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Whip up a delightful and protein-packed meal for your little one with Chicken Meatballs. These toddler-friendly meatballs are made with chunks of chicken and mild seasonings, creating a flavorful and easy-to-eat option.
Ingredients
- Celery1/2 stick, chopped
- Carrots1 small, chopped
- Chicken thigh500g, cut into chunks
- Oil1 tablespoon
- Fresh chivesa few, snipped
- Broccoli, cooked1 small head, steamed
- Rice2 cup, cooked
Common allergens (USDA)
Recommended after 12 months old
Steps
- 1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Blitz the celery, carrot, chicken and chives in a food processor until finely chopped. You may need to use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl a few times.
- 2. Shape into small meatballs. If freezing, space out on a tray and put in the freezer. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag and take them out when needed. Defrost thoroughly in the fridge before cooking.
- 3. To cook, put on a baking tray lined with greased foil and bake for 10 mins or until browned and cooked through.
- 4. Served with boiled rice and steamed broccoli.
Key Nutrition
Folate
Niacin
Phosphorus
Protein
Riboflavin
Thiamin
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B6
Vitamin C
Vitamin K
Zinc
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Chicken meatballs
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Complexity
Easy medium
Total Time
25 min
Serving Number
4
Age Suggestion: Baby-led Weaning (age-agnostic if not choking hazards)
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