Summer is here and it is normal to lose appetite for people across age groups. While we often manage to look after our appetite and dietary needs, it's the kids who need extra vigilance. We understand that as parents, packing a lunch-box that both delights and nourishes your child can be tricky. This is more so if you have a busy schedule and have no time to concoct some recipes. If you find yourself in a similar situation, then fret not! We have combined a list of 5 easy chicken-based recipes that will guarantee empty boxes and big smiles in the end!
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Chicken Egg Bhurji Sandwich is easy-to-make and flavourful.
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Here Are 5 Chicken-Based Lunch Box Recipes For Kids
1. Chicken Egg Bhurji Sandwich
Easy and flavourful, the chicken egg bhurji sandwich will instantly become your kids' favourite lunchtime meal. It is made with fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with juicy chicken and spices, tucked between soft slices of bread. Grill it, toast it or pack it as it is, this easy sandwich recipe will make your kids' lunchtime adventurous and fun every time! Find the full recipe here.
2. Chicken Pulao
Give your kids a boost of nutrition by packing them wholesome chicken pulao. This one-pot meal is easy to make and requires basmati rice, chicken pieces, onions, tomatoes, and a variety of spices. In fact, you can increase the nutritional value of the same by adding vegetables of your choice. Pair this tasty pulao with cucumber raita to enhance its overall flavour.
3. Chicken Salad Wrap
Versatile and easy-to-make, chicken salad wrap will instantly become a hit amongst kids (and adults too!) This wrap has a delicious chicken salad stuffed in it with an enormous amount of colourful vegetables and dressings. Packed with protein and fresh ingredients, these wraps are ideal for lunch-box or on-the-go munching. Find an easy recipe for Chicken Salad Wrap here.
Chicken salad wrap is tasty and nutritious.
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4. Chicken Paratha Roll
Have some leftover Chicken curry from last night? Use it to make a delightful paratha roll. Remove the cooked chicken pieces from the gravy and shred them. Now add a little bit of gravy to the shredded chicken along with chopped veggies, salad dressing and lettuce. Add this to a wheat or maida paratha. Roll it up and stabilize it with a toothpick. Serve alongside tomato ketchup! Find an easy recipe here.
5. Chicken Tikka Sandwich
Wholesome and delicious, chicken tikka sandwich isn't just for your kids but also for your office lunch box. All you have to do is marinate the chicken pieces in a mixture of yoghurt, ginger-garlic paste and tikka spices. Grill it and then chop the meat into tiny pieces. Take two slices of bread and layer them with mayonnaise. Fill the sandwich mixture along with thinly sliced onions, cucumbers, and mint chutney. Cut into triangles and serve alongside fruits!
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Can you think of any other chicken-based lunch box recipe for your kids? Let us know in the comments below!