Herb Brined Shrimp With Polenta Recipe

Name: Herb Brined Shrimp With Polenta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces garlic & herb chicken brine pouch; 1 1/4 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined, with tails left intact; 1 pint grape tomatoes; 3 tablespoons olive oil divided; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn; 2 cups low sodium chicken stock; 2 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 2 ounces fresh goat cheese; 1 tablespoon butter optional

Servings: persons

16 ounces garlic & herb chicken brine pouch
1 1/4 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined, with tails left intact
1 pint grape tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil divided
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
2 cups low sodium chicken stock
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 ounces fresh goat cheese
1 tablespoon butter optional

1
Brine shrimp for 15 minutes according to package directions. Remove from brine and pat dry. While shrimp are brining prepare polenta. Bring water and stock to a boil over medium-high heat. Add salt and whisk in cornmeal pouring in a steady stream. Reduce heat to low and continue whisking until slightly thick, about 3 minutes. Cover and cook for 25 minutes, whisking every 10 minutes. Stir in goat cheese and butter, if desired.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. Place tomatoes on a greased baking sheet, toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt. Roast in oven for 5 minutes; arrange shrimp on same baking sheet in an even layer. Return to oven and continue roasting until shrimp are pink, about 6 minutes. Drizzle shrimp and tomato mixture with vinegar, remaining oil, and basil; season with freshly ground black pepper.
3
To serve, divide polenta among 4 plates, top with shrimp mixture, and garnish with additional basil, if desired.

767

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

112

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces garlic & herb chicken brine pouch, 1 1/4 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined, with tails left intact, 1 pint grape tomatoes, 3 tablespoons olive oil divided, and more.

Yes, Herb Brined Shrimp With Polenta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Herb Brined Shrimp With Polenta

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