🍲 Ana Yemek · 2 yaş
Oven-Baked Chicken & Veggie Nuggets: Soft Zucchini-Carrot Bites (Age 2)
Soft, oven-baked (not fried) nuggets made with chicken, zucchini and carrot. A practical main dish that brings protein and vegetables together, easy for your 2-year-old to pick up and explore with their hands.
⚠️ Contains allergens: egg, gluten
Ingredients
- 150 g Skinless chicken breast (finely chopped or minced)
- 1 small Zucchini (grated, excess water squeezed out)
- 1 small Carrot (grated)
- 1 piece Egg
- 3 tablespoon Whole-wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 pinch Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Directions
- 1
Wash your hands, the counter and the bowls you will use. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a tray with baking paper.
- 2
Chop the chicken breast very finely or pulse it in a food processor until soft, so the bites stay tender for your little one.
- 3
Finely grate the zucchini and carrot. Squeeze the extra water out of the zucchini with your hands so the nuggets hold their shape.
- 4
In a bowl, mix the chicken, grated vegetables, egg, whole-wheat breadcrumbs, chopped parsley and a pinch of oregano. Drizzle in the olive oil and knead well.
- 5
With damp hands, shape small, flat, soft nuggets and arrange them spaced apart on the lined tray.
- 6
Bake at 190°C for about 18-22 minutes, turning once halfway, until the chicken is fully cooked and no pink remains inside.
- 7
Take them out and let them cool until just warm. Serve to your little one in small, soft bite-sized pieces to prevent choking, always under supervision.
🌱 Why is it nourishing?
Chicken is a source of quality protein and easily absorbed iron for growing children. Zucchini and carrot add moisture, a gentle natural sweetness and beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A. Baking allows less oil to be used than frying. The soft, hand-held pieces can gently support a 2-year-old's self-feeding skills and hand-to-mouth coordination.
Maiyko's note
At Maiyko we believe every bite on a little one's table should be simple, fresh and lovingly prepared; we suggest making these nuggets additive-free, homemade and with seasonal vegetables. Health Note: This content is for informational purposes; please make decisions about your baby's nutrition and health in consultation with your pediatrician.
Nutrition per serving
150
kcal
14 g
protein
8 g
carbs
7 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.