
Not recommended at 6–18 months (salt). Can be served from 18 months, within limits: see each age for how much. Moderate choking risk (3/5). Low allergen risk.
Last reviewed: October 2026
Not recommended
Babies should not eat salty foods such as bacon, ham, and processed meats as their kidneys cannot cope with salt (NHS). Small amounts can be introduced from 12 months.
Not recommended
Babies should not eat salty foods such as bacon, ham, and processed meats (NHS). Small amounts can be introduced from 12 months.
Limit
Small amounts now and then; children 1 to 3 should have no more than 2 g of salt a day (NHS).
Processed meats should be limited due to salt; children aged 1 to 3 should have no more than 2 g of salt a day (NHS).
Cut chicken deli slices into thin strips or small bite-sized squares, making sure any outer casing or firm rim is removed. Avoid serving in thick stacks, rolls, or large chunks that could be slippery and hard to chew.
After 18 months, chicken deli slices can be offered in small amounts now and then as part of a varied diet. Children aged 1 to 3 years should have no more than 2 g of salt a day from all foods combined (NHS), so always check labels for sodium and prefer lower-salt options.
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Age and preparation guidance informed by the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the World Health Organization's complementary feeding guidelines, ESPGHAN's (European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition) position paper on complementary feeding, and EFSA's (European Food Safety Authority) scientific opinion on the introduction of complementary feeding. This content is independently created by Dalo Baby for informational purposes only and does not imply endorsement by or affiliation with any of these organizations.
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