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Loaded shrimp baked potato topped with cheese and herbs

Loaded Shrimp Baked Potato

A delightful twist on a classic baked potato, topped with succulent shrimp, creamy sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese for a comforting meal that's quick and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large russet potatoes Scrubbed and pocked with holes
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup sour cream For topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For topping
  • ¼ cup green onions, chopped For topping
  • 2 tablespoons butter For sautéing shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For rubbing on potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For seasoning shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon paprika For seasoning shrimp
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning shrimp and potatoes
  • as needed Lemon wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub the potatoes and poke holes all over them with a fork.
  3. Rub olive oil over each potato and sprinkle with salt.
Baking the Potatoes
  1. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake for about 45-60 minutes or until tender when poked with a fork.
Cooking the Shrimp
  1. While the potatoes are baking, heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the shrimp, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Sauté for 3-5 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Assembling
  1. Once the potatoes are done baking, carefully slice them open and fluff the insides with a fork.
  2. Top each potato with the sautéed shrimp, a generous dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, and a sprinkle of green onions.
Serving
  1. Serve these loaded potatoes with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

You can microwave the potatoes for a quicker option. Wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 10-12 minutes until tender. You can also customize toppings with crispy bacon bits or hot sauce for added flavor.