Chicken Pea Lentil Veggie Rice
This Chicken Pea Lentil Veggie Rice is a wholesome and nutritious meal perfect for babies aged 12-18 months. Packed with protein from chicken and lentils, along with fiber from peas and vitamins from carrots and potatoes, this dish supports healthy growth and development. It's a great way to introduce a variety of flavors and textures to your little one.
📝 Editor's Note
Introduce this recipe gradually to monitor for any allergic reactions, especially since it contains chicken and lentils. You can blend it to a smoother texture for younger babies and gradually make it chunkier as they grow.
🥕 Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/4 cup green peas, frozen or fresh
- 1/4 cup lentils, rinsed
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1 small potato, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 1 pinch of thyme (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced carrots and potato, sautéing for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Stir in lentils and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until lentils are cooked.
- Add green peas and cooked chicken, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Mix in cooked rice and thyme, stirring until well combined.
🍴 Serving Suggestion
💡 Tips & Tricks
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can freeze portions for up to 2 months. Adjust the texture by blending more for younger babies or leaving it chunkier for toddlers.
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
This content has been prepared and updated by the Miny Memos Editorial Team.
⚕️ This content is for informational purposes only. Please consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
