Turkey Shepherd's Pie With Two Potato Topping Or Chicken Recipe

Transform your Thanksgiving or Christmas leftovers into a sensational family feast! This ultimate comfort food recipe utilizes leftover turkey or chicken, mashed potatoes, and sweet potatoes, creating a dish that's anything but a reheated meal. Even picky eaters will adore this creamy, flavorful pie, featuring a dual potato topping for extra richness and texture. Adapted from Chef Jimmy Bradley of The Red Cat in NYC, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Pair with a bighearted Chardonnay for the ultimate culinary experience. Easily customizable, this recipe is also great with freshly cooked ingredients!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 299.2 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.8 (15 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Turkey Shepherd's Pie With Two Potato Topping Or Chicken

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How to Make Turkey Shepherd's Pie With Two Potato Topping Or Chicken

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/2 cup chopped carrots, and 2 cloves minced garlic.
  2. Cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken (shredded or diced). Cook until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Pour in 1 ½ cups turkey or chicken gravy and ¼ cup orange juice. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and 1 teaspoon fresh sage. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Transfer the filling to a 9x13 inch baking dish or individual 1 ½-cup ramekins. Let cool slightly.
  7. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  8. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups mashed potatoes and 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped chives.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Beat in 1 large egg until well combined.
  10. Spread the potato mixture evenly over the filling. Dot the top with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If using ramekins, check for doneness after 20 minutes.
  12. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

33g

Carbs

13g