Best 7 Greek Style Shepherds Meat And Potato Cups Recipes

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Are you craving a hearty and flavorful meal that brings the authentic taste of Greece to your kitchen? Look no further than our collection of Greek-style shepherd's meat and potato cups. These individual servings are a delightful fusion of succulent lamb or beef, tender potatoes, and a medley of Mediterranean spices, all baked to perfection in crispy phyllo cups. With their enticing aroma and captivating presentation, these shepherd's meat and potato cups are sure to become a hit at your next dinner party or family gathering. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Greece.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRILLED GREEK CHICKEN BREASTS WITH WHIPPED FETA



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I'm showing you my favorite marinade and grilling technique for boneless, skinless chicken breasts, which can be a challenge, since they're often so dry and bland, but not with this method. Plus, I'm showing you how to make my new favorite thing to eat, which is whipped feta. Serve with grilled red onion and red bell pepper if you like, and garnish with Greek olives.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     BBQ & Grilled Chicken Breasts

Time 2h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup olive oil
1 drizzle olive oil, or as needed
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
8 ounces feta cheese
1 teaspoon finely crushed garlic, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise.
  • Combine red wine vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne, thyme, oregano, rosemary, and garlic powder in a bowl. Add chicken and toss until thoroughly and evenly coated. Pour in ¼ cup olive oil and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 12 hours, but 2 to 3 hours is ideal.
  • Place Greek yogurt in another bowl and crumble in feta cheese. Add garlic, mint, and lemon zest and whip with an electric hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy. Taste and adjust as needed. Refrigerate until needed.
  • Preheat a charcoal grill until coals are white and very hot.
  • Grill chicken over the hot coals for about 4 minutes per side; continue to flip and grill chicken until no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of each piece reads at least 150 degrees F (65 degrees C). Remove from the grill and let rest for about 5 minutes.
  • Spread whipped feta onto a serving platter or plate and place chicken over top. Sprinkle with fresh Italian parsley and mint and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 193.5 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 63.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 1775 mg

EASY GREEK-STYLE SPRING PEAS AND POTATOES



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A traditional Greek dish of peas, potatoes and carrots, braised slowly in a delicious olive oil-tomato sauce.

Provided by Marilena Leavitt

Categories     Vegetarian main course

Time 1h

Yield 4-5

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 med. red onion, diced
2 med. carrots, sliced
2 large Yukon gold potatoes, cut in cubes
1 TBSP. tomato paste
1 cup tomato sauce
2½ cups warm water
14-16oz. sweet young peas (petite pois)
3-4 TBSP. fresh dill, chopped
1 tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Set a medium pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil and the diced onion and sauté for about three minutes, or until the onions are softened but not brown.
  • To the pot, add the carrots and the potatoes and cook briefly, stirring frequently. Then, add the tomato paste and cook for one more minute, scraping the bottom of the pan as the tomato paste starts to caramelize.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce and the warm water, then bring to a boil and cook over medium-low heat, uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft (but not completely cooked) and the sauce is starting to thicken.
  • To the pot, add the peas, salt, and pepper and mix well. Cook over medium-low heat for 15 more minutes. Five minutes before the end of the cooking time, stir in the fresh dill.
  • When most of the water is evaporated and the vegetables are nice and soft but still hold their shape, remove the pot from the heat. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  • Set it aside for a few minutes to allow it to cool slightly. Ladle into deep bowls, drizzle with some extra virgin olive oil, and serve with Greek Feta cheese on the side and lots of good bread to mop up the sauce.

GREEK STYLE POTATOES



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Greek Style Potatoes is a simple recipe, and the closest I can get to the real thing. The best is that it can be adjusted to your taste as you bake it. I sometimes add a little more lemon. The potatoes are moist, and great with green beans and baked chicken with a little salsa and feta on top.

Provided by Cathie

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅓ cup olive oil
1 ½ cups water
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 cubes chicken bouillon
ground black pepper to taste
6 potatoes, peeled and quartered

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl, mix olive oil, water, garlic, lemon juice, thyme, rosemary, bouillon cubes and pepper.
  • Arrange potatoes evenly in the bottom of a medium baking dish. Pour the olive oil mixture over the potatoes. Cover, and bake 1 1/2 to 2 hours in the preheated oven, turning occasionally, until tender but firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.8 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 598.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

GREEK FAMILY STYLE SHEPHERD'S PIE



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A well traveled family friend gave us this recipe and we have always loved making this comfort food. A small fresh salad and fresh fruit in season usually goes with the pie. You could also use ground chicken or turkey instead of beef. If you are unable to find tomato sauce with roasted pepper just use 24 oz tomato sauce and 1/2 cup chopped marinated sweet red pepper.

