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Cajun Shrimp & Bacon Broccoli Parmesan Loaded Baked Potato:

Ingredients

For the Baked Potato:

• 2 large russet potatoes

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Cajun Shrimp:

• ½ lb shrimp, peeled & deveined

• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 tsp minced garlic

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp lemon juice

For the Bacon Broccoli Parmesan Topping:

• 4 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled

• 1 cup broccoli, chopped

• ½ cup heavy cream

• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• Salt & pepper, to taste

For Garnishing:

• Shredded cheddar cheese

• Sliced green onions

• Sour cream (optional)

Instructions

1. Bake the Potatoes:

• Preheat oven to 400°F.

• Scrub potatoes, poke holes with a fork, rub with olive oil, and season with salt & pepper.

• Bake for about 1 hour or until fork-tender.

2. Prepare the Cajun Shrimp:

• In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

• Add garlic, shrimp, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and lemon juice.

• Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.

3. Make the Bacon Broccoli Parmesan Sauce:

• In the same skillet, add chopped broccoli and cook for 3–4 minutes until tender.

• Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.

• Mix in crumbled bacon and let simmer for 2 minutes.

4. Assemble the Loaded Baked Potato:

• Slice open the baked potatoes and fluff the insides with a fork.

• Add a layer of cheddar cheese, then spoon on the broccoli bacon sauce.

• Top with Cajun shrimp and more Parmesan.

5. Garnish & Serve:

• Sprinkle with green onions and an extra drizzle of sour cream if desired.

• Serve hot and enjoy!