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Slow Cooker Shrimp and Grits

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Slow cooker shrimp and grits is a fuss-free version of a comforting classic Southern recipe. Creamy, cheesy grits cook with seasoned shrimp in the same crockpot. Using the slow cooker allows the grits to cook low and slow until perfectly tender;  the shrimp are added at the end, for a complete one-pot meal. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner! Instructions to make this easy shrimp and grits recipe in the Instant Pot are also included.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 pound shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning (or more)
  • 1 cup stone-ground grits
  • 2 cups milk of your choice
  • 2 cups water (or more milk)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons butter (or ghee)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or more)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Slow Cooker

  1. Spray slow cooker generously with cooking spray. Add all ingredients EXCEPT the shrimp to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
  2. Cook HIGH 2 to 4 or LOW 4 to 6.
  3. Stir, to mix well and check consistency.
  4. Season the shrimp with the Old Bay. Add the shrimp to the grits in a single layer. Cover and cook an additional 5-10 minutes.

Instant Pot

  1. Spray the pressure cooker generously with cooking spray. Stir in grits, milk, water, salt, pepper, and butter.
  2. Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook for 10 minutes, When cooking time is complete, quick release remaining pressure.
  3. Turn off the Instant Pot and open the lid. Stir in the cheese.
  4. Season the shrimp with the Old Bay. Add the shrimp to the grits in a single layer. Cover and let sit until the shrimp are cooked, approximately 5 to 10 minutes.

Notes

If you have the time to do so, I suggest stirring the grits halfway through cooking.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://fitslowcookerqueen.com/slow-cooker-shrimp-grits/

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