Ingredients
1. **1 lb (450g)** Lean Skinless Ground Chicken — *(100% pure lean ground chicken breast without additives or seasoning.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Provides high-quality protein for muscle repair, energy, and optimal metabolic health.*
2. **1/2 cup (50g)** Finely Shredded Fresh Carrots — *(Grated finely so dough folds easily.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Rich in beta-carotene, antioxidants, and fiber to support eye health and digestion.*
3. **1/4 cup (15g)** Finely Chopped Fresh Baby Spinach — *(Washed and patted dry before chopping.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Delivers vitamins A, B, C, and K alongside iron and phytonutrients for cellular health.*
4. **1 cup (120g)** White Rice Flour — *(Can substitute with oat flour if preferred.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Easy-to-digest gluten-free carb base that creates a smooth pliable dough wrapper.*
5. **1/4 cup (30g)** Coconut Flour — *(Absorbs moisture well to bind the dumpling dough.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: High in natural dietary fiber and healthy fats to support GI balance.*
6. **1/2 cup (120ml)** Sodium-Free Organic Chicken Bone Broth — *(Ensure broth contains zero onion or garlic ingredients.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Hydrates the dough and delivers joint-supporting collagen and glucosamine.*
7. **1 tbsp (15ml)** Unrefined Coconut Oil — *(Used for lightly greasing the baking pan or crisping bottom wrappers.)* — 🐾 *Benefit: Promotes glossy coat health and offers quick medium-chain triglyceride energy.*
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Canine Filling
In a medium glass bowl, combine the lean ground chicken, shredded carrots, and chopped spinach. Mix thoroughly with a spatula until evenly integrated.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** Ensure ground chicken is kept cold during prep to make forming tiny meatballs effortless.
Step 2: Mix the Dog-Safe Dough Wrapper
In a separate bowl, whisk together white rice flour and coconut flour. Gradually pour in the sodium-free chicken bone broth while stirring until a smooth, non-sticky dough ball forms.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** If dough feels too wet, add a sprinkle of rice flour; if dry, add 1 teaspoon of broth.
Step 3: Roll and Cut the Dough Circles
Lightly dust a clean surface with rice flour. Roll the dough out to about 1/8-inch thickness using a rolling pin. Use a 2-inch round cookie cutter or glass rim to punch out circular dumpling wrappers.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** Keep rolled dough covered with a damp cloth so it stays flexible while assembling.
Step 4: Stuff and Crimp the Mini Potstickers
Place a small 1/2 teaspoon portion of chicken filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape, then gently press and pinch the edges closed using your fingers or a fork.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** Dab a tiny drop of bone broth along the dough edge to seal the potsticker tightly.
Step 5: Bake to Golden Perfection
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper lightly brushed with coconut oil. Place mini potstickers on the sheet and bake for 16-18 minutes until dough is set and chicken filling reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
> 💡 **Pro Tip:** Let potstickers cool completely on a wire rack for 20 minutes before serving.