5 stars!! The entire family loved this one!
Shepherd’s Pie with ground chicken brings a delightful twist to the traditional recipe, offering a unique and flavorful experience. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process, highlighting essential ingredients and expert tips to ensure your Shepherd’s Pie is a culinary masterpiece.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground Chicken | 2 pounds |
| Olive Oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Onion, diced | 1 large |
| Carrots, diced | 2 |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Fresh Thyme Leaves | 1 teaspoon |
| All-Purpose Flour | 2 tablespoons |
| Chicken Stock | 1 cup |
| Tomato Paste | 2 tablespoons |
| Frozen Peas | 1 cup |
| Frozen Corn Kernels | 1 cup |
| Salt and Pepper | To taste |
| Potatoes, peeled and quartered | 2 ½ pounds |
| Unsalted Butter | 4 tablespoons |
| Milk | ½ cup |
| Egg Yolk | 1 |
| Grated Cheddar Cheese | ¾ cup |
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven: Set the temperature to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the mashed potatoes: Simmer peeled and quartered potatoes in salted water until tender. Mash with butter, milk, egg yolk, and salt. Set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook diced onions, carrots, garlic, and thyme until soft.
- Cook the ground chicken: Increase heat, add ground chicken, and cook until no longer pink. Break apart the chicken as it cooks.
- Add flour and blend: Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to eliminate raw flour taste. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Create the filling: Stir in chicken stock and tomato paste. Simmer until slightly thickened, then fold in peas and corn. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Assemble and bake: Transfer the filling to a baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes over it, creating a seal. Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese. Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool: Allow the Shepherd’s Pie to sit for at least 15 minutes before serving—it’s hot!
