1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper—don’t skip the parchment for easy cleanup!
2. If using raw chicken, cook it completely in plain water until no pink remains, then let cool and shred by hand into bite-sized pieces.
3. Mash your black beans with a fork until mostly smooth but with some texture remaining—dogs love the variety.
4. Mix shredded chicken, mashed beans, oat flour, egg, chopped parsley, and coconut oil until you get a dough that holds together when squeezed.
5. Roll mixture into walnut-sized balls and place on your prepared baking sheet with space between each cookie.
6. Flatten each ball with a fork to create classic cookie ridges and ensure even baking.
7. Bake 15-20 minutes until golden brown and firm—start checking at 15 minutes to avoid overcooking.
8. Cool completely before serving (if your pup can wait that long).

Notes:

• Always use plain, unseasoned chicken—rotisserie chicken has too much salt for dogs
• Amber prefers these with a good crunch, but they’re great slightly soft too
• If dough feels too wet, add oat flour one tablespoon at a time

Storage Tips:

• Store in refrigerator in airtight container for up to one week
• Freeze individual cookies for up to 3 months—perfect for portion control
• Don’t leave out on counter—meat and beans spoil quickly without preservatives

What Makes This Recipe Special:

These cookies deliver complete protein from chicken for muscle health, fiber from black beans for digestive wellness, and fresh parsley for natural breath freshening. The combination creates a nutritionally balanced treat that satisfies dogs’ love for meat while supporting their overall health with plant-based nutrition they might not get otherwise.

Mix It Up (Dog-Safe Variations):

• Omega Boost Version: Substitute chicken with cooked salmon for joint-supporting omega-3s
• Training Size Mini Cookies: Roll into marble-sized balls for rapid-fire training rewards
• Fresh Mint Version: Replace parsley with fresh mint for extra breath-freshening power