20-Min Shrimp & Grits with Bacon Gravy
Creamy stone-ground grits topped with garlicky seared shrimp, crispy bacon, and a savory pan gravy. A weeknight take on the Lowcountry classic.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Whisk in grits slowly, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, then reduce heat to low.
Step 3
While grits cook, sauté bacon in a small skillet over medium until crispy, about 5 minutes; set aside on a paper towel.
Step 4
Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel, season with salt and pepper, then sear in the bacon fat over medium-high for 90 seconds per side until edges curl.
Step 5
Stir cheese, bacon, and scallions into the grits off heat until melted and smooth.
Step 6
Divide grits between bowls, top with shrimp, squeeze lemon over everything, and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- 8-inch skillet
- whisk
- wooden spoon
- paper towels
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