Helen's Crab Stuffed Potatoes

Elevate your potato game with Helen's Crab Stuffed Potatoes, a luxurious spin on the classic twice-baked potato. Perfectly roasted russet potatoes are hollowed out and filled with a creamy, flavor-packed mixture of buttery mashed potatoes, sour cream, and milk, blended with tender lump crab meat, sharp cheddar cheese, and a medley of seasonings. A hint of paprika and garlic powder provides a warm depth of flavor, while green onions add a fresh, vibrant finish. Topped with melted cheese and baked to golden perfection, these indulgent stuffed potatoes are an irresistible side dish or show-stopping main course. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to something special, this recipe is easy to prepare yet utterly unforgettable. Perfect for seafood lovers and comfort food enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 cup lump crab meat
• 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Scrub the russet potatoes clean, pat them dry, and pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.

Step 3

Rub the potatoes lightly with olive oil, then place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a knife.

Step 4

While the potatoes bake, prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, cheddar cheese, green onions, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.

Step 5

Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes, until they are safe to handle.

Step 6

Cut each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell. Place the scooped flesh into a separate bowl.

Step 7

Add butter, sour cream, and milk to the potato flesh. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Gently fold the crab mixture into the mashed potatoes, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.

Step 9

Spoon the filling back into the potato shells, mounding it slightly. Sprinkle a bit of extra cheddar cheese on top of each stuffed potato, if desired.

Step 10

Place the stuffed potatoes back on the baking sheet and return them to the oven for 10 minutes, or until heated through and the tops are slightly golden.

Step 11

Remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle with a pinch of extra paprika or chopped green onions for garnish, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1596.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2346.5

Total Fat 149.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 489.5mg	0%
Sodium 3032.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 98.9g	0%

Vitamin D 50.8IU	0%
Calcium 1457.9mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 4836.4mg	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: 55.1%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 28.6%