Description
Turkey Shepherd’s Pie is a wholesome and comforting dish that combines lean ground turkey with sautéed onions, carrots, and peas, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked to golden perfection. This healthy take on a classic comfort food is ideal for family dinners or meal prep, offering a nutritious and satisfying meal that’s packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 tablespoon light butter
- 2 cups onion, chopped
- 2 cups shredded carrots
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lbs ground turkey breast (99% fat free)
- 1/2 tsp onion salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic salt
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup frozen peas
Mashed Potatoes
- 30 oz russet potatoes, peeled (approximately 3 medium potatoes)
- 1 cup fat free half and half
- 1/4 tsp garlic salt
- 1/4 tsp onion salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the shepherd’s pie.
- Sauté vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the light butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and shredded carrots, cooking until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Cook turkey: Add the ground turkey breast to the skillet. Season with onion salt, garlic salt, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Cook, stirring frequently, until the turkey is browned and cooked through.
- Prepare filling base: Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce to coat the meat and vegetables. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well to combine, allowing it to cook for a minute to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add broth and peas: Gradually pour in the low sodium chicken broth, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Fold in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Boil potatoes: Meanwhile, place peeled russet potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender.
- Mash potatoes: Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add fat-free half and half, garlic salt, and onion salt. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the pie: Spread the meat and vegetable filling evenly in a baking dish. Carefully top with the creamy mashed potatoes, smoothing the surface evenly.
- Bake: Place the assembled shepherd’s pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, until the potato topping is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your comforting and nutritious turkey shepherd’s pie!
Notes
- Turkey Shepherd’s Pie is a perfect, kid-friendly meal that’s both delicious and wholesome.
- This dish can be easily prepared in advance and reheated for quick lunches or dinners throughout the week.
- Using lean ground turkey makes this a healthier alternative to traditional shepherd’s pie made with lamb or beef.
- For a richer mashed potato topping, you can substitute fat free half and half with milk or regular cream if preferred.
- Add a sprinkle of shredded cheese on top before baking for an extra indulgent twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 316 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 797 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 87 mg
