Babyfood, dinner, sweet potatoes and chicken, strained
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This is a smooth, velvety baby food purée made from sweet potatoes and chicken, offering a naturally sweet, earthy flavor with a hint of savory depth. Its texture is perfectly strained for early eaters, ensuring easy swallowing. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense, carbohydrate-rich option that provides quick energy for growing babies.
Calorie split: 14% protein · 60% carbs · 26% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents love it for its simple, recognizable ingredients and the peace of mind that comes with a balanced, savory-sweet meal. Babies often adore the familiar, comforting taste of sweet potato, which can be a gateway to accepting other vegetables.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high carbohydrate content (11g per 100g) can cause rapid blood sugar spikes if not balanced, and some commercial versions may contain added sodium. To counteract this, always check labels for low-sodium options and consider serving it alongside a fat source like avocado or a small amount of olive oil to slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- High in beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor) for eye health.
- Provides complete protein from chicken for muscle development.
- Good source of dietary fiber for digestive health.
- Naturally sweet, often accepted by picky eaters.
- Convenient, single-serve nutrition for on-the-go feeding.
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Sweet potatoes were first domesticated in Central and South America over 5,000 years ago, making this baby food a modern preparation of an ancient staple.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 83.7 g |
| Energy | 74.0 kcal |
| Energy | 310 kj |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 2.2 g |
| Ash | 0.58 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 11.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 30.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.45 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 13.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 25.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 200 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 22.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.37 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.15 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.04 mg |
| Niacin | 1.0 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.33 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.14 mg |
| Folate, total | 6.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 6.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 6.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 11.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.05 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 216 ug |
| Retinol | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 2590 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 4318 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.58 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 4.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.3 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.57 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.44 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.12 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.98 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.10 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.80 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.48 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.49 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 11.0 mg |
| Phytosterols | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Babyfood, grape juice, no sugar, canned — USDA does not publish this profile for Babyfood.
| Threonine | 0.02 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.01 g |
| Leucine | 0.02 g |
| Lysine | 0.02 g |
| Methionine | 0.03 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.02 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.02 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g |
| Histidine | 0.03 g |
| Alanine | 0.04 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.10 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.18 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.03 g |
| Serine | 0.04 g |
FAQ
Is this a complete meal for my baby?
It provides carbs, protein, and some fat, but for a fully balanced meal, you might pair it with a small serving of iron-rich food (like fortified cereal) and a source of healthy fat (like a little mashed avocado).
Can I mix this with other foods?
Absolutely. It blends well with other strained vegetables like peas or carrots, or you can stir in a teaspoon of oatmeal to add texture and iron.
How long does an opened jar last?
Once opened, transfer unused portions to a sealed container and refrigerate. Use within 48 hours. Do not save food that has been in contact with a baby's spoon.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.74 kcal/g · 14% calories from protein · 1.3 g fiber · 2.6 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.11 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.