Jalapeno Cheddar Grits
These Jalapeno Cheddar Grits are easy to make and loaded with flavor! They make a great addition to any meal of the day!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 522kcal
Ingredients
- 8 strips of thick-cut bacon diced
- 2 large jalapenos seeds removed and diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups white cheddar cheese grated and divided
- ¼ cup green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Using a 9” cast iron skillet, add the diced bacon and diced jalapeno. Cook over medium heat until bacon is crispy (~8-10 minutes). Transfer the bacon and jalapenos to a paper towel and pat dry. Drain the bacon grease from the skillet and set aside.
- In a medium sauce pan, bring the heavy cream, chicken broth, and water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, slowly whisk in the grits. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until grits have thickened and absorbed the liquid.
- Stir in the bacon, jalapenos, salt and 1 ½ cups of the grated cheese.
- Transfer the grits into the cast iron skillet and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of grated cheese. Place skillet under broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until cheese on top has melted and grits are light brown in color. Garnish with green onions (optional).
Nutrition
Calories: 522kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 994mg | Potassium: 340mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1070IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 309mg | Iron: 2mg
