Spicy Shrimp and Grits

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Quick and easy! This one will be loved by the whole family; it is a constant favorite in my house!

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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup quick-cooking grits

  • 2 tablespoons margarine

  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 pound peeled and deveined small shrimp

  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • ¾ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x12 inch baking dish.

  2. Bring chicken broth and salt to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Stir in the grits, return to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.

  3. Meanwhile, melt the margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the green onions, green pepper, and garlic; cook until the peppers have softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the shrimp, and cook until they begin to firm.

  4. Stir the Monterey Jack cheese, 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese, shrimp and vegetable mixture, canned tomatoes, and black pepper into the grits; pour into prepared baking dish and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese.

  5. Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly and beginning to brown, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

281 Calories
14g Fat
20g Carbs
20g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 281
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 17%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 117mg 39%
Sodium 750mg 33%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 20g 39%
Vitamin C 21mg 23%
Calcium 279mg 21%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 283mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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