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Chicken and Cheese Grits

A true Lowcountry classic - velvety cheddar ~grits and~ topped with savory, pan-seared chicken.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup stone-ground grits
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 lb chicken breast diced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup milk

Method
 

  1. Bring the broth to a boil and whisk in the grits, then simmer 20 minutes, stirring often.
  2. Stir in the cheese, milk, and butter until creamy.
  3. Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning and sear in a skillet until cooked through.
  4. Spoon the creamy grits into bowls.
  5. Top with the chicken and serve hot.

Notes

Stone-ground grits take longer but are worth every creamy minute.