Jambalaya-Stuffed Potato Skins
Jambalaya-Stuffed Potato Skins: A Delicious Cajun Twist on a Classic Appetizer
Looking for a unique and flavorful appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than Jambalaya-Stuffed Potato Skins! This Cajun-inspired dish combines the classic flavors of jambalaya with the crispy goodness of potato skins, creating a mouthwatering treat that is sure to please.
To make Jambalaya-Stuffed Potato Skins, you will need the following ingredients:
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 pound andouille sausage, sliced
- 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
To begin, preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce them several times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
While the potatoes are baking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the sausage is browned.
Add the cooked shrimp, rice, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to the skillet, and stir to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are heated through.
Once the potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin layer of potato in the skins. Fill each potato skin with a generous amount of the jambalaya mixture, and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Return the stuffed potato skins to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Jambalaya-Stuffed Potato Skins are the perfect appetizer for any occasion, from game day parties to family dinners. The combination of spicy andouille sausage, succulent shrimp, and flavorful Cajun seasoning is sure to tantalize your taste buds, while the crispy potato skins provide the perfect vessel for all that deliciousness. Give this dish a try and watch as your guests rave about it all night long!
Type of dish: Cajun-inspired appetizer
Main ingredients: Potatoes, andouille sausage, shrimp
