Quick and easy, Cheesy Shrimp and Grits comes together in 30 minutes. A stick to your ribs dinner that's family friendly.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Southern
Keyword: shrimp and grits
Servings: 6
Calories: 507kcal
Author: Kellie
Cost: $15
Equipment
1 skillet
1 saucepan
Ingredients
GRITS:
2cupslow fat milk
2cupswater
1teaspoonKosher salt
1cupyellow cornmeal grits
2tablespoonssalted butter
1cupshredded white cheddar cheese
SHRIMP & SAUCE:
4slicesbaconchopped
1 1/2poundsshrimppeeled & de-veined
1 1/2cupschopped onion
3clovesgarlicminced
3tablespoonscornstarch
1 1/2cupslow sodium chicken broth
1cupheavy cream
1tablespoonbutter
1teaspooncayenne pepper
1teaspoonhot sauce
1/2teaspoonKosher salt
1/2teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
1/2cupchopped green onions
1/4cupchopped fresh parsley
Instructions
For the Grits:
In a large pot over medium heat, add the milk, water and salt. Bring to a simmer. Whisk in the grits and continue whisking until they begin to thicken. (This will help eliminate lumps.)
Continue to cook the grits for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Stir in the butter and cheese. Cover and set aside.
For the Shrimp:
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel lined platter using a slotted spoon to drain.
Return the skillet to the heat and add the shrimp to the pan. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Transfer the shrimp to a platter and keep warm.
Add the onions to the skillet and cook until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the onions/garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Whisk in the chicken stock and cook until the sauce begins to thicken. Whisk in the cream, butter, cayenne pepper, hot sauce, salt and pepper. Continue cooking until the sauce starts to thicken more.
Return the shrimp to the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes- making sure not to overcook the shrimp. Stir in the bacon, green onions and parsley.
To Serve:
Spoon about 1 cup grits onto a plate and top with 4 to 5 shrimp. Pour about 1 cup gravy over the shrimp. Repeat with remaining grits and shrimp. Serve immediately.
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Notes
Shrimp and Grits is best served soon after cooking.