So Easy Chili Shepherd’s Pie

I made this Chili Shepherd’s Pie at one of our family events and it was a really big hit! This Shepherd’s Pie Recipe is so easy to make with simple ingredients and can be done in a few minutes. An all in one dish for simple dinner or any special occasions.

Armin is absolutely crazy about this Chili Sheperd’s Pie. He would eat it every day if it is up to him. But I would not complain either because it takes really so less time and effort to assemble it. That is why I always stock on chili beans and instant mashed potato. This dish has saved me several times when I am having one of those ‘I-don’t-know-what-to-cook’ kind of days and would give Armin the chance to decide and sure enough, it would be…Shepherd’s Pie!

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So Easy Chili Shepherd's Pie

Try this easy chili Shepherd's Pie recipe. A favorite complete all-in-one meal that is done in a jiffy! For simple dinner or any special occasions!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American,European

Keyword: shepherd's pie

Servings: 3

Calories: 715kcal

Author: Bebs

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

INGREDIENTS

US Customary - Metric

• 1 medium onion - - diced
• 2 cloves garlic - - minced
• 1/4 pound ground beef
• 1/4 pound ground pork
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 15 ounces (1 can) chili beans
• 8.5 ounces (1 can) green peas - (optional)
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper - (optional)
• 4 medium potatoes - (see Tips below)
• 1/2 cup milk - or more
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

• Boil potatoes, mash and season to taste with milk and butter and salt.
• In a pan or skillet, saute garlic and onion in oil. Add the ground meat and stir until all of the meat is cooked, add soy sauce and pepper and let cook until brown. Add chili beans, peas and bell pepper and let it cook for 2-3 minutes more.
• In a deep baking dish, spread cooked meat and vegetable evenly. Then spread the mashed potatoes over the meat and sprinkle cheese on top.
• Place in oven under 400°F/200°C until cheese is bubbly or light brown.

RECIPE NOTES

To save time, you can also use instant mashed potato and prepare it as per direction in the box. But I usually use milk instead of just hot water by warming milk in a bowl in the microwave, then adding the powdered mashed potato, butter and some salt to taste.
You may also use other beans like white beans or chickpeas instead of chili beans.

Nutrition Facts

So Easy Chili Shepherd's Pie

Amount Per Serving

Calories 715 Calories from Fat 396

% Daily Value*

Fat 44g68%

Saturated Fat 24g120%

Cholesterol 107mg36%

Sodium 2069mg86%

Potassium 1257mg36%

Carbohydrates 44g15%

Fiber 11g44%

Sugar 17g19%

Protein 36g72%

Vitamin A 1960IU39%

Vitamin C 69.5mg84%

Calcium 323mg32%

Iron 5.5mg31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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