Provided by wjorma

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 50m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (25 ounce) jar tomato sauce with roasted red pepper
3 teaspoons all purpose Greek seasoning
1/2 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning
2 1/2 cups mashed potatoes
1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef in a large nonstick skillet, stirring until beef is no longer pink; drain & discard grease.
  • Cook zucchini, onion, and garlic in skillet, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  • Add ground beef; stir in pasta sauce and 3 teaspoons Greek seasoning. Cook over low heat until thoroughly heated.
  • Pour beef mixture into a lightly greased 3-quart round baking dish.
  • Stir together mashed potatoes, remaining 1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning, crumbled feta cheese, lemon rind, and lemon juice. Spoon potato mixture evenly over beef mixture.
  • Bake at 375 for 30 minutes.
  • serves 8.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.1, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 408.4, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 15.6

GREEK SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Make and share this Greek Shepherd's Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hard62

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

400 g lean ground beef (or substitute with beef mince if you prefer)
2 medium onions, chopped
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
400 g chopped tomatoes
salt and pepper, to season
cheese sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons oil
1 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1/4 cup edam cheese, grated
500 g potatoes, peeled, cut in 1cm slices
1/4 cup edam cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C.
  • Brown mince in a pan. Add onions and cook gently until soft. Stir in parsley and tomatoes. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • While mince is cooking, make cheese sauce. Heat oil in a small saucepan. Stir in flour. Cook gently for a minute. Gradually add milk while whisking continuously for a lump-free sauce. Stir in grated cheese.
  • Grease a 1 1/2 litre ovenproof dish. Place a layer of sliced potato in the bottom. Spoon a little meat sauce over potato, then top with another layer of potato. Continue layering in this manner until mixture is used. Finish with a layer of potato.
  • Pour cheese sauce over potato dish and gently shake dish so sauce works its way through. Top with extra cheese. Bake for 1 1/2 hours or until potatoes are cooked. Serve with seasonal vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.4, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 73.5, Sodium 111.2, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 5, Sugar 6, Protein 26.3

GREEK SHEPHERD'S PIE



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It's hard to resist a big scoop of this comforting casserole with its fluffy mashed potato topping. Eggplant, lamb and ground turkey complement each other nicely in the stick-to-your-ribs filling. -Sharon Ann McGray, San Francisco, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

5-1/2 cups cubed eggplant (about 1 large)
2 teaspoons salt
4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 pound ground lamb
1/2 pound ground turkey
1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place eggplant in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain. Mash potatoes with sour cream and butter; set aside. , Rinse eggplant and drain well. Sprinkle with flour and toss to coat. In a skillet, cook eggplant in oil over medium heat until browned and oil is absorbed. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish., In the same skillet, cook lamb and turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, onion, parsley and seasonings. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Pour over eggplant; sprinkle with feta cheese. Spread mashed potatoes over the top. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until top begins to brown. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN BACON RANCH SALAD



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I always seem to have leftover cooked chicken. This simple, tasty salad is a great use of your leftover chicken, either white meat, dark meat, or a combination! Romaine lettuce, cooked chicken, avocado, and cherry tomatoes combine with ranch dressing, and everything is topped off with crunchy bacon. Use purchased ranch salad dressing, or stir up one of the buttermilk dressing recipes on the site. Enjoy for a hearty lunch with some crackers, or for dinner, with a crusty bread. This recipe is proportioned for one person, but it's easy to double or triple for your needs.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Chicken Salad

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 leaves romaine lettuce
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
½ cup chopped cooked chicken
½ cup chopped avocado
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons prepared ranch dressing
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Steps:

  • Line a salad plate with small Romaine lettuce leaves.
  • Combine chopped romaine, chicken, avocado, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Add ranch dressing, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine.
  • Serve salad on the prepared plate and top with crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Fat 48.3 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 910.6 mg

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Yukon Gold or russet potatoes are best for this recipe because they hold their shape well and have a fluffy texture.
  • Cut the potatoes evenly: This will ensure that they cook evenly. If the potatoes are not cut evenly, some pieces will be overcooked while others are still undercooked.
  • Season the potatoes well: Don't be afraid to use plenty of salt, pepper, and herbs. This will help to enhance the flavor of the potatoes.
  • Cook the potatoes until they are tender: The potatoes should be cooked until they are easily pierced with a fork. If the potatoes are not cooked through, they will be hard and unpleasant to eat.
  • Brown the ground beef well: This will help to develop the flavor of the beef and prevent it from becoming dry.

Conclusion:

Greek-style shepherds' meat and potato cups are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of flavorful ground beef, tender potatoes, and tangy feta cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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