Description
Tail-wagging delicious cookies that combine savory chicken with sweet pumpkin—perfect for spoiling your furry family member!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20-25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Makes: 24-30 cookies
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken (no seasoning, completely safe for dogs)
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree (plain, not pie filling)
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 egg, room temperature (helps with mixing)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, softened (unrefined, plain variety)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper—trust me on this step.
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken and pumpkin puree until combined and your dog starts camping out in the kitchen.
- Add whole wheat flour gradually, stirring as you go to avoid flour explosions everywhere.
- Crack in the egg and add coconut oil, mixing until you have a workable dough that smells like doggy heaven.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness—thick enough to hold together but thin enough to bake evenly.
- Use cookie cutters to create shapes (bone shapes photograph beautifully, but any shape works).
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheet, leaving about an inch between each cookie.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and firm to touch—if your pup can wait that long!
- Let cookies cool completely before serving (always let cool completely for safety).
Notes:
- Always use plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling which contains unsafe spices
- Room temperature ingredients mix more easily and create better texture
- Amber prefers these when they’re completely cooled and have that perfect crunch
Storage Tips:
- Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to one week
- Can be frozen for up to 3 months in freezer bags
- Toss if you see any mold—better safe than sorry with homemade treats
What Makes This Recipe Special:
These cookies combine high-quality protein from chicken with digestive-supporting fiber from pumpkin, creating treats that taste amazing while actually benefiting your dog’s health. The whole wheat flour provides sustained energy, and coconut oil promotes a healthy coat and skin.
Mix It Up (Dog-Safe Variations):
- Probiotic Power: Add 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt for digestive benefits
- Sweet Potato Swirl: Replace half the chicken with finely diced cooked sweet potato
- Breath-Fresh Bites: Include 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley for natural breath freshening
- Senior Dog Special: Add extra pumpkin puree for senior dogs like Amber who need gentle digestive support