What I love about making jerky for the dogs is that it’s as simple as slicing the meat, placing it in the dehydrator and plugging it up. No rubs or seasoning needed (or recommended).
Chicken Jerky Recipe:
Cut slices about 1/2 inches thick. One chicken breast yields about 5-7 slices.
Set your dehydrator to 160 degrees or on the highest setting.
Dehydrate for 4-8 hours. Adjust cooking time according to how thick your slices are.
These tend to get extra crunchy so I prefer to cook them for about 4-5 hours to keep them on the softer and chewy side.
This jerky keeps for several months (about 4-6) in the freezer and can also be refrigerated for several weeks or left out in a cookie jar. If you do plan on keeping them in a jar on the counter dehydrate longer so they’ll keep for a longer period of time.
Recommended: Nesco Snackmaster Pro Food Dehydrator FD-75A
Is there any way to make chicken jerky or treats without a dehydrator? I can’t afford one at this time.
Yes! 🙂 You can use your oven! Put your oven on warm temperature (160-170°F) and stick an oven thermometer in there just to make sure your temperature is right. Crack the oven door open with a towel so moisture can escape, and cook 10-12 hours.