What could make you happier than cooking homemade cat food that your cat loves?
As a vet, I always looked for cat foods that are not only healthy but also enjoyable for my cats. But, It was time to introduce them to some new recipes.
Most homemade cat food recipes I searched online lacked clear instructions and exact measurements of ingredients. Being a vet, I was shocked to see some ingredients that were not safe for cats.
So, I spent a whole day researching the healthiest and most tasty recipes. Then, I made them all to test them for you. These are vet approved and will only benifit your lovelies.
#1 – The Tuna Bowl – Homemade Cat Food Recipe With Tuna & Vegetables
Ingredients for 2 portions:
- 1.5 tuna cans
- 3/4 cup of boiled potato
- 2 boiled carrots
Preparation:
- Boil the potato and carrots for 30 minutes
- Mash the potatoes and carrots
- Combine with the tuna
This recipe is adequate for a 1-day meal plan for an adult cat. Always make sure that the veggies are adequately boiled to avoid choking hazards.
This meal is a perfect source of omega-3 fatty acids. In addition, it promotes immune system health, has anti-inflammatory properties and promotes healthy skin and hair coat.
#2 – Thigh King – Homemade Cat Food Recipe With Chicken & Rice
Ingredients for 2 portions:
- 1 chicken thigh
- ½ cup of rice
- 2 tablespoons of chicken broth
Preparation:
- Boil the chicken thigh for 30 minutes
- Keep the water you used for boiling the chicken aside
- Cook your rice
- Separate the chicken from the bone
- Combine that with the rice and the chicken broth
- Mix it thoroughly and serve it over two meals
Avoid seasoning and salting the food and always cook the chicken by boiling rather than frying.
The chicken broth prepared at the beginning of the recipe is an excellent source of essential fatty and amino acids.
Adding this component to the recipe will increase the palatability and nutritional value of the meal.
#3 – Liver Bites – Homemade Cat Food Recipe With Chicken Liver
The Ingredients for 2 portions:
- 10 grams of cooked chicken liver
- ½ cup of rice
- 65 grams of cooked chicken breast
Preparation:
- Cook the liver by boiling or baking it for 20 minutes
- Boil the chicken breasts for 30 minutes
- Cook the rice
- Combine the ingredients and add some chicken broth to make it softer
Chicken liver is rich in vitamins A, B, C and D. It also contains high amounts of iron and folic acid.
It’s a great addition to your cat’s diet and highly increases the nutritional value of the food.
On the other hand, you should not serve chicken liver to your cat every day unless in very tiny portions.
The best option is to serve the “liver bites” recipe once a week to boost your cat’s health and to provide a variation in your cat’s diet.
#4 – Crazy Salmon – Homemade Cat Food Recipe With Salmon & Oatmeal
Ingredients for 2 portions:
- 60 grams of cooked salmon
- ½ cup of boiled oatmeal
- One boiled carrot
Preparation:
- Cook your salmon for 20 minutes by boiling or steaming
- Boil the oatmeal
- Boil the carrot
- Mash all the ingredients and combine them
A rich meal enough to feed your cat for 1 day. This balanced and fulfilling recipe makes a great addition to your cat’s weekly diet plan.
Salmon is very palatable and enjoyable for cats. It also has such high nutritional importance.
It’s one of the most significant protein sources and omega-3 providers.
#5 – Shaking Beef – Homemade Cat Food Recipe With Beef & Rice
Ingredients for 2 portions:
- 60 grams of minced beef
- ½ cup of brown rice
- 1/5 cup of boiled broccoli
- 1 teaspoon of olive oil
Preparation:
- Cook the minced meat for 20 minutes
- Cook the rice
- Boil the broccoli
- Mash these and combine them with the oil
A balanced meal with an excellent protein source and adequate carbs and fibres.
Meat is very palatable for cats and provides them with the right amount of protein.
Cats usually do not favour vegetables, but they make an excellent addition to their diet. Therefore the best way is to mash it with other ingredients like meat.
#6 – Bone Broth Soup – Homemade Cat Food With Bones & Vegetables
Ingredients:
- Chicken/beef bones
- Carrots
- Celery
Preparation:
- Place chicken/beef bones in a pot (favorably with some meat on them), and bring them to a boil
- Add the chopped carrots and celery to the pot
- Once the water starts boiling, lower the heat and let it simmer
- You can let it cook for around 2-3 hours
- Add this mixture 1-2 spoons at a time to your cat’s diet
This recipe is always a great addition to a cat’s diet. It makes the food more palatable and easier to chew and digest.
