Description

These Loaded Cajun Seafood Stuffed Potatoes are packed with bold, spicy flavors and creamy goodness. Fluffy baked potatoes are filled with Cajun-seasoned shrimp, crab, and a rich cheesy sauce, making this dish a hearty and irresistible comfort meal.

Ingredients

4 large russet potatoes

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt for seasoning

For the Seafood Filling:

1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 lb lump crab meat

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 tablespoon butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

For the Creamy Sauce:

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1 cup milk or heavy cream

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup cream cheese

1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Optional toppings:

Chopped green onions

Fresh parsley

Extra cheese

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Rub potatoes with olive oil and salt, then bake for 45–60 minutes until tender.

3. While potatoes bake, season shrimp with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.

5. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.

6. In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux.

7. Slowly add milk or cream, whisking until smooth and thickened.

8. Stir in cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and Cajun seasoning until melted and creamy.

9. Fold in cooked shrimp and crab meat.

10. Slice baked potatoes open and fluff the insides with a fork.

11. Spoon the seafood mixture generously into each potato.

12. Top with green onions, parsley, or extra cheese if desired.

13. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Use fresh or high-quality lump crab for best flavor.

Do not overcook shrimp to keep them tender.

You can add bacon bits for extra richness.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.