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Easy Ground Chicken Shepherd’s Pie

Easy Ground Chicken Shepherd’s Pie

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  • Author: Raelynn
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Easy Ground Chicken Shepherd’s Pie is a healthy comfort food casserole made with lean ground chicken, tender vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes baked until golden. This lighter twist on classic shepherd’s pie delivers hearty flavor with balanced nutrition, making it perfect for family dinners, meal prep, and cozy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup warm milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 pound lean ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with salted water, and boil for 15-18 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Drain potatoes and return to pot. Let steam escape for 1 minute.
  3. Add butter, warm milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch casserole dish.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  7. Add ground chicken and cook 5-6 minutes until no longer pink.
  8. Stir in carrots and cook 3-4 minutes.
  9. Mix in tomato paste and flour. Cook 1 minute.
  10. Pour in chicken broth while stirring to form sauce.
  11. Add peas, corn, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  12. Transfer filling to casserole dish and spread evenly.
  13. Top with mashed potatoes and smooth surface. Create fork ridges if desired.
  14. Sprinkle cheese on top if using.
  15. Bake 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbling. Broil 2-3 minutes if desired.
  16. Rest 5-10 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use Yukon Gold potatoes for extra creamy texture.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for part of the butter for a lighter mash.
  • Ensure filling thickens properly before layering to prevent watery casserole.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated up to 4 days.
  • Freeze assembled pie before baking for up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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