A Seafood Loaded Potato Pan is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the rich flavors of seafood with the comforting goodness of baked potatoes. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes, washed and scrubbed
- 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, crab, and/or scallops), peeled and deveined if necessary
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, or a mix)
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prick the potatoes all over with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-60 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- While the potatoes are baking, prepare the seafood mixture. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the mixed seafood to the skillet and cook until they are opaque and cooked through. This usually takes 4-6 minutes, depending on the size of the seafood. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Once the potatoes are done baking, carefully cut a slit lengthwise across the top of each potato. Fluff the insides with a fork.
- Spoon the seafood mixture over the baked potatoes, distributing it evenly among them.
- Top each potato with shredded cheese and place them back in the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top, and garnish with halved cherry tomatoes.
- Serve the seafood loaded potato pans hot, with lemon wedges on the side for a burst of freshness.
Enjoy your delicious Seafood Loaded Potato Pan!
