This is one of those meals I make when I want everyone at the table to eat the same thing\u2026 and actually enjoy it. It feels like a proper comfort dinner, but it\u2019s still gentle enough for babies. The pumpkin softens into the sauce and makes it naturally sweet and creamy, which means you get all those beautiful warming spices without it feeling \u201cspicy\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I love this for early eaters because the chicken becomes so soft it practically falls apart, and the thick sauce clings beautifully to rice or a preloaded spoon. It\u2019s nourishing, freezer-friendly and makes the house smell amazing while it cooks. A proper family meal, just made baby-friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This recipe has two methods – a slow cooker version or an oven version. I’m partial to using the oven, I think it just really brings out the flavours and gives the meal that delicious ‘jamminess’ as it reduces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Suitable from 6 months+, once your baby is developmentally ready for solids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For baby-led weaning, serve shredded chicken with soft pumpkin pieces and thick sauce spooned on top. I like to mix the sauce through the rice to make the rice a bit less messy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For puree, blend or mash the chicken and pumpkin with extra sauce or a little additional broth to reach your desired consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Serve over steamed rice, quinoa or mashed sweet potato.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pair with natural yoghurt to cool and balance the spices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Add a side of steamed greens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use leftovers as a filling for wraps or spoon over baked potatoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Freeze in portion-sized containers for up to 3 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through. Stir well and ensure internal temperature reaches 74\u00b0C before serving.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"