Seafood Baked Potato
Craving comfort food with a coastal twist? This Seafood Baked Potato is loaded with buttery shrimp, creamy sauce, and melty cheese—all nestled inside a crispy, golden baked potato. Whether you call it a Shrimp Baked Potato, Loaded Shrimp Baked Potato, or one of your go-to Seafood Stuffed Potatoes, this dish brings together indulgence and flavor in every bite. Perfect for seafood lovers and easy enough for a cozy weeknight dinner. Try this irresistible recipe and add it to your favorite Seafood Baked Potato Recipes collection!
Ingredients
For the Baked Potatoes
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
For the Seafood
- 1 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon liquid crab boil optional
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
For the Seafood Cheese Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Reserved seafood cooking liquid
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon each dried basil & oregano
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack optional
Toppings
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh chives or green onions for garnish
Instructions
Bake the Potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Scrub and dry the Russet potatoes. Poke holes using a fork to vent.
- Wrap each in foil and bake for 45–50 minutes or until fork-tender. Alternatively, microwave on high for 5 minutes per potato.
Prepare the Filling
- Once baked, slice each potato down the center and scoop the insides into a bowl.
- Mash with cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chives. Cover to keep warm.
Cook the Seafood
- Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, and liquid crab boil (if using).
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes.
- Reserve the cooking liquid and set the shrimp aside.
Make the Creamy Seafood Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux.
- Slowly add heavy cream and the reserved seafood liquid.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, dried herbs, and onion powder.
- Bring to a low simmer, then stir in cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese until melted.
- Add cooked shrimp back into the sauce, mix, then turn off the heat.
Assemble Your Seafood Baked Potatoes
- Spoon the creamy mashed potato mixture back into the potato skins.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Generously ladle the seafood cheese sauce over each potato.
- Garnish with fresh chives or green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- Don’t overbake the potatoes—they should be soft inside but hold their shape.
- Keep the sauce slightly thick so it doesn't run off the potato.
- Use fresh shrimp or quality frozen seafood for best flavor.
- Want a spicier kick? Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the seafood mixture.