1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper—essential for easy removal.
2. Combine shredded chicken with brown rice, grated carrots, and mashed peas in large bowl.
3. Add egg and melted coconut oil, mixing until everything holds together nicely.
4. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and form into cookie shapes on prepared baking sheet.
5. Flatten slightly with fork to create ridges for even baking and satisfying texture.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy outside (if your pup can wait that long).
7. Cool completely before serving—these substantial cookies retain heat longer than simple treats!

Notes:

• Always let cool completely for best texture and safe serving temperature
• Amber prefers these crispy outside with slightly chewy centers from rice and vegetables
• If mixture seems too wet, add oat flour gradually; too dry, add low-sodium chicken broth

Storage Tips:

• Store in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 2 weeks
• Refrigerate for up to a month for maximum freshness and safety
• They actually improve in flavor after sitting overnight as ingredients meld

What Makes This Recipe Special:

These cookies combine complete protein from chicken with complex carbohydrates from brown rice and natural vitamins from colorful vegetables, creating substantial treats that support sustained energy and overall health. Unlike commercial cookies with artificial flavoring, every colorful speck comes from real vegetables while delivering nutrition dogs’ bodies can actually use.

Mix It Up (Dog-Safe Variations):

Digestive Support Cookies: Add 1 tablespoon plain pumpkin puree for extra fiber and stomach-soothing properties

Training Size Bites: Make quarter-sized for perfect training rewards that won’t overfill during sessions

Grain-Free Comfort Cookies: Replace brown rice with cauliflower rice for grain-sensitive pups