Southern · Comfort Food
Shrimp and Grits Bowls
Creamy cheddar grits topped with Cajun-style shrimp, peppers, and scallions.
20 minutes prep · 25 minutes cooking · 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1.25 lb Raw shrimp
- 1.5 cup Quick grits
- 4 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar
- 1 item Bell pepper
- 4 item Green onions
- 1.25 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.75 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp Kosher salt
Directions
- Cook grits in broth until creamy, then stir in cheddar.
- Season shrimp and sear quickly in a hot skillet; cook shrimp until opaque and firm, or 145°F at the center; remove promptly to prevent toughness.
- Add diced pepper to the skillet and cook until tender-crisp.
- Return shrimp briefly to combine with the peppers and pan juices.
- Spoon shrimp over grits and finish with green onions.
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