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Easy Rotisserie Chicken Shepherd’s Pie (Cozy Family Dinner)
Jenna Parker

Easy Rotisserie Chicken Shepherd’s Pie

Transform classic comfort food into a weeknight staple with this Easy Rotisserie Chicken Shepherd’s Pie. By utilizing pre-cooked chicken, you slash preparation time while maintaining a deep, savory flavor profile. This dish features a rich, creamy gravy base packed with carrots, celery, and peas, topped with velvety potatoes. It is a high-protein, nourishing, and family-friendly meal that is perfect for cozy dinners or meal-prepping for the week ahead.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the onion, celery, and carrots and sauté until softened, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes.
  6. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk until the mixture thickens.
  7. Fold in the shredded chicken, frozen peas, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper.
  8. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  9. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the chicken base.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling.

Notes

Ensure your mashed potatoes are spread to the very edges of the baking dish to seal in the filling. This dish freezes well; allow it to cool completely before covering and storing in the freezer for up to 3 months.