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Delicious Loaded Seafood Baked Potato with shrimp and crab filling topped with cheese.

Loaded Seafood Baked Potatoes

Seafood stuffed potatoes are a comforting dish with a creamy filling of seafood, cheese, and mashed potato, baked until melty and delicious.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the baked potatoes
  • 4 pieces Russet potatoes Choose medium-sized for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For rubbing on potatoes.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For sprinkling on baked potatoes.
For the seafood filling
  • 1 cup Shrimp, cooked and chopped Use pre-cooked shrimp to save time.
  • 1 cup Crab meat, cooked Canned crab can also be used, but drain well.
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack can be used for versatility.
  • 1/2 cup Milk or cream Use for mashing the potatoes.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For mashing the potato filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning For seasoning the seafood mix.
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic, minced Adds extra flavor to the filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Green onions, chopped For garnish and flavor.
  • 1 squeeze Lemon juice For an acidic balance.
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Instructions
 

Baking the Potatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Scrub the russet potatoes, dry them well, and poke a few holes in each with a fork.
  3. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle them with salt.
  4. Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 50 to 70 minutes, until a fork slides in easily.
Preparing the Filling
  1. Once the potatoes are baked, let them cool for about 5 minutes.
  2. Slice the tops open and scoop out most of the potato inside, leaving a sturdy layer of potato in the skin.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mash the scooped potato with butter, milk, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Fold in the seafood (shrimp and crab), shredded cheese, Old Bay seasoning, minced garlic, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Assembling the Loaded Potatoes
  1. Spoon the seafood filling back into the potato skins.
  2. Sprinkle extra cheese on top of each filled potato.
  3. Return the potatoes to the oven and bake until bubbly and golden, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. For an extra golden top, broil for an additional 1 to 2 minutes but keep a close eye on them.
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Notes

Try pairing these potatoes with a simple green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Feel free to customize with different seafood combinations as desired.