Turkey and Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie recipe

Turkey and Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie

by Saramin (@678sarin)
5.0
From 1 rating
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
45min
Total Time
1hr

A comforting and healthy twist on the classic shepherd's pie, featuring ground turkey and a sweet potato topping.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = one portion)

Filling

  • 1tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1cup
    chopped yellow onion
  • 1lb
    ground turkey
  • 1tsp
    dried parsley
  • 1tsp
    dried thyme leaves
  • smoked paprika
  • garlic powder
  • salt
  • ground black pepper
  • 2tbsp
    all-purpose flour
  • 1cup
    chicken broth
  • 1cup
    frozen peas and carrots, thawed

Topping

  • 2piece
    large sweet potatoes
  • 2tbsp
    unsalted butter, melted
  • 4tbsp
    plain Greek yogurt
  • garlic powder
  • salt
  • ground black pepper

How to make Turkey and Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie

Prepare the Filling

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped yellow onion in olive oil until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

    Step 1.1: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped yellow onion in olive oil until softened, about 3-4 minutes
  2. Add the ground turkey, dried parsley, dried thyme leaves, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Cook until the meat is browned.

  3. Add the all-purpose flour, chicken broth, and thawed frozen peas and carrots. Bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes.

    Step 1.1: Add the all-purpose flour, chicken broth, and thawed frozen peas and carrots

Prepare the Topping

  1. Poke holes in the sweet potatoes with a fork and microwave until soft, about 10 minutes, turning halfway.

  2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).

  3. Scoop the flesh of the potatoes into a large bowl and mash with melted unsalted butter, plain Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until fluffy and well combined.

    Step 2.1: Scoop the flesh of the potatoes into a large bowl and mash with melted unsalted butter, plain Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper

Assemble and Bake

  1. Transfer the turkey mixture to an 8x8-inch baking dish.

  2. Layer the mashed sweet potatoes on top.

  3. Bake for 25 minutes, then broil for 2-4 minutes until the top browns at the edges.

    Step 3.1: Bake for 25 minutes, then broil for 2-4 minutes until the top browns at the edges

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a smoother sweet potato topping, use a potato masher or a hand mixer.

  2. Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more smoked paprika or garlic powder if desired.

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Saramin

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My name is Saramin is a culinary enthusiast with a flair for transforming everyday ingredients into delightful, flavour-packed dishes. Passionate about home cooking, Sarin specializes...