Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Loaded Baked Potato that will impress at any gathering. This creamy and savory dish features perfectly baked russet potatoes topped with tender shrimp, all enveloped in a rich Cajun cheese sauce. The combination of spices adds a burst of flavor that elevates this classic comfort food to new heights. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite toppings, this recipe makes for an ideal appetizer, main dish, or side. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this Loaded Baked Potato is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Asiago cheese, shredded
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and salt; bake on a lined baking sheet for 50-60 minutes until tender.
- In a frying pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat; cook shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until pink. Season with Cajun and Old Bay seasoning.
- In the same pan, melt remaining butter; add minced garlic and sauté for one minute. Stir in heavy cream, bouillon (if using), and bring to simmer.
- Remove from heat; stir in cheeses and lemon juice until melted.
- Return shrimp to the sauce; combine well.
- Cut baked potatoes open and fill them generously with the shrimp mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded baked potato (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 150mg