Halal Chicken Shepherd's Pie

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 2 Carrots, diced
• 1 cup Frozen peas, thawed
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Mashed potatoes, prepared

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and diced carrots, and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
3. 3.Add the minced garlic and diced chicken thighs to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
4. 4.Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and vegetables, and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. 5.Pour in the chicken broth, and stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
6. 6.Stir in the thawed peas, and remove the skillet from the heat.
7. 7.Transfer the chicken mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, and spread it out evenly.
8. 8.Spread the prepared mashed potatoes over the top of the chicken mixture, smoothing it out with a spatula.
9. 9.Bake the shepherd's pie in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mashed potatoes are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
10. 10.Remove the shepherd's pie from the oven, and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
11. 11.Serve the Halal Chicken Shepherd's Pie hot, and enjoy!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFeel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs and spices to the chicken mixture.
• chevron_rightIf you're short on time, you can use store-bought mashed potatoes instead of making them from scratch.
• chevron_rightLeftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.