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Garlic Butter Shrimp and Grits

Speedy comfort food at its best! Perfectly garlicky, buttery shrimp served with the creamiest grits!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quick cooking grits
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 1 shallot minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ cup dry white wine*
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1 ½ pounds medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves divided
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Cook grits according to package instructions using chicken stock and milk in place of water; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter until melted, about 1 minute; set aside and keep warm.
  2. Melt remaining 7 tablespoons butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add shallot, and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic, thyme and paprika until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in white wine and Worcestershire.
  5. Add shrimp; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in 2 tablespoons parsley and lemon juice.
  7. Serve immediately with grits, garnished with remaining 1 tablespoon parsley; if desired.

Notes

  • *Chicken stock can be used for white wine as a non-alcoholic substitute.