Chili Cheese Grits Squares
Transform your comfort food game with these irresistible Chili Cheese Grits Squares! This Southern-inspired bake combines rich, creamy grits with sharp cheddar cheese, a kick of diced green chilies, and the warm spices of chili powder and cumin for a bold, zesty flavor profile. Baked to golden perfection, these savory squares are both crispy on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a unique side dish for your Tex-Mex dinner, or even as a flavorful brunch addition, these cheesy squares are as versatile as they are delicious. Easy to make with simple ingredients and ready in just under an hour, this recipe is sure to become a new family favorite. Garnish with salsa or green onions for a vibrant finishing touch, and watch them fly off the plate! Keywords: Chili Cheese Grits Squares, creamy grits recipe, Southern side dish, cheesy appetizers, baked grits.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup grits (not instant)
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 4 ounces canned green chilies, diced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the salt and gradually whisk in the grits to prevent clumping.
Lower the heat to medium-low and cook the grits, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes or until they are thick and creamy.
Remove the grits from heat and immediately stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and butter until fully melted and smooth.
In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until blended. Gradually add this mixture into the warm grits, stirring constantly to combine.
Stir in the diced green chilies, chili powder, ground cumin, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
Pour the grits mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is set and golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow the grits to cool for at least 10 minutes to firm up.
Cut the baked grits into squares and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with additional shredded cheese, chopped green onions, or salsa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1705 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 110.1 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.9 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 547 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 4713 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.1 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 80.0 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2024 mg | 156% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 930 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
