Chicken Shepherd's Pie Recipe

A comforting twist on a classic! This Chicken Shepherd's Pie recipe is easily adaptable to your dietary needs. Enjoy tender chicken in a rich gravy, topped with creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Feel free to substitute lamb for the chicken, or create a hearty vegetarian version with beans or TVP (textured vegetable protein). Even using canned, pre-made mushrooms in butter sauce works wonderfully!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 65 mins

Calories 2328.9 kcal

Protein 204g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken Shepherd's Pie

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1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
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1 (10 ounce) can sliced mushrooms in butter sauce
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp dried rosemary
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 lb chicken
Salt and pepper to taste
2 lbs potatoes
Salt to taste
1/4 cup milk
2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth

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How to Make Chicken Shepherd's Pie

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, brown the chicken (1 lb) over medium-high heat. Remove chicken and set aside.
Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Sauté 1 chopped onion (1 medium) and 2 carrots (medium, chopped) until softened (about 5 minutes).
Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Add 1 tbsp all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in 2 cups chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Stir in 1 (10 ounce) can of sliced mushrooms in butter sauce, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, salt and pepper to taste.
Return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
While the sauce simmers, prepare the mashed potatoes: Boil 2 lbs potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with 1/4 cup milk, 2 tbsp butter, and salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the chicken mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading evenly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

84 g

Sugar

79g

Fat

192g

Carbs

59g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Shepherd's Pie?

Chicken Shepherd's Pie takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Shepherd's Pie?

Chicken Shepherd's Pie has approximately 2328.9 calories per serving, with about 204 g protein, 59 g carbohydrates and 208 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Shepherd's Pie?

The key ingredients for Chicken Shepherd's Pie are Shortcrust Pastry Dough, Olive Oil, Onion, Carrot, Celery Rib, Mushrooms. See the full list with measurements above.