Introduce your little one to the delicious flavors of a classic French dish with Chicken Ratatouille. This wholesome meal combines tender chicken with a medley of finely chopped vegetables such as eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes, all cooked to a soft and toddler-friendly texture.
Source:
A Healthier You: Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Health and Human Services
Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Ingredients
Garlic
1 clove
Oil
1 tablespoon
Parsley
1 tablespoon
Chicken breast
2 pieces
Green summer squash (zucchini)
2 pieces
Basil
1 tablespoon
Green bell pepper
1 piece
Tomatoes
1 can
Spices, black pepper
1 pinch
Mushrooms
1/2 pound
1 piece
1 piece
Eggplant
1 piece
Steps
1.
Wash hands with soap and water.
2.
Heat oil in large non-stick skillet. Add chicken and sauté about 3 minutes, or until lightly browned.
3.
Add zucchini, eggplant, onion, green pepper, and mushrooms. Cook about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4.
Add tomatoes, garlic, basil, parsley, and pepper; stir and continue cooking about 5 minutes, or until chicken is tender.
Chicken Ratatouille
family_foods
Complexity
Easy Medium
Time
25
Min
Servings
4
Proteins
Main dishes
Vegetables
Family foods
Stovetop
Soft and chewable
Toddler foods
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