Crabmeat Topped Potatoes

Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Crabmeat Topped Potatoes, a luxurious twist on classic baked potatoes. Featuring fluffy russet potatoes with golden, crispy skins, this recipe is generously filled with a rich and creamy lump crabmeat mixture enhanced with butter, heavy cream, and a touch of garlic and lemon juice for a hint of zest. Melted sharp cheddar cheese crowns each potato, creating a decadent and bubbly topping, while thinly sliced green onions and optional parsley add a final pop of freshness and color. Perfect as a show-stopping side dish or a hearty main course, these seafood-stuffed potatoes bring an upscale flair to your meal with minimal effort, all in just over an hour. Whether you're entertaining or treating yourself, this crowd-pleaser will leave everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup lump crabmeat
• 0.75 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 pieces green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly under running water, then pat them dry.

Step 3

Pierce each potato several times with a fork, rub the skins with olive oil, and sprinkle lightly with salt.

Step 4

Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack for 50-60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and the insides are tender. Check doneness by inserting a fork or skewer.

Step 5

While the potatoes are baking, prepare the crabmeat topping. Place the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat to melt.

Step 6

Add the heavy cream, lump crabmeat, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the melted butter. Stir gently to combine, being careful not to break apart the crabmeat too much.

Step 7

Cook the mixture for 3-5 minutes, or until it is heated through and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 8

When the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes to handle safely.

Step 9

Slice each potato lengthwise to create a large pocket, then gently fluff the insides with a fork.

Step 10

Spoon a portion of the crabmeat mixture into each potato, spreading it evenly.

Step 11

Top each stuffed potato with shredded cheddar cheese and return them to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.

Step 12

Remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle them with sliced green onions and optional parsley for garnish.

Step 13

Serve hot as an elegant side dish or a satisfying main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1407.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2192.9

Total Fat 132.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 467.4mg	0%
Sodium 5826.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 156.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 6.3g
Protein 88.2g	0%

Vitamin D 9.0IU	0%
Calcium 884.7mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 4558.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 28.8%