🧂 Chicken stock
Allergen note
Chicken stock is generally well-tolerated, but always ensure it's homemade without allergenic additives like soy, or choose a store-bought version free from top allergens.
How to serve
For infants 6+ months, mix 1-2 tablespoons of cooled, low-sodium stock into pureed vegetables or rice cereal. For toddlers, use 1/4 cup as a cooking liquid for pasta or grains to add flavor and nutrients.
Preparation
Simmer chicken bones with vegetables for several hours, then strain and thoroughly defat the broth; always ensure it is cooled to a safe temperature and served plain, without salt or small bone fragments.
Texture and choking risk
While chicken stock itself is low risk, always strain it thoroughly to remove bone fragments and herbs, and supervise all meals to prevent choking on other foods.
Starting ages are typical guidance for healthy, full-term babies who show signs of readiness. Your paediatrician may advise differently, especially where there is a family history of allergy.
Track first tastes and reactions
Log when your child first tries chicken stock, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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