Best 10 Chili N Cheese Grits Recipes

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Indulge in the Southern comfort food classic: chili n’ cheese grits. This delectable dish combines the hearty flavors of chili and the creamy texture of grits, topped with a generous layer of melted cheese. Our collection of recipes offers a range of variations to cater to diverse preferences, from classic to vegetarian and even a slow-cooker option for effortless preparation. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring a perfect chili n’ cheese grits experience every time. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings for this iconic Southern dish.

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CHILE CHEESE GRITS



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Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups whole milk
4 cups water
4 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups stone-ground grits
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chiles

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine milk, 4 cups water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add grits, stirring to combine. Cook according to package directions. Add 3 cups cheese and chiles to cooked grits, stirring until combined and cheese is melted. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese on top. Serve immediately.

EASY GREEN CHILE CHEESE GRITS



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Provided by Kath Younger

Categories     Brunch

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup Quaker Old Fashioned Grits
1 32- ounce box of chicken or vegetable stock (~4 cups)
2 cans chopped green chiles
1 heaping cup of shredded cheddar cheese
Optional: 2-3 tbsp butter and smoked paprika for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring stock to a boil.
  • Once just boiling, add grits and stir. Reduce heat to medium low and cover.
  • Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5-8 minutes, until grits are thick.
  • Stir in green chiles and cheese, allowing cheese to melt.
  • Add optional 2-3 tbsp butter.
  • Portion into bowls and sprinkle with smoked paprika.

CHILI CHEESE GRITS



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This zesty dish is a real crowd-pleaser. It's great as a side dish and can also be served as a cold appetizer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
3 tablespoons canned chopped green chilies
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring water, salt and garlic to a boil; slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Add butter, 1 cup cheese and chilies; stir until butter melts. Beat eggs and milk; add to the grits and mix well. Pour into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 26g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 766mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

BONNELL'S ROASTED GREEN CHILI CHEESE GRITS



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Bonnell's is a fantastic restaurant in Fort Worth, TX. They generously share their recipes, and here is one of their signature Tex-Mex dishes. Recipe provided courtesy of Chef Jon Bonnell. At the restaurant, this very popular side dish is served in a fried tortilla 'bowl'. Bonnell's Fine Texas Cuisine 4259 Bryant Irvin Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76109 www.bonnellsrestaurant.com 5-8-09 edited to add: If you have a stove-top smoker, be sure and smoke your poblano pepper, it will give another smoky layer to this already delicious dish.

Provided by TxGriffLover

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 roasted poblano chile (chopped)
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup quick-cooking grits
2 ounces grated cheddar cheese
2 ounces grated monterey jack cheese
salt and pepper
creole seasoning

Steps:

  • Sauté the chilies, onions, and garlic in butter until soft.
  • Add cream and chicken stock and bring to simmer (the stage just before a rolling boil). Be careful not to let the liquids boil over.
  • Quickly whisk in seasonings and grits. Stir constantly until grits begin to thicken.
  • Gently fold in cheeses and let sit for at least 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 869.1, Fat 66.5, SaturatedFat 40.8, Cholesterol 228.3, Sodium 575.1, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 5.4, Protein 24.3

CREAMY CHEDDAR GRITS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup fine quick-cooking grits (not instant)
1 1/4 cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups grated aged sharp Cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (4 scallions)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Grated Cheddar and chopped scallions, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a heavy 4-quart saucepan. Add the salt, then slowly add the grits in a thin, steady stream, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the grits thicken, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the half-and-half and butter to the grits and stir. The mixture will seem thin but it will thicken as it cooks. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally for 45 minutes, until very smooth and creamy. Off the heat, stir in the Cheddar, scallions, and pepper. Season to taste and serve hot with a sprinkle of grated cheese and scallions.

