Best 14 Garlic Cheese Grits With Shrimp Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a dish that enchants taste buds and leaves one craving for more. Garlic cheese grits with shrimp is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your senses and transport your palate to a realm of pure bliss. With its creamy, cheesy grits, perfectly cooked shrimp, and the aromatic essence of garlic, this dish is a symphony of flavors that will leave you utterly satisfied.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Make and share this Garlic Shrimp and Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LMillerRN

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb medium shrimp, unpeeled and cooked
3 cups water
1 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits, uncooked
1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
chopped fresh chives, peeled and
cooked shrimp
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired.
  • Bring 3 cups water, cream, butter, and salt to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium, and whisk in grits. Cook, whisking constantly, 7 to 8 minutes or until mixture is smooth.
  • Stir in 1 pound shrimp, cheese, and garlic, and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 127.8, Sodium 425.2, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 14.5

GARLIC SHRIMP AND CHEESY GRITS



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Shrimp cooked with garlic and onion are served over garlic cheese grits. This is a dish for garlic lovers. Serve with garlic bread, or your preference of bread.

Provided by AURORAGLXY7

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup quick-cooking grits
6 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 dash hot pepper sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth, milk, and 1 teaspoon garlic to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in grits, reduce heat to low, and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and thoroughly mix in Cheddar cheese; season with salt and black pepper. Set grits aside and keep warm.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and 2 teaspoons garlic until softened and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir shrimp into onion mixture and cook until shrimp are pink and no longer translucent in the center, about 5 more minutes. Stir in hot pepper sauce.
  • Serve grits in a large serving bowl topped with shrimp mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 154.8 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 664.7 mg, Sugar 4 g

GARLIC CHEESE GRITS WITH SHRIMP



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This is my version of a South Carolina coastal specialty. It will make a grits lover out of anyone!

Provided by AWEAVER

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup uncooked grits
6 ounces garlic flavored processed cheese, cubed
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tomato, diced
2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ lemon, juiced
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Cook grits according to package directions. Stir in cubed cheese and cayenne pepper. Keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute garlic and tomato until tomato begins to soften. Stir in shrimp and lemon juice. Saute until shrimp are pink. Season with salt to taste.
  • Spread warm grits on a serving platter and pour shrimp mixture on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 341.4 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 50.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 1054.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

SHRIMP AND CHEDDAR GRITS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 bay leaf
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup old-fashioned grits (not instant or quick-cooking)
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup grated sharp white cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 links fully cooked andouille sausage (about 6 ounces total), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 scallions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
2 stalks celery, chopped, plus 1/4 cup leaves
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Kosher salt
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus more if needed
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Make the grits: Combine 4 cups water, the bay leaf, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then gradually add the grits, whisking constantly. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until tender, about 20 minutes. Discard the bay leaf. Stir in the heavy cream, butter and cheese. Remove from the heat; cover to keep warm. If the grits seem too thick, thin with water, 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time.
  • Meanwhile, make the shrimp: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the scallion whites, chopped celery and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until just starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and season with salt. Cook, stirring, until the shrimp are almost cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  • Push the shrimp and vegetables to the edge of the skillet. Add the garlic, thyme and tomato paste to the center and cook, undisturbed, until sizzling, 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup water, the lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce and stir everything together. Bring to a simmer and cook until the shrimp are just cooked through and the sauce is slightly reduced, 3 minutes. Add the butter and swirl the pan until melted. Add the parsley, scallion greens and celery leaves and toss. Season with salt. Add more lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, if needed.
  • Divide the grits among 4 shallow bowls. Top with the shrimp mixture.

GARLIC CHEESE GRITS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups cold water
1 teaspoon salt
6 ounces grits
5 ounces milk
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons butter
8 ounces American cheese, diced into cubes
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons diced yellow onion

Steps:

  • Bring water and salt to boil in a large saucepan. Add grits, reduce heat to maintain a simmer, and cook for 20 minutes. Add milk, eggs, butter, cheese, garlic, and onion, and cook until grits are creamy and cooked to your liking.

