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Chicken Apple Barley Soup for Babies (8 months+)

Dry pearl barley usually needs longer than 20 minutes; cook until fully soft before combining with chicken and fruit.

8 months+DinnerEasy
Chicken Apple Barley Soup
  • Age Range8 months+
  • Prep 5 min
  • DifficultyEasy
  • Allergen InformationContains: Gluten

Ingredients

  • 40g raw boneless chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp dry pearl barley
  • 1/2 apple, peeled, cored and chopped
  • Water or unsalted chicken broth in the amount needed to cook barley fully, plus extra for soup texture
  • 1 tbsp carrot, finely chopped

Preparation

  1. Rinse the dry pearl barley and simmer according to package directions until thoroughly tender; add more water as needed.

  2. Peel and core apple and finely dice carrot; simmer until soft.

  3. Cook chicken separately to 74°C (165°F), then finely shred.

  4. Combine barley, fruit, vegetables and chicken with safe cooking liquid and mash to a thick moist soup.

  5. Check for firm barley and chewy chicken; cool before serving.

Serving by Age

Serve a moist thick soup with no chewy meat or firm barley grains.

9 months+

Serve as a soft, thick soup with very tender chicken and well-cooked barley. Mash or finely chop to soft, small pieces for safe self-feeding.

Allergen Information

Contains barley, a gluten-containing grain distinct from wheat. Not appropriate for a gluten-free diet; check barley and any stock packaging for wheat cross-contact and other added allergens.

Storage

Cool clean untouched portions promptly and refrigerate covered for up to 24 hours, or freeze promptly when appropriate. Reheat cooked portions until steaming hot throughout, stir and cool before serving; discard bowl leftovers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I store Chicken Apple Barley Soup?

Cool clean untouched portions promptly and refrigerate covered for up to 24 hours, or freeze promptly when appropriate. Reheat cooked portions until steaming hot throughout, stir and cool before serving; discard bowl leftovers.

Which allergens does Chicken Apple Barley Soup contain?

It contains Gluten. Check the labels of the products you use, and follow any allergy advice your baby has been given.

Sources & References

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