If you love rich, creamy, and cheesy grits, then this Easy Cheesy Slow Cooker Grits recipe is for you! These smooth, velvety grits are slow-cooked to perfection with chicken broth, cream, chive and onion cream cheese, and plenty of sharp cheddar cheese for the ultimate Southern comfort dish.
Grits have long been a Southern staple, but they are similar to Italian polenta, making them a versatile and delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with shrimp, fried chicken, or breakfast classics like eggs and bacon.
Whether you’re making them for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dinner, these slow cooker grits are an easy, no-fail recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
- 2 cups yellow stone-ground grits
- 1 32-oz low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups light whipping cream
- 1 8-oz Onion & Chive Cream Cheese, softened
- 2 tsp garlic salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
- 2 Tbsp butter
Instructions
1 ) Spray the bottom and sides of a 6-quart oval slow cooking lightly with cooking spray.
2 ) Whisk together the chicken broth, whipping cream, cream cheese, garlic salt and pepper.
3 ) Add the grits and 2 cups shredded cheese. Mix well.
4 ) Pour into the slow cooker, stir to evenly distribute the grits.
5 ) Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, stopping to stir periodically (Once after cooking for 2 hours then every hour or so thereafter, if possible) Cook until the grits are tender.
6 ) Uncover and stir in butter. Mix until melted.
7 ) Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
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