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Seafood Stuffed Potatoes

Seafood Stuffed Potatoes: Comforting Cajun Delight for Dinner

A delightful and indulgent dish featuring creamy seafood filling in baked potatoes, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes Choose large baking-size potatoes for the fluffiest results.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Enhances the dish’s flavor and moisture.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Adds richness to the mix.
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh, peeled, and deveined.
  • 1 cup Crawfish Tails Essential for authentic Southern flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic delivers aromatic depth.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Infuses the seafood with bold flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Flour Essential for creating a roux.
  • 1 cup Half and Half Adds a creamy texture to the sauce.
  • 1 cup Cheeses (American, Mozzarella, Monterey Jack, Parmesan) Creates a gooey, indulgent cheese sauce.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • sauté pan
  • Fork
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly, pierce them with a fork, and bake them at 400°F for 40-50 minutes until they're fork-tender and fluffy inside.
  2. Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut slits in the tops, scoop out the insides into a mixing bowl, and blend them with cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; keep the mixture warm.
  3. Season the shrimp and crawfish with Cajun seasoning, then sauté them in half of the melted butter with minced garlic for 4-5 minutes until they're just cooked through; set this seafood aside.
  4. In the same pan, melt the remaining butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Add the reserved seafood liquid and half and half, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Cajun seasonings and cheeses until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
  5. Carefully fill the hollowed-out potato skins with the cheesy potato filling, top with the seafood sauce and a sprinkle of extra mozzarella, then broil for a few minutes until bubbly and golden.
  6. Before serving, sprinkle with finely chopped chives or green onions and enjoy the dish while it's hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle a dash of hot sauce over the top for an extra kick. Expert tips include baking potatoes thoroughly, avoiding overcooked seafood, and mixing cheese types for optimum flavor.

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