Browse Recipes
Meal TypeVegan RecipesVegetarian RecipesNon-Vegetarian FavoritesBreakfast & BrunchAppetizers & Party FoodSoups, Stews & ChiliSaladsSandwiches, Burgers & WrapsPizza & FlatbreadsPasta & NoodlesRice, Grains & BowlsBeefChickenPorkTurkeySeafoodVegetarian & Plant-BasedVegetablesSide DishesCasserolesBread & BakingCakes & CupcakesCookies & BarsPies & TartsDessertsDrinks & BeveragesCooking MethodTime & ConvenienceDietary CategoriesU.S. Regional CuisineInternational CuisinesHolidays & Special OccasionsEvents & EntertainingSeasonal RecipesComfort FoodKids & FamilyBudget CategoriesIngredient-Based CategoriesSpecial U.S. Food Categories
Healthy Recipe

Cajun Shrimp and Grits

Creamy cheddar grits topped with Cajun-spiced shrimp and scallions.

Cajun Shrimp and Grits
Prep 15 minCook 30 minServes 4Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled
  • 1 cup stone-ground grits
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 scallions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Cook grits in broth until creamy.
  2. Stir in cheddar and keep warm.
  3. Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
  4. Sauté shrimp in olive oil until pink and opaque.
  5. Spoon shrimp over grits and garnish with scallions.

Nutrition snapshot

520calories39gprotein3gfiber48gcarbs20gfat

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary by ingredients, brands and portions.