CHEESY GRITS



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As a comfy side dish, cheese grits have fantastic potential but sometimes need a flavor boost. For add-ins, try red pepper flakes, fresh rosemary or crushed garlic. -Paula Hughes, Birmingham, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups 2% milk
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits
2 to 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Pepper and additional salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine milk, broth and water in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add salt. Whisk in grits; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring frequently, until creamy, 15-20 minutes., Stir in cheese until melted. Season with pepper and additional salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 629mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHILE-CHEESE GRITS



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A great side dish. Serve instead of potatoes at your next barbecue. This recipe is from Seasoned with Sun Cookbook published by the Junior League of El Paso, TX.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Grains

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups water
1 1/2 cups grits, uncooked
2 teaspoons salt
3 eggs, beaten (can use egg substitute)
1 lb longhorn cheese, shredded
3 teaspoons savory salt
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F.
  • In large saucepan, bring the water to a boil add grits and cook according to package directions.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, mixing well.
  • Pour into a 9x12 inch dish that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and bake for 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
  • The dish can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until ready to bake.

CHILI-CHEESE GRITS



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Make and share this Chili-Cheese Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mtodryk

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/4 cups water
3/4 cup grits
6 ounces Velveeta Mexican cheese, diced
2 tablespoons butter
2 eggs, slightly beaten
3 jalapeno peppers, veined and seeded, chopped
1 red bell pepper, veined and seeded, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350. Grease a 9x9 ovenproof dish.
  • Boil the water and add the grits. Stir and lower the heat to simmer and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and add the cheese and butter into the grits and stir. Let the cheese and butter melt then stir in the eggs.
  • Stir in the peppers and the salt. Transfer in the the 9x9 dish.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.2, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 70.9, Sodium 506.1, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 6.3

CHILI CHEESE GRITS SQUARES



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Found this in a Southern Living of indeterminate age. I NEVER liked grits until I fixed this with roast beef and gravy. NOW -- I pay much more attention to grits recipes, expecially when there is an unexpected, added twist. These go well with ANY beef and/or vegetables, and are just a little different. Times do not include chill time.

Provided by NurseJaney

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 9x13 baking dish, 13-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup grits
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, chopped
1 garlic clove, pressed
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Cook grits according to package directions.
  • Stir in cheese and remaining ingredients.
  • Spoon mixture into greased 9X13 baking dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour, or until set.
  • Chill cooled baking dish of cooked grits.
  • Cut into squares.
  • Broil 5 inches from heat, for 1 minute on each side or until golden.
  • Serve with any beef or vegetables.
  • May be made 1 day before, and chilled overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.5, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 69.6, Sodium 171.9, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.7, Protein 6.6

CHILI CHEESE GRITS



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Grits are hulled, dried, and cracked corn kernels. To add variety to your grain repertoire, try them! I do urge you to try using stone-ground grits, which are much more flavorful than those sold in supermarkets. However, the latter can't be beat for convenience, especially the quick-cooking kind.

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup grits (preferably stone-ground)
2 tablespoons nonhydrogenated margarine
One 4-ounce can chopped mild green chilies
1 or 2 scallions, thinly sliced, optional
1 cup firmly packed grated sharp cheddar cheese or cheddar-style soy cheese
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring 4 3/4 cups water to a simmer in a large saucepan. Slowly sprinkle in the grits, stirring constantly to avoid lumping. Cook over very low heat until smooth and thick, about 25 minutes for stone-ground and 5 minutes for quick grits.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients. Heat until the cheese is smoothly melted into the grits and serve.
  • Chili Cheese Grits (this page)
  • Black-Eyed Peas with Greens (page 123)
  • Cherry tomatoes and baby carrots
  • Calories: 183
  • Total Fat: 9g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Carbohydrate: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 17mg
  • Sodium: 139mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of cheese and toppings.
  • If you like a spicier chili, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • If you want a creamier grits, use more milk or cream.
  • Serve the chili n' cheese grits immediately, while they're hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Chili n' cheese grits is a delicious and easy-to-make comfort food that's perfect for a weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a hearty and flavorful dish that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chili n' cheese grits a try. You won't be disappointed!

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