Description
A delightful and nutritious meal designed specifically for kids, balancing taste and health.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken breast and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add broccoli florets and cherry tomatoes to the skillet.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté the vegetables until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet, tossing to combine.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the top and mix well.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with chickpeas.
- Experiment with other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- Adjust seasoning to suit your child’s taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Kids Meals
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: kids meals, healthy meals for kids, pasta recipes