Description
Hearty russet potatoes stuffed with a creamy Cajun seafood filling, melted cheese, and topped with crispy, savory goodness.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup cooked crab meat or seafood blend, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided (1 cup and 1½ cups)
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Sliced green onions or chopped parsley, optional (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean, prick them with a fork, and bake them directly on the oven rack or a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender. Remove and cool slightly.
- While the potatoes bake, heat 2 tablespoons butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped shrimp and crab meat, sautéing for 2-3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream, 1/2 cup sour cream, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
- Scoop out the potato flesh from the baked potatoes, leaving a thin layer of potato inside the skin. Mash the potato flesh and mix with the seafood filling and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
- Stuff the mashed seafood mixture into the potato skins. Sprinkle with the remaining 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake stuffed potatoes at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and golden. Garnish with sliced green onions or chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, top with extra crumbled bacon or panko breadcrumbs before baking.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes