Chicken Veggie Growing Plate
This Chicken Veggie Growing Plate is a nutritious meal designed for toddlers aged 12-18 months, incorporating lean protein from chicken and a variety of colorful vegetables. This dish supports healthy growth and development, providing essential vitamins and minerals while being easy to chew and digest.
📝 Editor's Note
For the first introduction, serve the chicken and veggies separately to gauge your baby's preferences. You can also add herbs like parsley for flavor or substitute chicken with turkey for variety.
🥕 Ingredients
- 1 cup diced chicken breast
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced zucchini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
👨🍳 Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add diced carrots and zucchini to the skillet.
- Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle thyme over the mixture.
- Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
🍴 Serving Suggestion
💡 Tips & Tricks
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Adjust texture by mashing or pureeing according to your child's chewing ability. This meal is rich in protein and vitamins A and C.
📊 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.
