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Freeze-Dried Chicken Breast Treats
Made by Nacho

Freeze-Dried Chicken Breast Treats

Verified Aug 17, 2026

Dog · Treat Cat · Treat All Breed Sizes

This is a simple, single-ingredient freeze-dried chicken breast treat designed mainly for cats but also suitable for dogs. It delivers very high protein with minimal fat and no added fillers, making it a lean, high-value reward or topper rather than a complete diet. The gentle freeze-drying process helps preserve the nutrients and flavor of the chicken without cooking.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a very clean, high-protein treat based on just skinless deboned chicken, which is excellent if you want a straightforward, single-ingredient reward. It’s best suited as a small, high-value treat or meal topper for healthy pets, not as a main food. Because it’s purely chicken and quite calorie-dense by weight, it’s important to use it in moderation and be cautious if your pet has chicken allergies or sensitivities.

Calorie and portion clarity 6.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Suitable For
All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Single-ingredient formula using named, lean animal protein (skinless deboned chicken) with no fillers or extras.
  • Very high protein (75% as-fed) and low fat (2% as-fed), making it a lean, high-value reward option.
  • Freeze-dried processing helps retain flavor and many nutrients while providing a crunchy texture many pets enjoy.
  • Clear statement that it is for intermittent or supplemental feeding, which helps prevent it being mistaken for a complete diet.

Considerations

  • Not a complete and balanced food; it should only be used as a treat or topper alongside a nutritionally complete main diet.
  • Chicken is a common allergen for some dogs and cats, so this would not be appropriate for pets with known chicken allergies or sensitivities.
  • Calorie-dense for its weight (about 104 kcal per ounce), so portions should be kept small to avoid unwanted weight gain, especially in less active or overweight pets.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Skinless deboned chicken

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.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Deboned Chicken
Deboned chicken is a common primary animal protein in pet foods, providing highly digestible essential amino acids and nutrients such as B vitamins and iron that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health in both dogs and cats. It is generally palatable and relatively lean, but can be a common food allergen for some animals and its nutritional and fat content varies with inclusion of skin or fat—ensure proper sourcing and handling to reduce contamination risk and consult a veterinarian if you suspect a food sensitivity.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
75.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
2.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
3.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
8.00%
Low High
104
kcal / Oz
3648
kcal / Kg
Moderate
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Whole Pieces
Processing method Freeze Dried
Food type Treat

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced
Why this is not complete and balanced This product is not labeled complete and balanced. It is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding.
No

Brand

Made by Nacho is a chef-created, vet-approved cat food brand aimed at modern cat owners seeking premium nutrition with culinary inspiration. The brand highlights responsibly sourced proteins like cage-free chicken and sustainably caught salmon, paired with functional ingredients such as bone broth, pumpkin, and cranberries.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Made by Nacho
Founded 2021
Headquarters New York, New York, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Missouri
Manufacturing oversight

Made by Nacho products are manufactured in the United States in facilities that adhere to FDA pet food regulations and are typically inspected under AAFCO nutritional guidelines. The company maintains quality oversight through ingredient sourcing and production partners that follow safety and quality control protocols such as HACCP compliance.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Made by Nacho Freeze-Dried Chicken Breast Treats.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Made by Nacho ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Made by Nacho. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall listings. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.