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It's definitely good to mix independent play time in. As long as you're in a safe space with a variety of toys and books, she can probably entertain herself for a while. They don't know the difference between play and chores at this point so she can tag along and "help" with whatever else you want to do. Otherwise, I'd mix it up with short bursts of activities. Story time, climbing / tunnel time, shape sorting, dance parties, simple arts and crafts, sensory activities, building blocks, visits to a playground, exploring household items, etc. There are some Instagram accounts that give easy activity ideas. Chaos with Cara is a good one. There's also a sensory table group on FB.
Right now my daughter loves to independently play with her baby dolls, legos, blocks, lace and beads, and her Mickey Mouse figures and farm animals. All her toys are at her reach and she just gets whatever she wants to play with. More recently she has become better at independent play.
I don’t entertain (unless we’re in a line or doctor’s et cerera). It’s not my job to entertain, nor is it helpful for children to be entertained all day. Boredom is healthy, as well as being able to play and entertain themselves.