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Cajun Butter Shrimp & Grits Skillet

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Cajun Butter Shrimp & Grits Skillet is a bold, creamy Southern dish featuring Cajun-spiced shrimp in a rich butter sauce over cheesy grits. It’s quick, comforting, and packed with smoky, buttery flavor.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped parsley or green onions
  • 1 cup quick-cooking or stone-ground grits
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for grits)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for grits)

Instructions

  1. Bring water/broth and milk to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in grits, reduce heat, and cook according to package instructions until thick and creamy.
  2. Stir in butter, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper into the grits. Keep warm.
  3. Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning and a pinch of salt.
  4. Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and browned.
  6. Add remaining butter and lemon juice. Swirl to combine and form a quick pan sauce.
  7. Spoon grits onto plates or bowls. Top with shrimp and drizzle with pan sauce.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use andouille sausage or bacon for added richness.
  • Add hot sauce or cayenne to grits for extra heat.
  • Try smoked gouda or pepper jack instead of cheddar.
  • Make it low-carb with mashed cauliflower or greens.
  • Reheat grits with milk and shrimp gently in a skillet.

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