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Golden baked Turkey Shepherd’s Pie topped with mashed potatoes and herbs on a rustic dinner plate.

Turkey Shepherd’s Pie – Cozy One Pan Dinner Recipe


  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Turkey Shepherd’s Pie reimagines classic shepherd’s pie with ground turkey for a lighter, wholesome one-pan dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers comforting flavor with minimal clean-up.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 3 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • optional shredded cheese

  • Instructions

    1. Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes, then drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth.

    2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook diced onion and garlic until translucent.

    3. Add ground turkey and cook until no pink remains and it begins to brown.

    4. Stir in flour and cook for one minute, then gradually whisk in chicken broth until the mixture forms a smooth gravy.

    5. Add tomato paste, thyme, salt, pepper, and mixed vegetables, then simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.

    6. Spoon the turkey mixture into the skillet or a baking dish and spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top, sealing the edges.

    7. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese over the potatoes.

    8. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and bubbling; broil for 1–2 minutes for a crispier crust.

    9. Let the pie rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 40 minutes
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: bake
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving

    Keywords: turkey shepherds pie, ground turkey dinner, one pan dinner, easy turkey recipe, healthy comfort food, weeknight meal, family dinner