Shrimp and Grits Recipe – this easy shrimp and grits is ready in minutes and is perfect for busy weeknights. Cheesy grits take it over the top, the whole family is going to love it!
This post is sponsored by Princess Cruises. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.
My family loves shrimp. They pretty much love all seafood. It can be as easy as Hot Crab Dip for a party and they will go crazy. Some of our favorite dinners involved shrimp though. Crispy Baked Shrimp is a go to because it is so easy to make, and disappears every time.
Recently when I was on the Princess Cruises Alaska cruise I was reminded how much I like grits. In particular cheddar grits. Please tell me I am not alone. On the Princess ships there are quite a few dining option. The specialty dining is over the top amazing, and at the Bayou Steakhouse they make the best grits.
I remember from the last cruise I was one, you know the one where I stocked the cafe for Nutella donuts every day, that I needed to be on the lookout for the cheddar grits. The Bayou Steakhouse has an appetizer that is a serving of cheese grits with spicy sausage served over the top. It is amazing and I ordered it as soon as I saw it on the menu.
As soon as I got home I knew I had to recreate those grits as a meal. And what goes better with grits that shrimp. Who hasn’t heard of shrimp and grits before, right? I have made it a few times before, but it is always something I forget about. But not anymore! Adding sausage to the mix and making extra cheesy grits turned this into a staple at our house.
What are grits
Grits are really nothing more than corn. It is ground corn kernels that is similar in texture to corn meal or polenta. It is a little finer than polenta, but very similar. Then they are boiled with either water or milk until thick and creamy. I like to use a mixture of water and milk so they get extra creamy and delicious. To make these cheese grits I just added in a little butter and cheese at the end. Super easy and so good.
So now that you know what are grits, let’s get to this easy shrimp and grits recipe. I buy the quick cooking grits that come in a canister similar to oatmeal. It is usually in the cereal isle. I follow the directions on the back and just use half milk and half water for the liquid. Once it is hot, I stir in a little butter and cheese to serve. Couldn’t be easier.
As for the shrimp and sausage they pretty much just saute in a pan. Shrimp and grits are pretty basic, you just let the ingredients shine through. I used andouille sausage for the heat and spice. I like to cut into little coin slices and brown them. Then add the shrimp and garlic and you are pretty much done. It all creates a little sauce that you serve over the grits.
I love getting home from a vacation and getting to create some of the food that we had there. It gets to bring you back and enjoy the trip again over and over. I have to say this shrimp and grits will always remind me of our Alaskan vacation. Food definitely has a way of doing that and bringing you back to a location or time in your memory.
And I love that I can make this shrimp and grits recipe for my family in minutes and they love it as much as I do. It will be on the menu regularly at our house. I always like to stock up when shrimp is on sale, so I can make things like this any night of the week.
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Shrimp and Grits Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 oz andouille sausage , sliced
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 Tbls butter
- 1 Tbls olive oil
- 2 tsp cajun seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp lemon juice
Cheese Grits
- 1 cup quick cooking grits
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 Tbls butter
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the sliced sausage to the pan, spreading out into a single layer. Brown for 3-4 minutes per side, until hot and turning golden.
- Meanwhile season shrimp with cajun seasoning.
- Remove sausage from the pan. Add olive oil and butter. Once butter is melted add garlic and shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp is full cooked. Add sausage back into the pan. Mix and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Serve immediately over the grits.
To Make Grits
- In a saucepan bring water and milk to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat, over and cook for 5-7 minutes or until thickened; stirring occasionally.
- Once the grits are thick stir in butter and cheese and mix until well combined. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
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Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per ServingCalories 520 Total Fat 36g Saturated Fat 16g Trans Fat 1g Unsaturated Fat 16g Cholesterol 244mg Sodium 2209mg Carbohydrates 13g Fiber 0g Sugar 1g Protein 34g
** This post is sponsored by Princess Cruises. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.
Erin S
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Jennifer Blake says
I tried grits years ago and just couldn’t get on board with the texture. Looks like it’s time to try them again. Cheesy grits with sausage and shrimp sounds like a winner to me!
Joanne says
Love how this is so simple and flavorful at the same time!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
Those grits look SO creamy! Totally on the menu this week!
Delaney | Melanie Makes says
This shrimp looks absolutely amazing!
Allyson Zea says
I just had shrimp and grits for dinner last night, can’t wait to try your recipe!
Jennifer Farley says
So quick and doable for any night of the week!
gerry speirs says
mY KINDA FOOD!!
Abeer says
This is my husband’s favorite dish! I need to try your recipe!
Amy says
I love easy and I love comfort food! I have to try this recipe out!
Kellie @ the suburban soapbox says
can’t wait to make this for my family!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
What a lovely, classic dish, and one of my favorites for sure! Glad you were inspired by your trip to try this at home! Yum!
Lindsay Cotter says
This is ultimate comfort food! Looks amazing!
Amanda Formaro says
This looks delicious!
Jackie says
Oh yum! I tried grits for the first time earlier this year when I was in Nashville. I LOVED them! I’m going to have to try your recipe, Erin! Thanks!
Sandra | A Dash of Sanity says
It looks SO good! Definitely giving this a try!
April says
One of my favorite ways to eat grits! Love it!
Jennifer Fishkind says
This recipe was SO easy! My family went crazy over it! Thanks so much!
Cathy says
you know what will put this recipe over the top….cook a slice of country ham…cut it up in little pieces and make a pan of red eye gravy…add the country ham to the sausage and shrimp and top each bowl with a little red eye gravy….just to die for good!