Creamy Chicken Pasta

What would it be like if kids narrated BBC's show 'Planet Earth'? This is just so damn cute. Must watch!

On a completely different note, pasta is the perfect addition to your little one's menu. Issac is a fan of pasta just like his Mum, so I guess it goes without saying this dish disappeared pretty fast. Of all of Issac's favorites, at the moment, this tops the list.

Creamy Chicken Pasta
Adapted from Homemade Baby Food Recipes

2 skinless chicken thighs (refer Notes)
1 cup homemade or no-salt chicken broth/stock
1 slice whole wheat bread
1/4 cup milk
pinch dried thyme (optional)
1 cup mini pasta shapes

In a small saucepan, simmer the chicken breast and thyme (if using) in the broth until cooked throughout.
Remove the chicken (reserving the broth) and allow to cool a little.
Soak the bread in the milk until softened, then add 1/2 cup of the reserved broth.
Place in a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
Shred the chicken, then combine with the sauce.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until tender, but without adding salt. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and serve warm.

Notes

Since the dark meat of a chicken contains twice as much iron and zinc as the breast and tends to be moister, it's a good idea sometimes to use the thighs instead.