Best 6 Lean Weight Watchers Shepherds Pie Recipes

Craving a hearty and comforting meal that fits into your Weight Watchers journey? Look no further than this lean Weight Watchers Shepherd's pie! As a classic cottage dish, this recipe brings together the succulent flavors of ground turkey, tender vegetables, and a creamy cauliflower "mash" that will make you forget all about the traditional mashed potatoes. Join us as we explore the secrets behind this delicious and nutritious recipe that's perfect for your weight-loss goals.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

WEIGHT WATCHERS SHEPHERD'S PIE

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Seasoned meat and vegetables are nestled under creamy mashed potatoes and then baked to form a sensational, savory pie. 5 POINTS per serving.

Provided by xpnsve

Categories Savory Pies

Time 1h7m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces (es)
1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine
1/8 teaspoon table salt
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup onion (chopped)
2 medium carrots (diced)
2 medium celery ribs, diced
1 lb uncooked ground turkey breast
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups canned chicken broth or 2 cups beef broth

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400ºF.
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and pour in enough water to cover potatoes. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer 10 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain potatoes, transfer to a large bowl and add sour cream and margarine; mash until smooth, season to taste with salt and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots and celery; cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add turkey and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks, about 5 minutes. Add flour, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper; stir to coat. Add broth and bring to a simmer; simmer until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes.
Transfer turkey mixture to a 9-inch, deep-dish pie plate. Spread mashed potatoes over top and using the back of a spoon, make decorative swirls over the top. Bake until potatoes are golden, about 30 minutes. Slice into 6 pieces and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.2, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 50.4, Sodium 856.3, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 26.3

CLASSIC SHEPHERD'S PIE

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Seasoned meat and vegetables are nestled under creamy mashed potatoes and then baked to form a sensational, savory pie.

Categories Dinner

Time 1h7m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 large Uncooked potato(es) peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
0.25 cup(s) Fat free sour cream
1 Tbsp Reduced-calorie margarine
0.125 tsp Table salt or to taste
2 tsp Olive oil
1 cup(s) Uncooked onion(s) chopped
2 medium Uncooked carrot(s) diced
2 rib(s), medium Uncooked celery diced
1 pound(s) Uncooked extra lean ground turkey breast
3 Tbsp All-purpose flour
1 Tbsp Rosemary fresh, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tsp Dried thyme
0.5 tsp Table salt
0.25 tsp Black pepper
2 cup(s) Canned chicken broth or beef broth

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400ºF.
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and pour in enough water to cover potatoes. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer 10 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain potatoes, transfer to a large bowl and add sour cream and margarine; mash until smooth, season to taste with salt and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots and celery; cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add turkey and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks, about 5 minutes. Add flour, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper; stir to coat. Add broth and bring to a simmer; simmer until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes.
Transfer turkey mixture to a 9-inch, deep-dish pie plate. Spread mashed potatoes over top and using the back of a spoon, make decorative swirls over the top. Bake until potatoes are golden, about 30 minutes. Slice into 6 pieces and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 kcal

LEAN WEIGHT WATCHERS SHEPHERDS PIE

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Make and share this Lean Weight Watchers Shepherds Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by diamonds4heather

Categories Savory Pies

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 large potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup nonfat milk
1 1/4 cups fat free chicken broth
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 medium onion
3/4-1 lb ground turkey
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas and carrots

Steps:

Boil potatoes until tender enough to mash. Add milk and 1/2 cup of the chicken broth, mustard, and mash together. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Preheat over to 350.
Spray nonstick skillet with cooking spray (or small amount of oil). Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned.
Sprinkle flour over the turkey mixture. Stir well and cook until flour is absorbed (about 30 seconds). Stir in worcestershire sauce, sage, salt and pepper.
Stir in 3/4 cup chicken broth. Turn down heat to simmer and cook until the sauce bubbles and thickens.
Stir in peas and carrots. Pour the mixture into 9-inch square baking dish. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the turkey mixture.
Place on a rimmed baking sheet and place in oven for about 40 minutes.
Let stand about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.8, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 45, Sodium 293.5, Carbohydrate 42.7, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 16.2

CLASSIC SHEPHERD'S PIE

Classic Shepherd's Pie image

Seasoned meat and vegetables are nestled under creamy mashed potatoes and then baked to form a sensational, savory pie.

