Smoky Creamed Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Name: Smoky Creamed Shrimp and Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; fresh ground pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup quick-cooking grits; ¾ cup heavy cream; 4 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 6 tablespoons butter; ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika; 5 tablespoons flour; ¼ cup white wine; 1 cup chicken broth; ¾ cup heavy cream; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; ½ cup scallion, chopped; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; ½ teaspoon hot sauce; ½ cup scallion, chopped

Servings: persons

2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
fresh ground pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup quick-cooking grits
¾ cup heavy cream
4 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
6 tablespoons butter
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
5 tablespoons flour
¼ cup white wine
1 cup chicken broth
¾ cup heavy cream
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½ cup scallion, chopped
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon hot sauce
½ cup scallion, chopped

1
In a small bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, paprika, olive oil and pepper.
2
Add shrimp and toss until well-combined; set aside.
3
Bring medium saucepan to boil with 2 cups chicken broth and butter.
4
While whisking, gradually add grits.
5
Cook about 5 minutes, whisking often.
6
Stir in cream and cheese; continue cooking and whisking until creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
7
Set aside.
8
Melt butter in a large skillet.
9
Add garlic and scallions and cook, stirring for one minute.
10
Add shrimp and cook one-and-a-half minutes per side, until shrimp are opaque.
11
Transfer shrimp with slotted spoon to a bowl and set aside, keeping warm.
12
Stir flour and paprika into remaining butter in the skillet the shrimp was cooked inches Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thickened and medium-brown like peanut butter in color, 5 to 10 minutes.
13
Whisk in combined wine, chicken stock and cream; let cook, whisking constantly, for 2 minutes.
14
Whisk in Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce and remove from the heat.
15
Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking.
16
To serve, divide grits evenly among six plates.
17
Stir shrimp into sauce and ladle over grits, sprinkling with scallions.

1333

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined, 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, fresh ground pepper, to taste, and more.

Yes, Smoky Creamed Shrimp and 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.

Smoky Creamed Shrimp and Grits

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