Chicken, Apple and Carrot Recipe Dry Dog Food
Verified Jun 16, 2026
This is a grain-free dry dog food for all life stages that uses chicken and chicken meal as its main protein sources. Peas, sweet potatoes, apples, and carrots provide carbohydrates, fiber, and plant-based nutrients, while added omega fats, vitamins, and minerals help round out a complete and balanced diet. It’s formulated to meet AAFCO standards even for growing large-breed puppies, which is a higher nutritional bar than many all-life-stages foods.
Nutritionally, this is a solid all-life-stages kibble with moderate protein and fat, appropriate mineral levels, and an AAFCO formulation that covers even large-breed growth. The first two ingredients are chicken and chicken meal, which support good-quality protein, and the calorie density is on the lower side, which can help with weight control if portions are managed. It does rely heavily on peas and potatoes for carbohydrates, so I would be a bit cautious using it long term in breeds where diet-associated heart disease has been a concern.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Chicken and chicken meal lead the ingredient list, providing good-quality, animal-based protein.
- Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages, including large-breed puppies.
- Moderate calorie density and 10% minimum fat can suit many dogs who don’t need a very rich diet.
- Includes fish oil and a range of fruits and vegetables that contribute omega fats and natural antioxidants.
Considerations
- Peas and potatoes are key carbohydrate sources; some research has linked legume-heavy diets to heart issues in certain dogs.
- Contains chicken, which is a common food allergen for some dogs.
- Higher fiber level at 8% max may cause softer stools in a few dogs, especially during transition.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
02
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
03
Pea
Pea is a plant-based ingredient used in pet foods as a source of protein, soluble and insoluble fiber, and micronutrients (often included as whole peas, pea flour, or pea protein concentrate) to boost protein content and improve texture. While peas can provide digestible carbohydrates, fiber, and some plant protein useful especially for dogs, they are not a complete protein for obligate carnivores like cats and — when overused, particularly in concentrated forms or as a major component of grain‑free diets — have been scrutinized for a possible association with canine dilated cardiomyopathy and can contribute to nutrient imbalances or excess calories, so balanced formulation and compliance with AAFCO nutritional profiles are important.
04
Apple
Apple is used in pet foods as a fruit ingredient that supplies soluble fiber (pectin), natural flavor, moisture, and small amounts of vitamins and antioxidants. It can support digestion and add low‑calorie sweetness, but seeds and cores should be avoided because of cyanogenic compounds, apples are relatively high in natural sugars so should be used in moderation (and washed to remove pesticides), and cats—being obligate carnivores—gain less nutritional benefit than dogs.
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Carrot
Carrot is used in pet foods as a vegetable ingredient providing fiber, moisture, texture and antioxidant nutrients such as beta‑carotene (a provitamin A), vitamin K, vitamin C and potassium, contributing to palatability and digestive bulk. Cooked carrots are more digestible and release more beta‑carotene, but cats cannot efficiently convert beta‑carotene to active vitamin A so carrots are more nutritionally useful for dogs than as a primary vitamin A source for cats; they should be fed in moderation due to natural sugars and should be offered in appropriately sized pieces to avoid choking.
Nutritional Breakdown
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AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
Supreme Source is a premium grain-free pet food brand owned by American Pet Nutrition, focusing on natural ingredients, superfood nutrition, and prebiotic fiber for digestive health. It targets health-conscious pet owners seeking high-quality, affordable super-premium nutrition for their dogs and cats.
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American Pet Nutrition manufactures its products in its own facilities in Ogden, Utah, adhering to strict quality control and safety standards, including compliance with FDA, USDA, and AAFCO regulations.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Supreme Source Chicken, Apple and Carrot Recipe Dry Dog Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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