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Baby-Friendly Chicken Curry

Baby-Friendly Chicken Curry

Baby food does not have to be bland or unseasoned. This Baby-Friendly Chicken Curry recipe is perfect to introduce the little ones to different spices. Suitable from 6+ months.
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Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: baby chicken curry with coconut milk, baby friendly chicken curry, baby led weaning chicken curry, baby led weaning curry, chicken curry, chicken curry for babies recipe, chicken curry for kids, chicken curry for toddlers, curry de frango para bebes, receita indiana introdução alimentar
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 5 people
Calories: 1760kcal
Author: Carol Pecora

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet

Ingredients  

  • 3 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter use unsalted for babies < 12m old
  • 1 onion medium
  • 2 tsp garlic about 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste use 100% tomatoes, no salt or sugar added
  • 400 ml coconut milk no sugar added and preferrably only coconut and water
  • 1 cup peas frozen
  • 1 tsp paprika sweet / mild
  • 2 tsp garam marsala
  • 2 tsp curry powder

Instructions

  • Cut chicken breasts into pieces of about 2 cm (3/4in).
  • Mix the dry seasoning (garam marsala, curry powder and paprika) and measure 1 tsp of this dry mixture to add to the chicken.
  • In a bowl, combine the chicken with lemon juice and 1 tsp of the dry seasoning and set aside.
  • Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  • Add the chicken pieces and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  • Add the butter and once it is melted, add the onion, garlic, and the remaining dry seasoning.
  • Sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the tomato paste, peas, coconut milk and mix.
  • When it starts to boil, reduce to low heat, cover pan with a lid and let it simmer on low for 45 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • Serve with white rice and your favorite veggies.

Notes

  • Nutrition facts are calculated for each serving of the recipe.
  • For little ones doing baby led weaning, you can cut the chicken really small, add some rice and curry combining it into a "ball" or "finger shape".
  • Remove the baby's portion and add salt to taste for the rest of the family.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Baby-Friendly Chicken Curry
Amount per Serving
Calories
1760
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
137
g
211
%
Saturated Fat
 
92
g
575
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
28
g
Cholesterol
 
277
mg
92
%
Sodium
 
717
mg
31
%
Potassium
 
3064
mg
88
%
Carbohydrates
 
54
g
18
%
Fiber
 
14
g
58
%
Sugar
 
18
g
20
%
Protein
 
92
g
184
%
Vitamin A
 
3426
IU
69
%
Vitamin C
 
87
mg
105
%
Calcium
 
190
mg
19
%
Iron
 
19
mg
106
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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