Loaded Shrimp Bacon Potato
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Loaded Shrimp Bacon Potato—crispy bacon and succulent shrimp atop fluffy roasted potatoes, smothered in melted cheddar cheese and drizzled with creamy sour cream. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this dish offers a delightful explosion of smoky, savory flavors that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes (about 1 lb total)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup green onions (chopped)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces, then toss with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- While the potatoes bake, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet, crumble, and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté shrimp over medium heat until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine baked potatoes with shrimp and crumbled bacon on a platter, top with cheddar cheese, return to oven for an additional 5 minutes until cheese melts. Serve topped with sour cream and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg