Matt's Shrimp and Grits

Indulge in the ultimate Southern comfort with Matt's Shrimp and Grits, a luxurious combination of creamy, cheddar-infused stone-ground grits topped with tender, perfectly seasoned shrimp. This easy-to-follow recipe brings bold flavors to your table with a smoky paprika and cayenne bite, balanced by rich garlic butter and a zesty hint of lemon. Made with chicken broth, heavy cream, and sharp cheddar, the grits are irresistibly velvety, while the succulent shrimp sizzle to perfection in minutes. Garnished with fresh green onions, this quick 45-minute dish is perfect for a crowd-pleasing dinner or impressive brunch centerpiece. Make every bite a memorable celebration of Southern cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 cup Stone-ground grits
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 4 cups of chicken broth in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.

Step 2

Slowly stir in the grits, reduce the heat to low, and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent clumping.

Step 3

Once the grits are tender, stir in the heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and 4 tablespoons of butter. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Cover and keep warm.

Step 4

Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Season the shrimp with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the lemon juice. Cook for an additional minute to coat the shrimp in the sauce.

Step 8

To serve, spoon the warm grits onto a plate or shallow bowl. Top with the cooked shrimp and drizzle any sauce from the skillet over the top.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2033.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2955.0

Total Fat 181.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1311.8mg	0%
Sodium 6227.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 4.0g
Protein 166.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1123.6mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2533.3mg	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: 54.9%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 22.8%