Hachis Parmentier a.k.a. Grown Up Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900 g) Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 lb (450 g) lean ground chicken
• 1 pkg Coq Au Vin Seasoning or Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• ³⁄₄ cup water
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• ¹⁄₂ cup milk, your choice
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 egg
• 1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese, optional

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 425° F.
2. Dice potatoes and place in Round Steamer. Cover and microwave on high 10–12 min, or until tender.
3. Meanwhile, heat oil in Sauté Pan over medium-high heat; add chicken. Cook, breaking up meat, until browned, about 3–4 min.
4. Stir seasoning, veggies, water, and tomato paste into pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 2 min, stirring constantly.
5. Using Ground Meat Separator, mash potatoes with milk and butter. Add egg and cheese, if using; stir well to combine.
6. Remove pan from heat and scoop mashed potatoes on top, covering completely.
7. Bake, uncovered, 4–6 min, or until top and edges are golden brown.