Description
Easy and nutritious meals for kids that are simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of cooked pasta
- 1/2 cup of diced vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 1 cup of shredded cooked chicken or tofu
- 1/2 cup of cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup of low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced vegetables and sauté until tender.
- Add shredded chicken or tofu to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken broth and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and cheese until everything is heated through and cheese melts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Substitute any vegetables your kids prefer.
- Use whole grain pasta for added nutrition.
- For a vegetarian option, skip the chicken and add more tofu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: kids meals, easy meals, family recipes