LEMON-GARLIC SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup instant grits
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact
2 large cloves garlic, minced
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Juice of 1/2 lemon, plus wedges for serving
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat, covered. Uncover and slowly whisk in the grits, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan and 1 tablespoon butter. Remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper. Cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, garlic and cayenne, if using, and cook, tossing, until the shrimp are pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and add 2 tablespoons water, the lemon juice and parsley; stir to coat the shrimp with the sauce and season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the grits among shallow bowls and top with the shrimp and sauce. Serve with lemon wedges.

CHEESY GRITS AND SHRIMP



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I know it sounds like a very bad recipe. That's what I thought too. Crazy thing is *it's really good!. I got it from my mom (who got it from a friend) and after months of bugging me to try it, I did. I was shocked that I liked it. My husband has given it to a few guys at work and all love it.

Provided by L.A. Pet Groomer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup grits (not instant)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese (with or without peppers)
2 tablespoons butter
6 green onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 minced garlic clove
1 1/2 lbs shrimp (peeled and cooked)
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes (drained)
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Prepare grits in broth and salt according to package.
  • Reserve a 1/4 cup of both cheeses for topping and combine the rest.
  • In large fry pan saute onion, garlic, and bell pepper in the butter.
  • Add to grits (after grits are prepared).
  • Combine Rotel, shrimp, 1/4 salt with grits.
  • Pour into a 2-quart casserole; sprinkle with reserved cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30-45 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes and then serve.
  • NOTE: This is rather spicy and I don't handle "hot" to well, so I also tried it with diced tomatoes and not Rotel. It was okay, but to me better with the Rotel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 16, Cholesterol 401.4, Sodium 2254.6, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.5, Protein 59

SHRIMP AND GOAT CHEESE GRITS



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This recipe was demonstrated at the 2008 Pensacola Seafood Festival by Chef Jim Shirley of the Fish House Restaurant. If you don't like goat cheese, feel free to substitute any cheese that you like. I've never had anything that Jim Shirley prepared that wasn't delicious!

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups chicken stock
1 cup grits, freshly ground if possible
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 lb butter
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons basil, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 ounces belle chevre goat cheese
black pepper, 7 turns of the pepper mill
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1 dozen shrimp

Steps:

  • Add stock to a medium saucepan or large skillet and bring to a boil. Stir in the grits and continue to stir for approximately 4 minutes, then reduce heat to a simmer. Add cream as needed to keep the grits moist.
  • Place shrimp in a large ziplock bag with the garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and lemon zest. Make sure the spices are mixed well and coating the shrimp, then place the bag in the refrigerator to marinate for 20 minutes.
  • After the 20 minutes are up, add butter, goat cheese, parsley and basil to the grits. Stir and add salt and pepper.
  • Heat a saute pan to medium high heat. In a little butter, add shrimp (including the marinating mixture) and saute for 5 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque and form a "C". Do not overcook the shrimp!
  • To serve, spoon grits onto a serving plate, and add 4 shrimp and some liquid from the saute pan on top of the grits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 772, Fat 58.8, SaturatedFat 36.4, Cholesterol 202.4, Sodium 1077.5, Carbohydrate 42.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 20

CHEESY SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Shrimp and grits with cheese.

Provided by Mr. du

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup stone-ground grits
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons butter
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 large clove garlic, minced
4 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a pot. Add salt and pepper. Stir in grits; reduce heat and let simmer until water is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Cheddar cheese and butter.
  • Rinse shrimp and pat dry.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Heat remaining bacon grease in the skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Add bacon, scallions, parsley, garlic, and lemon juice. Saute for 3 minutes.
  • Spoon grits into a serving bowl. Add shrimp mixture and mix well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 188.7 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 704.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

KENTUCKY GARLIC CHEESE GRITS



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A wonderful dish that is a favorite for Derby Day (or any day) brunch.

