Description
Creamy Shrimp and Grits is a comforting and hearty dish that features creamy, savory grits topped with succulent sautéed shrimp in a rich sauce. It's perfect for busy weeknights and brings family together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
4 cups Vegetable Broth
1 cup Quick-Cooking Grits
1/2 cup Milk
1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
Salt to taste
Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
1.5 pounds Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1/2 cup Chicken Broth
1/4 cup Heavy Cream
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Dried Thyme
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepa
- Slowly whisk in the grits and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally
- Stir in the milk, cheddar cheese, and butter until creamy. Season with salt and pepper
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5-7 minutes
- Add garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, and cayenne; cook for another minute
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-4 minutes. Adjust seasonings as necessary
- Serve the creamy grits topped with the sautéed shrimp and garnish with parsley
Notes
For stone-ground grits, adjust cooking time and liquid accordingly.
Feel free to substitute proteins or add more vegetables to suit your tastes.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 230mg