Shrimp And Grits Casserole Recipe

Name: Shrimp And Grits Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup uncooked yellow stone-ground grits; 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/2 cup sliced green onions; 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (8-ounce) package presliced mushrooms; 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp, each cut into 3 pieces; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco); 3 large egg whites; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked yellow stone-ground grits
3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (8-ounce) package presliced mushrooms
1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp, each cut into 3 pieces
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)
3 large egg whites
Cooking spray

1
Bring chicken broth and salt to a boil in a large saucepan; add grits, stirring with a whisk. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Add 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, stirring until cheese melts.
2
Preheat oven to 375u00b0.
3
Heat oil and butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell pepper, garlic, and mushrooms to pan; saute 5 minutes. Sprinkle shrimp with black pepper, and add to pan; cook 1 minute. Stir in rind, juice, Worcestershire, and hot pepper sauce; cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Place grits and shrimp mixture in a large bowl; stir gently. Beat egg whites with a mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into shrimp mixture. Spoon mixture into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake at 375u00b0 for 25 minutes or until puffed and lightly browned. Let stand 20 minutes before serving.

900

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

123

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup uncooked yellow stone-ground grits, 3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided, and more.

Yes, Shrimp And Grits Casserole 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.

Shrimp And Grits Casserole

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