Chicken Cottage Pie Recipe
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Calories per Serving: 448.5
Description:
This Chicken Cottage Pie is the epitome of comfort food, combining tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes topped with a cheesy crust. It’s not just delicious but also a clever way to sneak in those essential veggies for picky eaters!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cup | Butter |
| 1/4 cup | Margarine |
| 1 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 2 cups | Cooked chicken, shredded |
| 1 cup | Swiss cheese, shredded |
| 1 1/4 cups | Cheddar cheese, shredded |
| 5 cups | Mashed potatoes |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Sauce:
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter and margarine over medium heat.
- Stir in the all-purpose flour, cooking and stirring constantly for about 5 minutes until the mixture turns golden.
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Make Sauce:
- Mix the soup mix with 2 cups of water until well combined.
- Add the soup mixture to the saucepan, stirring continuously.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Stir in the cooked shredded chicken, vegetables, and 1 cup of Swiss cheese into the thickened sauce mixture. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
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Assemble Casserole:
- Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Transfer the chicken and vegetable mixture into the casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Add Potato Topping:
- Spoon the hot mashed potatoes over the chicken and vegetable mixture, spreading them evenly to cover the surface.
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Add Cheese Topping:
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded Swiss cheese and the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mashed potatoes.
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Bake:
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is heated through.
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Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy this comforting Chicken Cottage Pie with your family and friends!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 448.5
- Total Fat: 18.7g
- Saturated Fat: 10.2g
- Cholesterol: 79.9mg
- Sodium: 1209.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 46.8g
- Dietary Fiber: 5.3g
- Sugars: 4.2g
- Protein: 23.9g
This hearty and flavorful Chicken Cottage Pie is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a comforting meal any time of the year. It’s easy to make and sure to become a favorite!
