Baby’s First Chicken Soup

Baby’s First Chicken Soup Recipe: A Nutritious and Comforting Lunch or Dinner Idea for 6 month baby & up

This Chicken Soup was my go-to recipe when both my kids were starting out solids. Till this day we make a big pot of it once a week and the whole family enjoys it together! Introducing new foods to your baby is an exciting milestone, and chicken soup is a wonderful addition to their diet. This gentle, nutrient-rich recipe is designed with babies in mind, featuring simple, wholesome ingredients that are easy to digest and full of flavor. Perfect for cooler days, teething times, or when your little one needs a comforting meal, baby’s first chicken soup is sure to become a family favorite.  

Benefits of Chicken Soup for Baby & Kids:

Chicken broth is rich in essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, which support healthy bone development. It’s also hydrating and gentle on tiny tummies, making it especially valuable when your baby is feeling under the weather. The natural gelatin and collagen in the broth promote gut health, which is vital for digestion and overall immunity. By including chicken broth in your baby’s diet, you’re not just feeding them; you’re setting the foundation for a healthy digestive system and strong immune defenses while introducing them to the warm, familiar flavors of home-cooked meals.  

Why Chicken Soup is Great for Babies

1. Nutritionally Balanced: Chicken provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients like iron and zinc, which are crucial for growth and development. Vegetables like carrots and sweet potato add vitamins, while the broth helps keep your baby hydrated. It is the most perfect go-to dinner idea for 6 month baby!
2. Gentle on Tiny Tummies: This recipe uses mild ingredients and avoids added salt or strong spices, making it suitable for babies’ developing digestive systems.
3. Easy to Adapt: The soup can be pureed, mashed, or served in small, soft pieces, depending on your baby’s stage of eating.

 

Why Parents Love This Recipe

1. Simple and Wholesome: The recipe uses everyday ingredients and is free of additives or preservatives, making it a clean, healthy choice for your baby.
2. Freezer-Friendly: This soup freezes really well and. You can make a big batch and freeze portions for quick, nutritious meals on busy days. To reheat take out the night before and place in refrigerator. Next day you can heat it up stove top and it tastes as good as new.
3. Family-Friendly: This soup is easily adaptable for the whole family. Just season the adult portions separately to suit everyone’s taste.

 

Serving Ideas for Different Stages

• 6–8 Months: Puree the soup until smooth, adding extra broth when blending.
• 8–10 Months: Offer the soup mashed with small, soft chunks for spoon-feeding.
• 10+ Months: Let your baby explore self-feeding by offering pieces of chicken and veggies they can pick up themselves.

 

How to make a bigger batch for the whole family:

We make this soup once a week in our house. For a bigger batch I take a large pot and fill halfway with water. Once boiling I add about 3 pieces of chicken leg quarters with the drumstick and add carrots, celery, sweet potato and sometimes onion and butternut squash. Season accordingly and serve over some rice or cous cous for the older kids and adults. It is so healthy and nourishing to the body, I can't recommend it enough.  

What you need:

Large Pot   If you enjoyed this recipe, here are a few more dinner ideas for a 6 month old baby, you should check out: Red Lentil Soup Creamy Lentil Chicken Soup Salmon Mashed Potatoes Butternut Squash Soup