Slow Cooker Cheese Grits
With just 10 minutes of prep, these Crock Pot Cheese Grits turn out rich, creamy, and full of cheesy flavor. They’re a Southern favorite for breakfast with eggs and bacon, and just as delicious as a side for shrimp, BBQ, or any family meal.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 441kcal
Ingredients
- 5 cups water or low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups half and half plus more if needed
- ½ cup butter sliced
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 cups stone ground grits yellow or white or other long cooking grits uncooked
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Add the water, 1 cup of half and half, and salt to the crock pot.
- Add the grits and stir. Place the butter on top of grits.
- Place the lid on and cook on low for 7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir every 30 minutes to an hour, if possible.
- Before the end of cooking time, stir in the additional 1 cup of half and half.
- About 10 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheese. Taste and add more salt if needed.
Notes
Recipe Variations:
- Smoky Twist: Use a mix of half sharp cheddar and half smoked gouda.
- Add Heat: Swap in pepper jack cheese or stir in diced jalapeños.
- Extra Rich: Blend in a few ounces of cream cheese before serving.
- Fresh Finish: Sprinkle with chopped chives or parsley just before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1193mg | Potassium: 159mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 935IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 274mg | Iron: 0.5mg