Description
Discover the ultimate Cheesy Shrimp and Grits Skillet Bomb recipe! Learn how to create this flavorful, creamy southern dish in easy steps. Perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
- 1 cup quick-cooking grits (240 ml)
- 4 cups water (960 ml)
- 1 teaspoon salt (5 g)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (15 g)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (120 g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (450 g)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (2 g)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (2 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (1 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions (50 g)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (75 g)
- 1 cup chicken broth (240 ml)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (60 ml)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil.
- Gradually whisk in 1 cup of quick-cooking grits.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Remove grits from heat and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 pound of shrimp to the skillet.
- Season shrimp with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes, turning once, until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 1/2 cup chopped green onions and 1/2 cup diced bell peppers.
- Sauté vegetables for 3 minutes until softened.
- Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.
- Add cooked grits to the skillet, stirring gently to incorporate.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese or green onions if desired.
Notes
- Stir grits continuously as you gradually add them to boiling waternFully melt cheddar into the grits for a smooth consistencynCook shrimp in a single layer in the skillet for even searing
