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Chicken and Vegetable Soup — A Soft, Warming Bowl for Ages 2 and Up
With shredded chicken, carrot, potato and a little rice that cooks down until every grain is soft, this gentle, warming soup makes a light yet satisfying lunch option for your child aged 2 and over.
Ingredients
- 150 g Boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh
- 1 piece Carrot (cut into small cubes)
- 1 piece Potato (cut into small cubes)
- 0.5 piece Zucchini (cut into small cubes)
- 1.5 tablespoon Rice (rinsed)
- 0.5 piece Small onion (very finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 cup Hot water
- 1 dessert spoon Parsley (finely chopped, optional)
Directions
- 1
Rinse the chicken, place it in a small pot, cover with water and simmer gently over low heat until very tender (about 20-25 minutes). Skim off any foam.
- 2
Remove the cooked chicken; once it has cooled a little, shred it finely by hand, discarding any firm pieces and tearing it into very small bits. Strain the cooking liquid and set it aside.
- 3
In another pot, heat the olive oil; cook the finely chopped onion over low heat until soft, 2-3 minutes, without letting it brown.
- 4
Add the carrot and potato and sauté for a few minutes; stir in the rinsed rice and mix once.
- 5
Pour in the strained chicken broth (adding hot water if needed); once it starts to simmer, add the zucchini.
- 6
Leave the lid slightly ajar and cook over low heat until the rice and vegetables are completely soft, 18-20 minutes.
- 7
Add the shredded chicken and warm through for another 2-3 minutes. For a smoother texture you can mash part of the soup or briefly blend it.
- 8
Turn off the heat; sprinkle with the finely chopped parsley. Once lukewarm, serve in age-appropriate small bites and always under supervision to guard against choking. (For age 2, it is best to prepare the soup with no or very little salt.)
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
Chicken provides your 2-year-old with quality protein and easily absorbed iron for growth. Carrot and zucchini offer vitamin A and fibre, while potato and rice give the soup a gentle texture and energy. Cooked together, these ingredients make a meal that is both light and satisfying; its warm consistency can be a comforting choice on cooler days.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko we care about simple, homemade and seasonal ingredients at your little one's table; preparing this soup with fresh vegetables and no or very little salt is a small reflection of that approach. Shredding the chicken well, softening the grains and serving it lukewarm under supervision makes the soup safer for age 2. Health Note: This content is for informational purposes only; please make decisions about your baby's nutrition and health in consultation with your pediatrician.
Nutrition per serving
115
kcal
9 g
protein
11 g
carbs
4 g
fat
2 g
fiber
Foods in this recipe
⚕️ This recipe is for general informational purposes. The right time to introduce new foods and the risk of allergies vary from baby to baby — consult your pediatrician.