Description
This Easy Creamy Shrimp and Grits Casserole with Cheddar Crust is a delightful Southern-inspired dish that combines the flavors of tender shrimp, creamy grits, and a cheesy crust baked to perfection. It’s a comforting and flavorful main course that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, chopped)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook Grits: Boil water in a saucepan, add grits, simmer until thick. Add seasonings, cream, butter, and 1 cup cheese.
- Cook Shrimp: Sauté shrimp in olive oil, then add onion and garlic. Stir in green onions.
- Combine and Bake: Mix shrimp with grits, add eggs, pour into dish, top with remaining cheese. Bake for 30–35 minutes.
- Serve: Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Add crispy bacon or andouille sausage for extra flavor.
- Use quick-cooking grits to cut down on prep time, adjusting the cook time accordingly.
- For a spicier kick, stir in a dash of hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 240 mg
