Best 7 Chipotle Shrimp With Cheddar Grits Recipes

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**Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Chipotle Shrimp with Cheddar Grits, a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends zesty Mexican spices with the richness of Southern comfort food. Immerse yourself in the vibrant union of succulent shrimp sautéed in a smoky chipotle sauce, complemented by creamy cheddar grits infused with roasted corn and bell peppers. This exceptional dish is a symphony of textures and tastes that will captivate your palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our easy-to-follow recipes that guide you through every step, ensuring you recreate this delectable meal in the comfort of your own kitchen.**

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP AND CHEDDAR GRITS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 bay leaf
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup old-fashioned grits (not instant or quick-cooking)
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup grated sharp white cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 links fully cooked andouille sausage (about 6 ounces total), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 scallions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
2 stalks celery, chopped, plus 1/4 cup leaves
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Kosher salt
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus more if needed
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Make the grits: Combine 4 cups water, the bay leaf, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then gradually add the grits, whisking constantly. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until tender, about 20 minutes. Discard the bay leaf. Stir in the heavy cream, butter and cheese. Remove from the heat; cover to keep warm. If the grits seem too thick, thin with water, 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time.
  • Meanwhile, make the shrimp: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the scallion whites, chopped celery and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until just starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and season with salt. Cook, stirring, until the shrimp are almost cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  • Push the shrimp and vegetables to the edge of the skillet. Add the garlic, thyme and tomato paste to the center and cook, undisturbed, until sizzling, 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup water, the lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce and stir everything together. Bring to a simmer and cook until the shrimp are just cooked through and the sauce is slightly reduced, 3 minutes. Add the butter and swirl the pan until melted. Add the parsley, scallion greens and celery leaves and toss. Season with salt. Add more lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, if needed.
  • Divide the grits among 4 shallow bowls. Top with the shrimp mixture.

CHIPOTLE CHEDDAR SHRIMP & GRITS RECIPE



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Provided by Julie Deily

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large egg (beaten)
3/4 pound uncooked medium or large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 pkg.
1 cup uncooked grits
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
fresh Italian parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Place beaten egg in a shallow dish. Reserve the above breadcrumbs and cheddar cheese and mix together the remaining breadcrumbs & cheese in another shallow dish. Dip shrimp in egg and then FRESH TAKE mixture. Throw away any unused cheese mixture. Bake for 15 minutes or until shrimp is cooked -- tender and golden brown.
  • Bring 1 3/4 cups of water and salt to a boil in a saucepan. Add grits to the pot along with the reserved breadcrumbs and cheese. Stir constantly, for five minutes. Halfway through, add milk and keep stirring. Add butter, remove from heat and cover for two to three minutes. Stir a few times before serving. (Add more water for even creamier grits.)
  • Serve grits in bowls topped with shrimp and garnished with parsley. Optional: top with more cheese!
  • Notes: Make it a well-rounded meal by serving it with a salad for dinner.

CHIPOTLE SHRIMP WITH CHEDDAR GRITS



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This Southern dish gets south-of-the-border flavor from a chipotle chile and a bit of its smoky adobo sauce. Refrigerate leftover chipotles in adobo in a glass jar, up to 2 months.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
1/2 cup shredded cheddar (2 ounces)
Salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1 chipotle in adobo sauce, seeded and chopped, plus 1 tablespoon sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 pound frozen large shrimp (31 to 35), thawed, peeled, and deveined (tails left on)
1/4 cup lime juice (from 2 limes)

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, cook grits according to package instructions. Stir in cheddar and season with salt.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium. Add scallions and chipotle and sauce; cook, stirring, until scallions are tender, 4 minutes. Add broth and bring to a simmer. Add shrimp and cook until opaque throughout, 3 minutes. Stir in lime juice and remaining 2 tablespoons butter and cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Season with salt. Top grits with shrimp and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g

CAROLINA SHRIMP & CHEDDAR GRITS



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Shrimp and grits were a house favorite-if only we could agree on how to make them. I stirred up a winner for the whole family with some cheddar and Cajun seasoning. -Charlotte Price, Raleigh, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked stone-ground grits
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups water
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
4 green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 to 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

Steps:

  • Place the first 5 ingredients in a 3-qt. slow cooker; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on high until water is absorbed and grits are tender, 2-1/2-3 hours, stirring every 45 minutes., Stir in cheese and butter until melted. Stir in remaining ingredients; cook, covered, on high until heated through, 15-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

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.

GRILLED CHIPOTLE SHRIMP



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I created this recipe for a Cinco de Mayo party, and it was a hit! It's so easy, yet has a serious wow factor. The creamy dipping sauce mellows out the shrimp's heat perfectly. -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield about 5 dozen (1-1/4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped, plus 1/4 cup adobo sauce
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
CILANTRO CREAM SAUCE:
1 cup sour cream
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon minced fresh mint

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the brown sugar, chipotles, adobo sauce, garlic, water, lime juice, oil and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; cool completely., Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Add the shrimp; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours., Meanwhile, combine the sauce ingredients; chill until serving. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. , Grill shrimp on an oiled rack, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until shrimp are pink, 6-8 minutes, turning once. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ROBIN'S CHEESY CHIPOTLE GRITS



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These spicy, creamy grits are a hit at every family barbeque. People ask me for the recipe every time I make them.

Provided by Robin B.

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
1 cup quick-cooking grits
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn the heat to low. Slowly whisk in the grits, then cover the saucepan, and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Once the grits have cooked, stir in the salt, pepper, cumin, chipotle peppers, green chiles, and 1 cup of Cheddar cheese until the cheese has melted. Pour the grits into the prepared 9x13 inch dish, and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly, and has begun to brown, 30-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp will have a more vibrant flavor and texture than frozen shrimp.
  • Clean the shrimp properly. Make sure to remove the vein from the back of the shrimp before cooking.
  • Cook the shrimp until it is opaque and pink. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade will help to infuse the shrimp with flavor.
  • Use a hot skillet. A hot skillet will help to sear the shrimp and prevent it from sticking.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately. Shrimp is best served hot off the grill or out of the skillet.

Conclusion:

Chipotle shrimp with cheddar grits is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The shrimp is marinated in a flavorful chipotle sauce and then grilled or pan-fried. The cheddar grits are creamy and cheesy, and they make a perfect accompaniment to the shrimp. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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