Bone broth enhances immune health as well as bone and cartilage maintenance. Moreover, it is excellent for gut health and digestion.
After preparing the broth, you can always freeze it in ice trays and pop it out when needed.
#7 – Ducklings – Homemade Cat Food With Duck Meat & Rice
Ingredients for 2 portions:
- 70 grams of duck meat
- ½ cup of cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon of olive oil
Preparation:
- Boil the duck meat for 30-40 minutes
- Cook the rice
- Cut the duck meat into small pieces and combine it with the rice
- Add the olive oil
Including duck in your cat’s diet is not an everyday thing, but it’s a great variation in your cat’s meals.
It’s a great source of protein. Along with the other ingredients, it provides a balanced meal for the day.
#8 – Tuna Treat Bites – Homemade Cat Food Treat With Tuna
Ingredients:
- 1 tuna can
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 mashed banana
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup of flour
Preparation:
- Mash the banana
- Combine all the ingredients
- Flatten the batter onto a baking sheet
- Cook at 150 degrees Celsius for 10-15 minutes
- After it’s cooked, cut it into small square bites
This recipe is a cat’s all favourite. Not only is It palatable for cats, but it also has excellent nutritional value.
All these ingredients make a great combination for a homemade treat.
#9 – That Quick Snack
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup of Minced meat
- ¼ cup of Cooked potatoes
- 1 teaspoon of olive oil
Preparations:
- Mash the boiled potatoes
- Combine the minced meat with the mashed potatoes
- Make a dough after adding the olive oil
- Make small circular bites from the dough and bake in the oven for 15 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius
These are like small snacks for your little furry friends. But, they are still balanced food which can be given in small portions regularly.
#10 – Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of boiled oatmeal
- 1 tuna can
- 1 tablespoon of fish oil
Preparations:
- In a bowl, Add the boiled oatmeal with the tuna
- Mush the ingredients together and add the fish oil
- Place on a baking sheet as small bites
- Bake for 7-10 minutes at 150 degrees Celsius
Another recipe with a balanced combination of the cat’s favourite protein and a great carb source. It provides for your cat as a snack or treat throughout the day.
#11 – Pilchard Party – Homemade Cat Food With Pilchards & Oatmeal
Pilchards have a wonderful smell, but cats prefer the taste more. So when serving this dinner, don’t plan on having any leftovers.
Ingredients:
- 1 oil-filled Pilchard can
- 2 tablespoons mashed, cooked carrot
- 30g cooked oatmeal
Preparation:
- In a container, mix all the ingredients.
- Serve after combining the ingredients in a mash.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and tossed after three days.
#12 – Cat Salad – Homemade Cat Food With Alfalfa Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup chopped alfalfa sprouts
- 1/8 cup chicken or fish stock
- Catnip mince as a garnish
Preparation:
- In a bowl, mix the first three ingredients.
- Add the minced catnip on top before serving.
- For up to three days, leftovers can be kept in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
Your cat’s yearning for something green should be satisfied by this particular delight.
#13 – Salmon Dinner – Homemade Cat Food With Salmon, Broccoli & Bread
Salmon is a delicious and excellent source of good fish oil. This dish can end up being a favorite of your pet.
Ingredients
- 1 salmon can
- 1 tablespoon mashed, boiled broccoli
- 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Brewer’s yeast
Preparation:
- In a bowl, mix each item.
- Serve after combining and stirring.
- Refrigerate any leftovers and throw them away three days later.
#14 – Fishcken – Homemade Cat Food With Chicken and Tuna
The pairing of chicken and Tuna is frequently impossible to resist. In addition, this meal may increase your cat’s appetite if they are acting picky about their food.
Ingredients
- 50 g of cooked chicken
- 1 can of Tuna in oil
- 1 tablespoon mashed, cooked carrot
- 2 teaspoons of brown rice
Preparation:
- In a food processor, combine all the ingredients.
- Blend in the processor, and then serve.
- Refrigerate remnants, and then throw them away after three days.
What Now?
Now you know the best homemade cat food recipes you can quickly make to add fun to your cat’s life.
These recipes provide essential vitamins and minerals with some high quality protein options that will fulfill your cat’s dietary needs to its fullest. As pet owners, You will see clear benefits of this home cooked and homemade diet in your cat’s health as compared to commercial pet food.
Always make sure never to overfeed your cat with these recipes. You can check out our in-depth guide on how much to feed a cat.
