Name: Cajun shrimp and creamy grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1/3 cup yellow corn grits; 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup water; 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil; 1.5 oz green bell pepper, diced; 1/4 medium yellow onion, diced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 1/2 tbsp shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp lemon juice; 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Nutrition

Per serving

473 calories

Protein: 46g; 39% of calories
Carbs: 47g; 40% of calories
Fat: 11g; 20% of calories

Instructions

Prep 15 min · Cook 10 min

In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth and water to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits. Reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, whisking every few minutes to prevent sticking, until thick and smooth.
While the grits simmer, toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper and onion, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Push the vegetables to the edge of the pan. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes. Flip the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes more. Done when opaque and firm, 145°F.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, tossing the shrimp and vegetables together. Off the heat, stir the cheddar and black pepper into the grits. Spoon the grits into a bowl, top with the shrimp mixture, and garnish with green onions.

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