Mia’s Kitchen

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.

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