Golden Sweetcorn & Chicken

Makes: 770g or ~ 6.5 120g Servings

Time: ~ 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 400g Chicken Breast
• 500ml (2 cups) Water
• 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
• 1/2 Tsp Ground Tumeric
• 220g (3) Carrots
• 200g (1 Cup) Canned Sweet Corn Kernels

Method

1. Roughly dice your chicken breast and carrots. This doesn't have to be pretty or neat! It's all getting blended in the end!
2. Place a medium sized sauce pan over medium heat. Add 2 cups of water. Bring to the boil.
3. Add the diced chicken breast and spices to the sauce. Cover and allow to simmer for 4 minutes.
4. Add the diced carrots and continue simmering on medium heat for another 5 minutes.
5. Add the corn kernels and simmer for a further 3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before blending. The majority of the water added to the saucepan has evaporated off by this point so there is no need to drain off excess water. To make a smooth consistency you want to ensure there is still a little bit of water floating around the pan.
7. Use either a stick blender or food processor to blend to the desired consistency. To make this is a consistency that replicates that of the pouches you do need to process it for around 1-2 minutes to ensure all lumps are removed.

Hint: If making this for an older baby and wanting a thicker mashed consistency you could drain off most of the water and pull the chicken to shreds with forks and mash the rest of the vegetables. Or simply just don't blend for as long in the final step.

Storage Instructions

Fridge: store in an airtight container and use within 48 hours.

Freezer: portion into silicone trays or reusable pouches and freeze for up to 2 months. Label with the contents and the date made. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat until steaming hot, then stir well and check the temperature before serving to bub.

Nutrition Notes

Chicken provides protein and a small amount of iron and zinc — nutrients that matter for growing bubs. Carrot contributes beta-carotene (which the body converts to vitamin A) and corn adds fibre and natural sweetness. At around 416kJ per 100g, this version is nearly twice as energy dense as the commercial pouch it replaces.

Parent Tip

Freeze in 120g portions and you've got your own homemade pouches ready to go — pop a thawed portion into a reusable pouch for outings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use chicken thigh instead of breast?

Yes! Thigh is a cheaper, more tender cut with a higher iron content — it works beautifully in this recipe.

What age is this purée suitable from?

From around 6 months, once bub has started solids. Blend until completely smooth for new eaters.

Can I freeze this recipe?

Yes — it freezes really well. Portion it out, freeze for up to 2 months and always reheat until steaming hot before cooling to serving temperature.

Can I make it chunkier for an older baby?

Absolutely. Drain off most of the cooking water, shred the chicken with two forks and fork mash the veggies instead of blending.