Cheesy Cajun Shrimp & Grits

Ingredients

• 1 cup quick grits (instant polenta)
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1.5 tbsp cajun seasoning
• ½ medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• ¼ cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking into small pieces, until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.

2. 2

   Bring chicken broth and cream to a boil in the same skillet; whisk in grits slowly until smooth and no lumps remain.

3. 3

   Reduce heat to medium-low and stir constantly for 8–10 minutes until grits are tender and creamy, then stir in cheddar until melted. Transfer to a bowl.

4. 4

   Toss shrimp with cajun seasoning. Add onion to the skillet and sauté over medium-high until softened, about 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add shrimp to the skillet and sear without stirring for 2 minutes, then flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until pink throughout.

6. 6

   Serve shrimp and sauce over creamy grits. Top with crispy bacon.

Tools you’ll need

• large skillet (12-inch cast iron or nonstick)
• whisk
• slotted spoon
• bowl

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