Bobby Flay's Shrimp and Grits

Dive into comfort food bliss with Bobby Flay's Shrimp and Grits, a soulful Southern recipe elevated with bold flavors and gourmet flair. This dish features perfectly seasoned, succulent shrimp and smoky andouille sausage simmered in a creamy garlic-infused sauce made with chicken stock and heavy cream. Paired with rich, velvety stone-ground grits enriched with cheddar cheese, this recipe is a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. Finished with fresh green onions, parsley, a squeeze of lemon, and a touch of paprika, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this irresistible shrimp and grits recipe is ideal for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 4 ounces Smoked andouille sausage (sliced thinly)
• 1 cup Chicken stock
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Grits (stone-ground)
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (sliced thinly)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Season the shrimp with kosher salt, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until just cooked through. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium-low, and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced andouille sausage to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken stock and heavy cream. Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.

Step 6

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring the whole milk and 2 cups of water to a boil. Season with a pinch of salt.

Step 7

Slowly whisk in the grits, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grits are tender and thickened.

Step 8

Remove the grits from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

To serve, spoon a generous portion of the cheesy grits into a bowl or plate. Top with the cooked shrimp and sausage-cream sauce.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions, chopped parsley, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a dusting of paprika if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1933.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2758.8

Total Fat 180.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 1348.7mg	0%
Sodium 3906.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.5g
Protein 188.2g	0%

Vitamin D 238.7IU	0%
Calcium 1681.8mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 2540.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 13.2%