Eating a tasty meal together as a family gives off a warm feeling of joy and belongingness. And because pets are family, we aspire to share this warm feeling with our dear dogs and cats.
This summer, we recommend whipping up these quick and refreshing chicken gourmet recipes so that you can enjoy the rich and satisfying flavors of cage-free chicken, the sweetness of summer berries and mangoes, and aromatic herbs, while your cat savors Wishbone Roost for cats.
Thai Mango Chicken
Sweet, ripe mangoes are best eaten as a dessert during summer. But did you know that you can also enjoy its refreshing taste as the main course meal? In this recipe, the author recommends using fresh ripe mangoes so that you can fully enjoy this Thai-inspired dish.
| Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes |
Author: The Spruce Eats
Recipe Type: Entrée
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
| Mango Sauce: | Chicken: |
| 2 fresh ripe mangos (or 2 cups frozen or canned mango) 1 red chili (de-seeded and diced) 1 tbsp. rice vinegar 1 1/2 tbsps. soy sauce 2 tbsps. fish sauce 1/2 lime (juiced) 1 tbsp. brown sugar 1 thumb-size piece galangal or ginger 3 cloves garlic 1/4 tsp. turmeric 2 kaffir lime leaves or zest of 1 lime | 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 2 to 3 chicken breasts (cut into 2-inch-long pieces) 1/4 cup oil (for pan-frying) 1 red bell pepper 1/2 to 1 mango (cut into chunks) 3 to 4 tbsps. coconut milk 1/4 to 1/2 cup fresh coriander |
Fun Fact: Dogs and cats can benefit from eating mangoes, too. Because this summer fruit is rich in vitamins A and C, and carotenoids, it can help support your pet’s eye and heart health. Mangoes are so packed with nutrients that it helps boost your furkids’ immune system. Ask your vet about how you can include mangoes in your pets’ diet. Or choose a gourmet pet food with mangoes on its ingredients list – like Wishbone.
Blueberry-Balsamic Glazed Rosemary Chicken
Baked chicken is a crowd’s favorite everywhere in the world. But what else can we do to make the dish even more enjoyable? Add a refreshing sauce that reminds you of summer. Feel the warmth of the summer season as you enjoy the tangy sweetness of blueberries and the piney-citrusy taste of rosemary, paired with a tender and juicy chicken.
| Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour, 5 minutes |
Author: Driscolls Recipe Type: Entrée
Serves: 4 to 6
Ingredients:
2 tbsps. extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 tbsps. unsalted butter, divided
1 tsp. salt
2 cups blueberries
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 tbsp. coarsely chopped rosemary
4-6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (or 2 pounds chicken legs and thighs)
2 shallots, thinly sliced (about 1/4 cup)
Fun Fact: Even though cats cannot taste sweets, they can still enjoy the amazing health benefits that blueberries have to offer. Blueberries are proven to help control your cat’s sugar levels because they are rich in vitamins A and C, dietary fiber, and calcium. Also, the antioxidants from blueberries can help protect your cat from free radicals. Ask your veterinarian about how to include blueberries to your cat’s diet. You may also choose to feed Wishbone to your cat so read our labels to know more about our recipes.
Want more recipes like these? See our recommended gourmet duck recipes here.
Here’s why chicken is a good protein source for your cats.
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