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one pan chicken with pimento cheese
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Easy Chicken with Grits (Pimiento Cheese Style)

This easy one pan chicken with grits is a quick one pan dinner for busy nights!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Author Marissa

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup grits
  • 10 oz. cauliflower rice fresh or frozen
  • 4 oz. jar pimientos drained
  • 2 cups cooked breaded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in grits and reduce to a simmer. Cook according to package directions.
  • Once grits begin to thicken, stir in the cauliflower rice. Continue cooking until grits are tender and cauliflower is soft.
  • Stir in shredded cheddar and jarred pimientos. Mix until melty and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spoon cheesy grits into bowls and top with warm, cooked breaded chicken.