Cheesy Bacon Shrimp and Grits
A classic Southern dish that you can make just in minutes. These shrimp are a creamy, comforting bowl of happiness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- salt
- 1 cup corn grits
- 4 tbsp butter divided
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- freshly ground black pepper
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 4 green onions thinly sliced, and more for garnish
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 lemon juice
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth and water to a boil and season generously with salt. Reduce heat so the mixture is at a simmer then whisk in grits. Simmer, stirring often, until grits have absorbed liquid and are very tender, 10 minutes. Stir in butter and cheese, then season with salt and pepper.
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Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, about 8 minutes. Leave about 2 tablespoons bacon fat in skillet and drain bacon on a paper towel-lined plate before chopping into small pieces.
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Season shrimp with oregano and paprika then add shrimp, green onions, and garlic to skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Stir in lemon juice.
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Serve shrimp over grits and top with chopped bacon.