Chicken & Pea
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 8 min
- Cook
- 18 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 100g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 80g frozen or fresh peas
- 3-4 tbsp water
Method
- 01
Steam or poach chicken breast for 15–18 minutes until fully cooked through.
- 02
Steam or boil peas for 5–6 minutes until very tender.
- 03
Allow both to cool slightly.
- 04
Combine chicken and peas in a blender.
- 05
Add 3–4 tablespoons of water and blend until completely smooth.
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How to offer
Serve warm on a spoon. Peas provide plant-based iron and fibre to complement the protein in chicken.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freeze for up to 1 month.
Nutrition note
Vitamins B6 and B12, iron, zinc, choline, selenium, and vitamin B3 are just a few of the elements found in chicken that babies require to survive. When taken as a whole, these nutrients support antioxidant functions, provide energy for cells, produce healthy blood, support a keen sense of taste and smell, and improve brain health.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
