POTATO-TOPPED CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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I found this in my June 2009 issue of TOH's Simple and Delicious. I am posting until I try it - recipe says it is a great freezer meal - can be frozen up to 3 months (and is $1.75 a serving according to them). :) I'll give it a whirl! **serving size is 2 casseroles, 6 servings each approx.

Provided by Mommy Diva

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 2 casseroles, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 lbs medium size red potatoes, quartered
3 lbs ground chicken
4 medium carrots, finely chopped
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
7 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a dutch oven and cover with water bringing to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 - 20 minutes (or until tender).
  • Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the chicken, carrots and onions over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.
  • Stir in the flour, tomato paste, salt, pepper and thyme - adding the chicken broth and bringing to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 6-8 minutes or until thickened.
  • Divide mixture between two greased 13 x 9 inch baking dishes.
  • Drain potatoes placing in a large bowl then add milk and butter; mash until smooth.
  • Stir in cheese and spread over chicken mixture.
  • Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months (heating instructions for frozen casserole to follow).
  • Bake the remaining casserole, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 15 - 20 minutes or until bubbly; ENJOY!
  • TO USE FROZEN CASSEROLE:.
  • Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking; Bake uncovered for 50 - 55 minutes at 400 degrees or until bubbly.

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