Steak & Shrimp Loaded Baked Potato

To make these indulgent loaded baked potatoes, you’ll need a few fresh ingredients and some staple kitchen items. Here’s what you’ll need for the dish:

For the Steak:

• 2 steak fillets (such as ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp butter (optional, for finishing)

For the Shrimp:

• 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for a fresh zing)

For the Baked Potatoes:

• 4 large Russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt to taste

For Toppings:

• Sour cream
• Shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese)
• Chopped green onions
• Crispy bacon bits (optional)
• Chopped parsley (for garnish)

How to Make Steak & Shrimp Loaded Baked Potatoes

Step 1: Prepare the Baked Potatoes

Start by prepping your baked potatoes. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the Russet potatoes clean under cold water. Pat them dry with a towel, then rub them with olive oil and season generously with salt.

Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack (or on a baking sheet) and bake for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the size of the potatoes. You’ll know they’re done when the skins are crispy and a fork or knife easily slides into the flesh of the potato.

Step 2: Cook the Steak

While the potatoes are baking, season the steak fillets with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.

Once the pan is hot, add the steaks and sear for about 4-5 minutes per side (depending on your preferred level of doneness). For a medium-rare steak, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F (54-57°C). If you like your steak more done, cook for a few extra minutes.

For an added touch of flavor, you can finish the steaks by adding a tablespoon of butter to the pan and spooning it over the steak as it finishes cooking. Once cooked to your liking, remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing them into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.

Step 3: Cook the Shrimp

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