Cajun Shrimp and Grits is perfect for brunch or a date night in. Spicy shrimp on top of cheesy grits with a little bacon thrown in – and it’s all ready in less than 30 minutes!
Can you believe it’s already Mother’s Day weekend?!
My kids are with their dad this weekend and I love them dearly but a weekend alone is exactly what I want for Mother’s Day.
If you’re cooking brunch for your mom this weekend, let me recommend this Cajun Shrimp and Grits!
Shrimp and grits is my favorite meal ever. Like, if it’s on a menu, I’m ordering it. And I always forget how easy it is to make at home. But seriously, less than 30 minutes from start to finish. The spicy shrimp on the creamy, cheesy grits with the crispy bacon is just perfection.
And if you’re new to cooking, shrimp is one of the easiest proteins to cook. About a minute on each side and it’s done. So this is a perfect recipe for, maybe, the inexperienced cook to make for mom for Mother’s Day.
(PS. It would also be great for any other brunch or a date night in!)
Ingredients
- Shrimp – make sure they are peeled and deveined. If you are using frozen shrimp, be sure to let them defrost overnight in the fridge.
- Cajun seasoning – use your favorite brand.
- Bacon
- Onion
- Garlic
- Butter
- Milk – this is for the grits.
- Quick-cooking grits – I like quick-cooking because it makes the dish come together so quickly.
- Cheddar cheese
- Green onions
How To Make Cajun Shrimp and Grits
- Prep shrimp. Pat shrimp dry and place in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle cajun seasoning on top and toss to coat.
- Cook veggies. In a large skillet, cook bacon until almost cooked. Add onion and cook 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant.
- Cook shrimp. Add shrimp and cook for about 1 minutes on each side. Add butter and toss to coat. Remove from heat.
- Make grits. Bring milk, water, and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to a simmer and add grits. Cook until thick, about 5 minutes.
- Add cheese. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
- Serve. Serve the shrimp mixture on top of the grits with green onions on top.
How Long Is It Good For?
Shrimp and grits will be fine in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make sure to store it in an airtight container.
When you are ready to serve the leftovers, you can reheat them in the microwave. If the grits have thickened too much, add a splash of milk before reheating.
More Shrimp Recipes
- Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Slaw
- Blackened Shrimp Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa
- Spicy Orange Shrimp
- Spicy Shrimp Nachos
- Shrimp Scampi
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Cajun Shrimp and Grits
Cajun Shrimp and Grits is perfect for brunch or a date night in. Spicy shrimp on top of cheesy grits with a little bacon thrown in - and it's all ready in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ½ teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the grits:
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup quick-cooking grits
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and place in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle cajun seasoning on top and toss to coat. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until almost cooked. Add onion and cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook for about 1 minutes on each side, until no longer pink and slightly golden. Add butter and toss to coat. Remove from heat, cover, and keep warm while you prepare the grits.
- Bring milk, water, and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to a simmer and add grits. Cook until thick, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted.
- Serve the shrimp mixture on top of the grits with green onions on top.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 403Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 291mgSodium: 2054mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 40g
Vanessa says
Thanks for sharing! Do grits keep long?
Suzanne says
This looks so good! What a fun weeknight dinner or dinner you could serve company!
Debbie Mann says
Perfect recipe. I did add a little more cheese to the grits and a little butter.
Gail says
I made this tonight (my second time making it). My husband and I just love it!! I followed the recipe exactly except I used a little more cheese in the grits. This one is definitely a keeper! Thanks so much for the recipe!
Desiree says
Never had shrimp and grits before. This was fantastic!