Easy Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Delicious Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Shrimp & Grits is a popular dish that was once a hidden gem made in the South. This dish is so versatile and has had so many variations throughout the years. But nonetheless, this recipe is so rich and bold in flavor. Everyone will fall in love with this super easy recipe.

This recipe is so delicious. The freshly squeezed lemon juice, chicken broth, dash lemon pepper seasoning, and old bay garlic and herb come together to make the amazing sauce. This is one recipe that you will love and store in your archives!

Feel free to add your own personal touch and make adjustments as you see fit. You can experiment with different cheeses to add to your grits. And you can add fresh herbs and spices to the sautéed shrimp. Don’t shy away from being versatile in the kitchen. It’s all about having fun and cooking delicious meals in the comfort of your home.

Delicious Shrimp & Grits Recipe

A shrimp & grits recipe that's rich and bold in flavor. Creamy cheddar grits smothered in a delicious shrimp and bell pepper lemon sauce.

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Course: Breakfast, dinner, lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Southern Cooking

Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients

  

• Cheese Grits:
• 1 cup Grits
• 4 Cups Swanson Chicken Broth
• Black Pepper (For taste)
• Half & Half (Splash)
• ½ to 1 cup Smoked Gouda Cheese
• ½ to 1 cup Cheddar cheese

Tip: You do not need salt for the grits- Chicken broth has salt & you don’t want your grits to be salty.

Tip: *Adjust the amount of cheese based on your preference.

• 1 Ib Shrimp
• 1 tsp Old Bay Garlic & Herb seasoning
• ½ tsp Tony Chachere Creole Seasoning
• 2 tsps Dash Lemon Pepper Seasoning
• 1 Lemon
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• ½ cup green onion
• 1 Red Bell Pepper (sliced)

Method

 

Cheese Grits:

1. On medium high heat add the chicken broth to a pot and allow the chicken broth to come to a boil.
2. Once the broth has come to a boil, whisk in the grits.
3. Consistently stir the grits to prevent the grits from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning.
4. *If the grits start to pop too much, place a lid on the pot and lower the heat.
5. The grits will begin to thicken up as they continue to cook
6. Once the grits have thickened up to your liking- add the butter, a splash of half & half and stir.
7. When the grits are almost done, add the smoked Gouda & cheddar cheese. Allow the cheese to melt & stir consistently.

Shrimp:

1. Clean & devein the shrimp.
2. Season the shrimp with the lemon pepper seasoning, creole seasoning, and the old bay garlic & Herb seasoning.
3. Mix the spices and shrimp together, then set to the side.
4. On medium high heat in a skillet, add some butter and allow it to melt.
5. Add the sliced red bell peppers and sauté for 2 to 4 minutes.
6. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook the shrimp for about 3 to 4 minutes. Be sure to flip the shrimp halfway through cooking time.
7. Once the shrimp is opaque, it should be done.
8. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp
9. Then, add a little chicken broth and green onion to the skillet.
10. Note: You may add a little sprinkle of the Dash Lemon Pepper Seasoning to your sauce.
11. Allow the chicken broth to come to a slight boil, then lower the heat and stir.
12. Be sure to coat the shrimp with the sauce.
13. Add the grits into serving bowls.
14. Add the shrimp & sauce over the grits.
15. Garnish with parsley & serve immediately.

Video

https://youtu.be/T94R25JSyL0