Gobble Up Turkey Cottage Pie

Perfect for a hearty family dinner, Gobble Up Turkey Cottage Pie is a lighter take on the classic comfort food, swapping traditional ground beef for lean, flavorful ground turkey. Packed with wholesome veggies like carrots, celery, and peas, and seasoned with fragrant thyme and rosemary, this dish offers a satisfying balance of flavor and nutrition. Topped with fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes—plus an optional sprinkle of cheddar cheese for a golden crust—this cozy casserole bakes to bubbling perfection in just 25 minutes. Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight meal or a satisfying dish to feed a crowd, this turkey cottage pie is sure to become a go-to favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup milk (or cream)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and ground turkey to the skillet. Cook until the turkey is browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Cook for another minute.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and add the Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen peas and simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Meanwhile, prepare the mashed potatoes: Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 8

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter and milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with additional salt to taste.

Step 9

Spread the turkey mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading them out evenly to cover the filling entirely.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the mashed potatoes for a golden, cheesy crust.

Step 11

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

Step 12

Allow the pie to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Gobble-Up Turkey Cottage Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2691.1 grams (2691.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2559

Total Fat 105.70g	136%
Saturated Fat 47.20g	236%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 485mg	162%
Sodium 3736mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 280.10g	102%
Dietary Fiber 33.80g	121%
Total Sugars 42.60g
Protein 143.20g	286%

Vitamin D 74IU	370%
Calcium 912mg	70%
Iron 19mg	108%
Potassium 6938mg	148%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.0%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 42.4%