OVEN-BAKED SHRIMP & GRITS

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On chilly days, I doctor up grits and top them with shrimp for a comfy meal. If you're not a seafood lover, use chicken, ham or both. -Jerri Gradert, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a 13x9-in. or 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine broth and grits. Bake, uncovered, until liquid is absorbed and grits are tender, 30-35 minutes., Stir in tomatoes, Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining cheese; let stand 5 minutes., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute green pepper and onion until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add shrimp and garlic; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes. Spoon over grits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 1199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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