Shrimp Stuffed Baked Potatoes: Irresistible 35g Protein Comfort Feast
Creamy shrimp-stuffed baked potatoes combine seafood and comfort food for an indulgent meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub potatoes, poke with a fork, and bake directly on the rack for 50–60 mins until crispy outside and fluffy inside.
- While potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a skillet. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook 2–3 mins per side until golden and juicy. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 min. Add cream, cream cheese, and cheddar. Stir until melted and thick.
- Split open each potato, fluff the inside with a fork. Spoon in a bit of sauce, pile on shrimp, and drizzle with more sauce.
- Garnish with chopped chives or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 250mg