🍤🧀 Louisiana Cajun Shrimp & Cheddar Grits Juicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp served over rich, creamy cheddar grits, finished with buttery garlic sauce and fresh green onions. A Southern comfort-food favorite! INGREDIENTS Cheddar Grits: * 1 cup stone-ground grits * 3 cups chicken broth * 1 cup whole milk * 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar * 2 tbsp butter * Salt and black pepper Cajun Shrimp: * 1½ lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined * 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning * 2 tbsp olive oil * 3 garlic cloves, minced * 2 tbsp butter * ½ cup chicken broth * 1 tbsp lemon juice * ½ tsp smoked paprika * 2 green onions, sliced * Fresh parsley INSTRUCTIONS 1. Bring 3 cups broth and milk to a gentle boil. 2. Slowly whisk in grits. Reduce heat and simmer for 25–35 minutes, stirring frequently, until creamy. 3. Stir in cheddar, butter, salt, and pepper. 4. Pat shrimp dry and coat with Cajun seasoning and paprika. 5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. 6. Sear shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. 7. Remove shrimp and reduce heat to medium. 8. Add garlic and butter to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds. 9. Pour in broth and lemon juice. Simmer for 2 minutes. 10. Return shrimp briefly to coat in the sauce. 11. Spoon creamy cheddar grits into a shallow serving bowl. 12. Arrange Cajun shrimp on top, drizzle with garlic butter sauce, and garnish with green onions and parsley. Prep: 10 min | Cook: 35 min Servings: 4 #ShrimpAndGrits #CajunShrimp #SouthernCooking #ComfortFood #DinnerRecipes — @aronemerson4 TikTok