Cheesy Shrimp-Stuffed Baked Potato

Cheesy Shrimp-Stuffed Baked Potato

Ingredients

2 large russet potatoes

12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons cream cheese

¼ cup heavy cream

* 3 cloves garlic, minced

* ½ teaspoon paprika

* ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning

* Salt and black pepper, to taste

* 1 tablespoon olive oil

* 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

* 1 small tomato, diced

Instructions

* Bake the potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and pierce potatoes with a fork. Rub with olive oil and salt. Bake for 50–60 minutes until tender.

* Prepare the shrimp: Season shrimp with paprika, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

* Cook the shrimp: Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shrimp. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Set aside.

* Make the cheese sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter and add cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until smooth. Add mozzarella and cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.

* Prepare the potatoes: Slice each baked potato open and fluff the inside with a fork. Add butter, salt, and pepper.

* Stuff the potatoes: Add diced tomatoes and shrimp inside the potatoes. Pour the creamy cheese sauce over the filling

* Melt the cheese: Place the stuffed potatoes in the oven for 5–10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

* Garnish and serve: Top with extra shrimp, melted cheese, and chopped green onions. Serve hot.

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