Categories Dinner,Lunch

Time 1h7m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 large Uncooked potato(es) peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
0.25 pinch Black pepper
0.25 cup(s) Fat free sour cream
1 tbsp(s) Reduced-calorie margarine
1 tsp(s) Table salt or to taste
2 tsp(s) Olive oil
1 cup(s) Uncooked onion(s) chopped
2 medium Uncooked carrot(s) diced
2 stalk(s), medium Uncooked celery diced
1 pound(s) Uncooked 99% fat-free ground turkey breast
3 tbsp(s) All-purpose flour
1 tbsp(s) Rosemary fresh, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tsp(s) Dried thyme
0.5 tsp(s) Table salt
2 cup(s) Canned chicken broth or beef broth

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400ºF.
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and pour in enough water to cover potatoes. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer 10 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain potatoes, transfer to a large bowl and add sour cream and margarine; mash until smooth, season to taste with salt and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots and celery; cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add turkey and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks, about 5 minutes. Add flour, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper; stir to coat. Add broth and bring to a simmer; simmer until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes.
Transfer turkey mixture to a 9-inch, deep-dish pie plate. Spread mashed potatoes over top and using the back of a spoon, make decorative swirls over the top. Bake until potatoes are golden, about 30 minutes.
Slice into 6 pieces and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 kcal

WW CLASSIC SHEPHERD'S PIE

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This is a great recipe for a cold day. I got this off of weight watchers website. I am not a big fan of rosemary, but it makes this recipe extra delicious. I personally did not make my own mashed potatoes, instead I used instant. Enjoy!

Provided by COC in East Troy

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces
1/4 cup fat free sour cream
1 tablespoon reduced-calorie margarine
1/8 teaspoon table salt (to taste)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 medium celery ribs, chopped
1 lb ground round or 1 lb turkey
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon rosemary, fresh
1 teaspoon dried thyme
salt & pepper
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400.
Place potatoes in large saucepan and pour in enough water to cover potatoes. Set pan over high heat and bring to a boil; reduce heat and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium & simmer 10 minutes, until fork tender. Drain potatoes, transfer to large bowl & add sour cream and margarine; mash until smooth, season with salt for taste.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion,carrot, & celery; cook until soft. Add meat and cook until browned. Add flour, rosemary, thyme, salt & pepper. Stir to coat. Add broth and bring to a simmer, simmer until mixture thickens.
Transfer turkey mixture to a 9 inch, deep dish pie plate. Spread mashed potatoes over top and using a back of a spoon, make decorative swirls over the top. Bake until potatoes are golden about 30 minute Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.2, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 54.6, Sodium 421.1, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 4.8, Protein 19.8

LEAN SHEPHERD'S PIE

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I've tried several Shepherd Pie recipes but I keep coming back to this one. This is one of the few that calls for cream corn & worcestershire to add a different twist to the recipe. Adapted from 'Cooking for the Rushed' cookbook. The original recipe uses instant mashed potatoes but I prefer to use regular ones.

Provided by Mustang Sally 54269

Categories Savory Pies

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
2/3 cup ketchup
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons Mrs. Dash seasoning mix
1 cup frozen corn
1 (14 ounce) can creamed corn
3 cups prepared mashed potatoes (or instant)
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a large fry pan, brown meat until it is no longer pink.
Add ketchup, worcestershire sauce & seasoning to cooking meat. Stir well.
Pour meat mixture into a large rectangular pan.
Rinse frozen corn & spread it evenly over the meat mixture.
Spread the creamed corn next.
Top casserole with mashed potatoes and sprinkle with paprika.
Bake uncovered for 40 minutes. If you like the top abit crunchy, broil a few minutes before removing from the oven.

Tips:

Use lean ground beef: For a healthier version of shepherd's pie, use lean ground beef. You can also use ground turkey or chicken as a healthier alternative.
Add plenty of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to shepherd's pie. Some good options include carrots, celery, onion, peas, and corn. You can also add chopped spinach or kale for an extra boost of nutrition.
Use low-fat or non-fat milk: To reduce the fat content of the shepherd's pie, use low-fat or non-fat milk. You can also use unsweetened almond or soy milk as a dairy-free alternative.
Use whole wheat bread crumbs: Whole wheat bread crumbs add a whole grain element to the shepherd's pie and help to thicken the sauce. You can also use panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers as a substitute.
Don't overcook the meat: Overcooked meat can be tough and dry. Cook the ground beef until it is just browned through. This will help to keep it moist and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple swaps, you can make a healthier version of this dish that is still just as delicious and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give this lean Weight Watchers shepherd's pie a try. You won't be disappointed!