Cheesy Cajun Shrimp and Grits
Creamy, cheesy grits topped with spicy sautéed shrimp and crispy croutons. A 20-minute Southern dinner that tastes like a low-country restaurant in your skillet.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- ¾ cup stone-ground grits (quick or instant)
- ¾ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¾ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 oz andouille sausage, sliced thin
- 1.5 tsp cajun seasoning
- ¾ cup croutons (for serving)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 3 cups salted water to a boil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Whisk grits into the boiling water slowly, then reduce heat to medium and stir often for 5 minutes until thick.
- 3
Stir in cheddar and 2 tbsp butter until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper, then slide onto a plate.
- 4
Wipe the skillet clean. Add 1 tbsp oil over medium-high; brown sausage pieces for 2 minutes, breaking them up.
- 5
Add shrimp and cajun seasoning. Sear 90 seconds per side until opaque and edges curl. Don't stir.
- 6
Spoon shrimp and sausage over grits. Top with croutons and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch cast iron or stainless preferred)
- whisk
- wooden spoon
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