6 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
2. Chicken and Pumpkin Soft Treats
Chicken and pumpkin create a moist treat with a mild savory taste. Pumpkin adds a soft texture and helps the mixture stay together. These little bites are a good choice for cats that prefer softer snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely shredded cooked chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons plain pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons oat flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Place the chicken in a mixing bowl.
- Add the pumpkin puree and egg.
- Stir until everything is well combined.
- Add the oat flour.
- Mix until you have a thick mixture.
- Form small bite sized pieces with your fingers.
- Place them on a lined baking tray.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Cool fully before giving them to your cat.
| Nutrient | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
3. Crunchy Chicken and Oat Treats
These crunchy chicken treats have a rich poultry flavor with a light oat texture. The thin shape helps them crisp quickly in the oven. They work well for cats that enjoy a firmer bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely minced cooked chicken breast
- 1 large egg
- 1 fourth cup oat flour
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Add the chicken and egg to a bowl.
- Stir until evenly mixed.
- Add the oat flour and water.
- Mix until a firm dough forms.
- Place small pieces of dough on a lined baking tray.
- Press each piece into a thin round shape.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Turn the treats once during baking.
- Let them cool fully so they become firmer.
| Nutrient | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
4. Chicken and Catnip Treats
Chicken and catnip make a fun homemade snack with a strong savory aroma. A small amount of dried catnip gives the treats an extra scent that many cats enjoy. These tiny bites are simple to prepare and bake fast.
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken breast
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons oat flour
- 1 teaspoon dried catnip
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Place the chicken in a food processor.
- Add the egg and water.
- Blend until finely combined.
- Add the oat flour and dried catnip.
- Pulse until a soft mixture forms.
- Scoop tiny portions onto a lined baking tray.
- Press each portion gently with a spoon.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Cool completely before serving.
| Nutrient | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
5. Chicken and Sweet Potato Bites
These chicken and sweet potato bites are soft inside with a lightly firm outside. Chicken gives them a rich meaty taste, while mashed sweet potato helps create a smooth texture. Small portions make them easy to break apart for serving.
Ingredients
- 1 cup finely shredded cooked chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons cooked mashed sweet potato
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Add the chicken to a mixing bowl.
- Stir in the mashed sweet potato.
- Add the egg and mix well.
- Add the oat flour.
- Stir until the mixture holds together.
- Shape the mixture into small bite sized pieces.
- Place each piece on a lined baking tray.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Allow the treats to cool completely before serving.
| Nutrient | Amount per treat |
|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |