Minced Chicken Tikka Shepherd’s Pie

Eleanor Craig

This dish merges the comforting classic Shepherd's Pie with the bold and exciting flavors of Chicken Tikka. The creamy mashed potato topping perfectly complements the spiced minced chicken filling bursting with aromatic flavors. A sure crowd-pleaser at any dinner table.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1 15

Course Main Course

Cuisine Fusion / Other

Servings portions

Calories 378 kcal

Ingredients

Chicken Filling

1 tbsp vegetable oil - use a neutral-flavored oil
1 medium onion - finely chopped
2 cloves garlic - minced
500 g ground chicken (minced chicken) - preferably free-range
3 tbsp tikka masala paste - store-bought or homemade
1 cup chicken stock - preferably low-sodium
1 cup peas - frozen

Mashed Potato Topping

1 kg potatoes - peeled and quartered
50 g butter - unsalted
100 ml milk - whole milk for creaminess
1 tsp salt - plus more to taste
0.5 tsp ground black pepper - freshly ground

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
In a large sauté pan over medium heat, warm the vegetable oil. Add the chopped onions and garlic, sautéing until golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced chicken to the pan, cooking until browned, stirring to break up any lumps.
Stir in the tikka masala paste, ensuring the chicken is well coated. Cook for another 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Pour in the chicken stock, reducing the heat to a simmer. Allow the mixture to thicken slightly, about 10 minutes. Stir in the frozen peas and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, approximately 15 minutes. Drain well.
Mash the potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer the chicken mixture to a baking dish, spreading the mashed potato topping over the filling in an even layer. Use a fork to create decorative peaks.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly crispy.

Notes

For an extra flavor kick, sprinkle some chopped fresh coriander over the baked pie before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 21gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 657mgPotassium: 1264mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 426IUVitamin C: 44mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 2mg

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