Cheesy Garlic Butter Shrimp Baked Potato: The Ultimate Indulgent Treat
This Cheesy Garlic Butter Shrimp Baked Potato is the perfect indulgent treat for seafood lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and pierce the russet potatoes with a fork, then bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and paprika; cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Once the potatoes are done, slice them open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Stuff each potato with the garlic butter shrimp mixture.
- Top with cheddar cheese and sour cream, then sprinkle with parsley.
- Return to the oven for 5-10 minutes to melt the cheese.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes to the shrimp mixture.
- Substitute shrimp for chicken or a plant-based protein if desired.