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Baby Food Chicken Recipe

This isn't your grandma's baby food! This recipe, inspired by a parent's love, transforms simple chicken into a delicious and nutritious meal perfect for your little one's palate. Starting with a mild base, you'll gradually introduce exciting flavors like garlic, onion, parsley, herbs, ginger, and even a touch of cayenne and cumin as your baby grows. Perfect for introducing new tastes and textures, this recipe is also a quick and easy weeknight meal for the whole family! Prep time includes baking the chicken. Serves 1 (easily doubled or tripled).

Prep Time 120 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 219.8 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Baby Food Chicken 85

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baby Food Chicken

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon unbleached flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 small chicken breast (approx. 4-6 oz), shredded
  • 1 medium potato, cubed
  • 1/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese, optional
  • 1/4 cup pureed mixed vegetables, optional
  • Pinch of salt, optional (or to taste, according to baby's age and tolerance)
  • Pinch of garlic powder, to taste (according to baby's age and tolerance)
  • Pinch of onion powder, to taste (according to baby's age and tolerance)

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How to Make Baby Food Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake chicken breast for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through. Let cool, then shred.
  2. While chicken bakes, bake or boil the cubed potato until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and mash or leave in cubes.
  3. Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  4. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and creamy. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cheese (if using) until melted.
  7. Add shredded chicken and potato to the sauce. Stir to combine.
  8. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and other spices according to your baby's age and tolerance. Start with smaller amounts and gradually increase as needed.
  9. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

39g

Carbs

7g

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Weeknight Time To Make Preparation For 1 Or 2 Kid Friendly Dietary Infant Baby Friendly Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less