Name: Quick Chicken Fricassee with Rice for Toddlers
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4

This mild chicken fricassee is a wonderful comfort meal for children three years and older. It provides plenty of energy for active days and combines tender meat with colorful vegetables. Parents often love this dish because it is quick to prepare and easily wins over picky eaters.

Ingredients

200 g chicken breast fillet (organic if possible)
100 g peas (frozen)
2 medium carrots
1 small onion
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp wheat flour
200 ml mild vegetable broth
50 ml heavy cream
120 g long-grain rice
1 pinch of salt
A little fresh parsley

Preparation

Cook the long-grain rice in lightly salted water according to the package instructions.
Peel the carrots and cut them into small cubes. Dice the onion very finely as well.
Cut the chicken breast fillet into small, bite-sized pieces.
Melt the butter in a pan and sauté the onions until translucent. Add the meat and cook until fully done.
Sprinkle the flour over the meat and stir briefly. Deglaze with the vegetable broth and stir well until a smooth sauce forms.
Stir in the carrots and frozen peas. Let the fricassee simmer gently over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
Finally, stir in the cream and season with a pinch of salt and finely chopped parsley. Let it cool down well and check the temperature before serving.

Variations and Tips

Vary the vegetables: Instead of peas and carrots, small broccoli florets or corn kernels also go perfectly in the sauce.
Storage: The fricassee keeps well covered in the fridge for up to two days. It can also be easily frozen and gently reheated in a pot later.
For the parents: Adults can refine their portion at the table with a little white pepper, a splash of lemon juice, or a few capers.
Adjusting texture: For children who are still practicing chewing, you can shred the meat into even finer pieces.

Allergy and Safety Notes

This recipe contains dairy products (butter, cream) and gluten (wheat flour). It is best to introduce new ingredients individually and in small amounts. Make sure that poultry is always fully cooked. If you have any uncertainties about nutrition or possible allergies, please consult your pediatrician.

Good for Your Child

The tender chicken provides high-quality protein and important iron for growth. The combination of peas and carrots brings valuable fiber and vitamin A to the plate. In addition, the rice ensures long-lasting fullness and quick energy.

Preparation

Cook the long-grain rice in lightly salted water according to the package instructions.

Peel the carrots and cut them into small cubes. Dice the onion very finely as well.

Cut the chicken breast fillet into small, bite-sized pieces.

Melt the butter in a pan and sauté the onions until translucent. Add the meat and cook until fully done.

Sprinkle the flour over the meat and stir briefly. Deglaze with the vegetable broth and stir well until a smooth sauce forms.

Stir in the carrots and frozen peas. Let the fricassee simmer gently over medium heat for about 10 minutes.

Finally, stir in the cream and season with a pinch of salt and finely chopped parsley. Let it cool down well and check the temperature before serving.

Variations and Tips

Vary the vegetables: Instead of peas and carrots, small broccoli florets or corn kernels also go perfectly in the sauce.

Storage: The fricassee keeps well covered in the fridge for up to two days. It can also be easily frozen and gently reheated in a pot later.

For the parents: Adults can refine their portion at the table with a little white pepper, a splash of lemon juice, or a few capers.

Adjusting texture: For children who are still practicing chewing, you can shred the meat into even finer pieces.

Allergy and Safety Notes