Description
Craving something rich, savory, and packed with bold flavor? These Loaded Cajun Seafood Stuffed Potatoes bring together everything you love—melty cheese, tender shrimp and crab, and perfectly baked russet potatoes. Ideal for an easy dinner, a quick seafood-inspired comfort meal, or even upscale party food, this easy recipe fits in perfectly with your collection of dinner ideas and healthy snack options. Whether you’re meal prepping or just indulging in a loaded baked potato twist, this dish hits every note with flair and flavor.
Ingredients
4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and dried
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound lump crab meat, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rub potatoes with olive oil and salt. Bake directly on the oven rack or a sheet for 45–60 minutes until crispy outside and fork-tender inside. Cool slightly.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil and sauté shrimp with half of the Cajun seasoning for 3–4 minutes until cooked. If using raw crab, heat it gently as well. Remove from heat.
3. Slice baked potatoes lengthwise and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving a thin layer to support the skin.
4. Mash the potato flesh with butter, cream cheese, sour cream, and the remaining Cajun seasoning. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
5. Fold in shrimp, crab meat, shredded cheddar, and most of the green onions. Mix until evenly combined.
6. Fill the potato shells generously with the seafood mixture. Top with extra cheese and a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
7. Return to oven and bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish with remaining green onions and an optional squeeze of lemon before serving.
Notes
Use russet potatoes for their sturdy skin and fluffy inside—they’re perfect for stuffing.
Don’t overcook the shrimp; they should be just pink and tender.
You can make the filling a day ahead and bake just before serving for easy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Cajun-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: seafood stuffed potatoes, Cajun dinner ideas, easy seafood recipe, loaded baked potato