Pasta Chicken Stew
Suitable for: 8 months to 10 months old baby
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sodium-free chicken broth (try homemade stock)
- 1/2 cup elbow or ditalini pasta (or noodle pasta)
- 1/2 cubed chicken breast
- 1/4 cup of frozen peas
- 3 tablespoons chopped onion
Preparation and Cooking Method:
Step 1: Add chicken broth to a medium sized saucepan and bring to a boil.
Step 2: Add pasta, chicken, peas and onion
Step 3: Turn heat to low and simmer until the chicken is cooked and tender – approximately 20 minutes
Puree or mash the stew as needed for your baby’s texture preference.
Serve warm, adding a sprinkle of cheese if desired.
Nutritional Value of 100g of Whole-wheat Pasta:
|
1 |
Protein |
5.3 g |
|
2 |
Vitamin A |
3 IU |
|
3 |
Calcium |
15 mg |
|
4 |
Magnesium |
30 mg |
|
5 |
Phosphorus |
89 mg |
|
6 |
Potassium |
44 mg |
|
7 |
Selenium |
25.9 mcg |
|
8 |
Vitamin K |
0.7 mcg |
|
9 |
Folate |
5 mcg |
|
10 |
Dietrary Fiber |
4.5 g |
Benefits of Pasta Chicken Stew:
Pasta is made from semoline, a durham wheat that is hearty and nutritious if it is whole grain; it is not refined in the process of making pasta.
Most pasta is also enriched with vitamins and minerals. Multigrain and whole wheat pastas are also high in dietary fiber which is good for your baby's digestion.
In addition, chicken is high in protein and iron. It is one of the most easily digested of the meats.
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