Chicken Jerky

5 from 1 vote

Dehydrated chicken jerky for dogs or humans is a healthy snack that is high in protein and great for camping or keto diets.

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken, dehydrated, jerky

Servings:

Author: Justine

Slice chicken breasts as thinly as possible across the fibers with a sharp knife. It is helpful to freeze the meat for an hour before slicing so it is firmer.
If you are making for humans; Mix together the spices and nitrite salt. Place the prepared chicken in a plastic container, add the mixture. Mix the chicken pieces thoroughly. Cover the container with a lid and leave in the refrigerator for 8-10 hours to marinate. If making for dogs do not add any seasonings, you can use dog safe broth above for 15 minutes but optional.
Dehydrated chicken jerky in dehydrator - Place the chicken fillets on the dehydrator rack in a single layer. It is not necessary to grease the grid. Dry the jerky for 10 hours at 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The finished jerky should be translucent.
Chicken jerky in oven - Preheat your oven to a low temperature, ideally around 170°F. Place the prepared chicken strips on baking racks that are set on top of baking sheets. Make sure the strips are spread out and not touching. Put the baking sheets with the racks of chicken into the preheated oven. Bake for several hours, typically around 2-3 hours or until they become dry and firm. The exact time can vary based on your oven's temperature and the thickness of the chicken slices. You can prop the oven door open slightly with a wooden spoon to help air circulation and speed up the drying process.