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Shepherd's Pie?

  • Writer: WHOSE TEA TV
    WHOSE TEA TV
  • Jul 24, 2024
  • 3 min read

Updated: Jan 1

Two golden biscuits atop a savory dish with corn in a dark sauce, set in a glass baking dish on a textured countertop.
Golden-brown biscuits top a rich Southern Comfort Chicken Bake, featuring a savory blend of chicken and vegetables in a hearty sauce.

Not Quite – But It’s Even Better!


Hey there, fellow foodies!


Have you ever had one of those moments in the kitchen where you were absolutely convinced you were making a classic dish, only to realize halfway through that you had taken too many creative steps? Well, let me tell you about the time I thought I was making Shepherd’s Pie. Spoiler alert: I was not! But what came out of that culinary experiment turned out to be a family favorite that I am excited to share with you today!













The Great Shepherd’s Pie Debacle


It all started on a chilly Sunday afternoon. I had a rotisserie chicken from my local Sam’s Club that had to be used before the expiration date, a craving for something comforting, and a vague memory of Shepherd’s Pie. I ran to the kitchen and slapped on an apron. When I finally remembered, Shepherd’s Pie, as you may know, is traditionally made with ground meat, vegetables, and a mashed potato crust. Simple enough, right?

I gathered my ingredients: rotisserie chicken (not ground meat, but hey, protein is protein), fire-roasted corn (a nice vegetable substitute), creamy rosemary mashed potatoes (because who doesn’t love a good mash?), some savory gravy, and – here’s where things took a turn – biscuits. Yes, you read that right! Fluffy, buttery biscuits. Delicious, yum, yum! The recipe is called Southern Comfort Chicken Bake. I have disclosed the recipe below because you must try this dish.


Note: 


Biscuits are made separately and carefully placed on top once the bake is complete.


Recipe: Southern Comfort Chicken Bake (4 Servings)


Close-up of a fork holding a bite of savory pie, with a flaky crust and rich brown filling. Background shows more pie on a white plate.
A close-up view of a hearty Southern Comfort Chicken Bake, featuring a flaky biscuit topping and rich, savory sauce covering tender chicken, captured fresh from the oven.

Here is how this delightful dish came together:


Ingredients:


  • Half a rotisserie chicken, shredded (store-bought) (season to taste)

  • One cup fire-roasted corn (frozen) (optional) – the corn I used needed baking in the oven for 8 minutes at 400°F.

  • Three potatoes, mashed (optional: add 1 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tsp granulated garlic, one sprig rosemary, 1 tsp pepper)

  • Two cups gravy (any gravy you have on hand will do)

  • One can of biscuits (or homemade, if you are feeling fancy) – I used store-bought.










Instructions:


  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.

  2. Layer the shredded rotisserie chicken evenly at the bottom of a glass baking pan.

  3. Add the fire-roasted corn on top of the chicken, spreading it out to cover the entire layer.

  4. Spread the rosemary mashed potatoes over the corn, smoothing them out to create an even layer.

  5. Pour the gravy over the mashed potatoes, making sure to cover the entire surface.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.

  7. Add biscuits on top of the casserole once baked.


The Result

The result? A hearty, comforting dish that my family devoured in minutes. It was not Shepherd’s Pie, but it was a deliciously unique creation that quickly earned a spot in our regular meal rotation. We have affectionately named it the Southern Comfort Chicken Bake. It is a little bit of everything – like a pot pie, a casserole, and a biscuit bake all rolled into one.


yum yum
Southern Comfort Chicken Bake served on a paper plate, featuring layers of tender chicken, corn, a savory gravy, and a flaky biscuit topping.

Why Share the Mishap?


Why am I sharing this culinary mishap with you? Because sometimes the best recipes come from happy accidents. Plus, it is a reminder that cooking does not always have to be perfect. It is about experimenting, having fun, and sometimes, turning “mistakes” into new family favorites.


So, next time you are in the kitchen and things are not going exactly as planned, just roll with it. Who knows? You might just create your own version of a Southern Comfort Chicken Bake!


If you try this recipe (or have your own kitchen mishap turned masterpiece), I would love to hear about it. Drop a comment below or share your story with me on social media. And if you enjoyed this post, do not forget to subscribe for more recipes, stories, and kitchen adventures!


Happy cooking!

 

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