Butter Chicken Oven Bake

Written by: Jeanette Blandford | Published on May 28, 2025
A gently spiced, one pan butter chicken bake with rice and veggies all cooked together — a fragrant family meal that's easy to adapt for bub.

Another one pan bake style meal. As a busy mum these kind of meals are often my go to. We even got a little bit more adventurous with the older kiddos and just placed the whole tray on the dinner table and offered it up family serving style. It was a hit all around.

Quick Recipe Snapshot

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: About 55 minutes
Serves: 4–6
Freezer friendly: Yes
Texture: Tender chicken with soft rice and veg

Age & Texture Guidance

Suitable for 9 months+ when served as pictured.
6–9 months: blend a portion to a suitable consistency to offer as a traditional puree, or cut the cooked chicken into finger strips to offer.
9–12 months: serve small soft pieces of chicken, rice and veg.
12 months+: pop the tray in the middle of the table and let everyone serve themselves family-style.

Allergens Present

Milk (Greek yogurt and butter). Check your stock label for other allergens.

Allergen Substitutions

Use a thick coconut yoghurt and a dairy free spread in place of the Greek yogurt and butter for a dairy free version.

Why We Love This Recipe

• Everything cooks in one pan — minimal washing up
• Gentle, fragrant spices introduce bub to new flavours
• Family-style serving encourages little ones to explore food
• Freezer friendly leftovers for easy meals later

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