Cheddar Grits with Garlicky Shrimp
Cheddar Grits with Garlicky Shrimp pairs creamy, cheese-laced grits with succulent shrimp sautéed with onion, butter, and a hint of heat. It’s rich, comforting, and boldly garlicky, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend brunch. The contrast of silky grits and juicy shrimp brings classic Southern charm to the table.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a saucepan, bring the chicken broth, milk, and 1 teaspoon garlic to a boil. Stir in the grits, lower the heat to low, and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Take off the heat and mix in the Cheddar cheese thoroughly; season with salt and black pepper. Set the grits aside and keep warm.
- 3
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Cook and stir the onion and 2 teaspoons garlic until softened and starting to brown, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the shrimp to the onion mixture and cook until the shrimp are pink and no longer translucent in the center, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the hot pepper sauce.
- 5
Serve the grits in a large serving bowl and top with the shrimp mixture.
- Calories 341.53 kcal Moderate
- Protein 27.54 g Good Source
- Carbs 24.56 g Moderate
- Total Fat 14.97 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 7.07 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 159.62 mg High
- Sodium 583.14 mg High
- Fiber 0.83 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.27 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.03 g Low Source
- Calcium 302.0 mg Good Source
- Iron 1.66 mg Low Source
- Potassium 359.93 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 34.61 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.52 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.66 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Cheddar Grits with Garlicky Shrimp is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Chicken Broth, Grits, and Hot Sauce. Each serving provides about 341.53 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cheddar Grits with Garlicky Shrimp?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Cheddar Grits with Garlicky Shrimp made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Chicken Broth, Grits, Hot Sauce, Milk. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Cheddar Grits with Garlicky Shrimp?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Cheddar Grits with Garlicky Shrimp?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 341.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cheddar Grits with Garlicky Shrimp easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 5 steps.
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