Provided by Mark Ky

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup milk
1 egg
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 dash hot pepper sauce
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
¼ cup butter
12 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Beat milk, egg, garlic powder, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl.
  • Bring water and salt to a boil in a saucepan; cook and stir grits in boiling water until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat; add butter and about 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese. Stir egg mixture into grits and pour grits into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese over grits.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and grits are set, about 1 hour. Allow grits to cool 20 to 30 minutes before serving. Grits should be cornbread-like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 496.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SHRIMP AND CHEESE GRITS



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This recipe come from The Crook's Corner Restaurant in Chapel Hill, NC and The Southern Living Magazine, February 2008 edition.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 slices bacon
1 lb unpeeled medium raw shrimp
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup chopped green onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1 (14 ounce) can fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup nonfat milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked quick-cooking grits
3/4 cup shredded 2% reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • For Shrimp:.
  • Over medium heat cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet for 10 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon, crumble, and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tsp drippings in skillet.
  • Peel shrimp and devein, if desired.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper; then dredge in flour.
  • Sauté mushrooms in hot bacon drippings with oil in skillet 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Add green onions, and sauté 2 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and garlic, and sauté 2 minutes or until shrimp are lightly browned.
  • Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce, and cook 2 more minutes, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of skillet.
  • Spoon shrimp mixture over hot Cheese Grits; sprinkle with crumbled bacon.
  • For Cheese Grits:.
  • Bring first 3 ingredients and 1 1/3 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; gradually whisk in grits. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Cheddar cheese and next 3 ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.3, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 104.6, Sodium 909.9, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 22.6

GARLIC CHEESE GRITS



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My dad prepared this family favorite every Christmas morning. Grits are a true Southern specialty. The garlic and cheese add a tasty touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 cup shredded Velveeta
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 large egg
1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk
Additional cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook grits according to package directions. Add cheese, butter and garlic salt; stir until cheese and butter are melted. In a measuring cup, beat egg; add milk to measure 1/2 cup. Stir into grits. , Pour into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly around the edges. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 806mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

GARLIC SHRIMP WITH BLUE CHEESE GRITS



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Make and share this Garlic Shrimp With Blue Cheese Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup grits
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 ounces blue cheese (to taste)
3 large garlic cloves
3 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook grits and water according to package directions with 1 teaspoon salt. When grits are tender and thick, remove from heat and stir in black and cayenne pepper and blue cheese.
  • Mince garlic. Melt butter in a wide skillet on medium heat. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Add shrimp, increase heat to high and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until shrimp are opaque. Season with salt and pepper. Serve beside or over grits.

CHEESY CAJUN SHRIMP AND GRITS



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I was born and raised in the South. A few years ago I moved to Pennsylvania, where good Southern comfort food was hard to find. So I created these creamy, smoky Cajun shrimp and grits to remind me of home. -Kailey Thompson, Palm Bay, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups water
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups quick-cooking grits
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup butter, cubed
8 bacon strips, chopped
2 pounds uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, until thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese and butter until melted; keep warm., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir shrimp in bacon drippings until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in Cajun seasoning and parsley., Divide grits among 8 serving bowls; top with shrimp mixture and the bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560 calories, Fat 34g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 215mg cholesterol, Sodium 968mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Tips:

  • For the creamiest grits, use whole milk or heavy cream instead of water.
  • Add a tablespoon of butter to the grits while they are cooking for extra flavor.
  • Season the grits with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are pink and opaque.
  • Add the shrimp to the grits along with the cheese and stir until combined.
  • Serve the grits immediately topped with green onions and hot sauce.

Conclusion:

Garlic cheese grits with shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. The creamy grits are flavored with garlic, cheese, and shrimp, and the dish is topped with green onions and hot sauce. This recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

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