Chorizo Cheese Grits
Dive into Southern comfort with a bold twist in this Chorizo Cheese Grits recipe! Creamy, stone-ground grits are simmered to perfection with a blend of whole milk and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a rich and velvety base. Spicy, smoky chorizo sausage is cooked until golden and folded into the grits, delivering a burst of savory flavor in every bite. Finished with a garnish of fresh green onions and a dash of smoky paprika, this hearty dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a satisfying dinner. Easy to make in just 35 minutes, this recipe serves up comforting Southern soul food with a deliciously spicy kick.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Chorizo sausage
- 1 cup Stone-ground grits
- 3 cups Water
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (sharp, shredded)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 stalks Green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika or smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the chorizo. Cook it for 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until the sausage is fully cooked and browned. Transfer the cooked chorizo to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess grease, and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water, 1 cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of salt to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Slowly whisk in the grits, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer the grits for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep them from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Once the grits have thickened and become tender, stir in the butter and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
Fold the cooked chorizo into the cheesy grits, ensuring the sausage is evenly distributed throughout the dish.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions and a light sprinkle of paprika or smoked paprika, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.4 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.5 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 417 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 7414 mg | 322% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 107.9 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1208 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 781 mg | 17% | |
*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.
