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Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!
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Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie
Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Mashed Potatoes:

  • 1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup lower sodium chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Meat Filling:

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 2 carrots peeled and diced small
  • 2 ribs celery diced small
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp flour I used GF flour
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 2 tsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

To make the mashed potatoes:

  • Place the potatoes only (hold off on the cauliflower for now) to a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and let the potatoes simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Add in the cauliflower florets and continue to simmer for an additional 8-9 minutes, until cauliflower and potatoes are soft and fork tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and cauliflower then add them back into the pot they were cooked in. Add the milk, Greek yogurt, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or blend everything using an electric mixer until you get a nice creamy texture.

To make the meat filling:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and brown the ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5 minutes. Transfer the cooked turkey to a plate and set aside.
  • Drizzle another tablespoon of olive oil in the hot skillet and add the onion, carrots, celery and garlic. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until veggies are tender, then add the meat back into the pan along with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the meat mixture with flour and toss to coat, continuing cooking 1 more minute. Add the tomato paste, chicken broth, worcestershire sauce, and chopped herbs. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Mix in the frozen veggies with the turkey mixture and spread evenly into a casserole dish. Carefully spoon the mashed potatoes over the turkey mixture and smooth into an even layer using a spatula or back of the spoon.
  • Bake shepherd’s pie in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. Garnish with fresh thyme or fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6th of recipe | Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.9g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4.7g | Cholesterol: 62.3mg | Sodium: 569.2mg | Fiber: 7.1g | Sugar: 6g