Mia’s Kitchen
March 1, 2013
Homemade Jerky Treats
No road trip is really complete without a supply of jerky, and with all of the dog treat recalls lately, Mia has decided to make her own.
Ingredients:
- Boneless, skinless chicken or turkey breasts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 200 F.
- Slice the meat into 1/8” – 1/4“ strips (place them in the freezer for a couple of hours first to firm them up and make them easier to slice).
- Place slices on very lightly oiled cooking sheet in an even layer; do not overlap.
- Cook for 4-5 hours, or until the strips are dry but not crispy; turn over about halfway through. The strips should feel leathery and have the same color and texture throughout.
- Transfer the jerky to a cooling rack in a dry spot and allow the strips to cure for 24-48 hours (this will help any remaining moisture to evaporate).
- Put jerky into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
Note: for an easy shortcut, you can use good-quality chicken or turkey breast from the deli counter; just have them slice it to the appropriate thickness. If you prefer to use a dehydrator instead of the oven, follow the instructions for that particular model.