Pear and Chicken Puree
Pear and Chicken Puree is a smooth, savory-sweet dish made by blending cooked chicken with ripe pears, often seasoned with herbs like sage or thyme. It is commonly associated with baby food or light, easily digestible meals in Western cuisine. The dish combines lean protein with the natural sweetness of fruit for a balanced, comforting flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the chicken and provides natural sugars and fiber from the pears. A typical serving offers around 150-200 calories, with key nutrients including potassium, vitamin C, and B vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 175 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 7 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Copper | 0.15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this puree is a classic example of introducing solid foods to infants in many European and North American traditions, blending protein and fruit for balanced nutrition. Nutritionally, the pairing of chicken and pear creates a complete amino acid profile while the fruit's enzymes may aid digestion.
