Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Name: Shrimp & Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 2 cups quick-cooking grits; 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 6 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 (12- to 16-ounce) package smoked sausage or andouille sausage, sliced; 2 shallots, minced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 pounds raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup white wine; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 3 green onions, chopped

Servings: persons

4 cups chicken broth
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups quick-cooking grits
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 (12- to 16-ounce) package smoked sausage or andouille sausage, sliced
2 shallots, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 pounds raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup white wine
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 green onions, chopped

1
Combine broth and whipping cream in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, and whisk in grits. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 to 7 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cheese, salt, pepper, and 4 tablespoons butter. Set aside, and keep warm.
2
Brown sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat; remove from pan with a slotted spoon, reserving drippings in pan, and set aside.
3
Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in hot drippings in skillet. Add shallots and garlic; cook 2 minutes. Add shrimp, and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in thyme and next 3 ingredients; cook 2 minutes.
4
Stir reserved sausage into shrimp mixture. Spoon reserved grits onto individual plates or bowls; top with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with parsley and green onions. Serve immediately.

1437

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

146

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups chicken broth, 2 cups heavy whipping cream, 2 cups quick-cooking grits, 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Shrimp & Grits 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 & Grits

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