For the filling:
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 tbsp butter
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
½ cup milk
Salt & pepper to taste
½ tsp dried thyme
For the mashed potatoes:
3 cups mashed potatoes (from about 4 medium potatoes)
2 tbsp butter
¼ cup milk
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Salt to taste
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
Stir in vegetables, chicken, soup, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
Spread filling in a greased 9×9 dish or oven-safe skillet.
In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with butter, milk, and cheese (if using).
Spoon or pipe mashed potatoes over the chicken filling. Use a fork to make ridges.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until top is golden and filling is bubbling.
Let cool slightly before serving.
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