Easy Homemade Traditional Healthy Boneless Steak with Onions & Shrimp Baked Potato

Introduction
I still remember the first time I made this Boneless Steak with Onions & Shrimp Baked Potato — it was a rainy Sunday and the smell of caramelizing onions filled the house like a warm blanket. This dish is one of those cozy, all-in-one meals that feels traditional and a little indulgent, yet healthy enough for a weeknight. Boneless Steak with Onions & Shrimp Baked Potato is perfect for a comforting family dinner, a simple weekend celebration, or when you want to treat someone special without fuss.

Serve it for weeknight dinners, Sunday family meals, or holiday side-occasion dinners when you want something familiar, flavorful, and satisfying.

🧂 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 boneless sirloin or strip steaks (about 6–8 oz / 170–225 g each)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil), divided
• 2 large yellow or sweet onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richer onions)
• 1 tsp brown sugar (helps caramelize onions; optional)
• 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (16–20 count), tails off
• 4 large baking potatoes (russet or Yukon Gold)
• 4 tbsp butter, divided (or olive oil for lighter)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite melting cheese)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges (for shrimp)
• 1/4 cup low-sodium beef broth or dry white wine (for pan sauce)
• Optional: 1 garlic clove, minced (for shrimp/onion flavor)
• Optional seasoning blend: 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder

Prep & timing:

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 50–65 minutes (potatoes bake 45–60 min)
• Total time: ~1 hour 15 minutes

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash and pierce the potatoes several times with a fork. Rub with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Place directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork. (Tip: medium potatoes ~45 min; large up to 60 min.)
3. While potatoes bake, season the boneless steaks generously with salt, pepper, and optional spice blend. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil. Sear the steaks 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp 130–135°F / 54–57°C), or longer for your preferred doneness. Remove steaks to a plate and tent with foil to rest 5–10 minutes.
5. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter (if using) and the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15–20 minutes until soft and golden; add 1 tsp brown sugar about halfway through to boost caramelization if desired.
6. Push onions to the side and add the shrimp to the skillet. Add the minced garlic (optional) and cook shrimp 1.5–2 minutes per side, just until they turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking — shrimp cook fast! Season with a squeeze of lemon, salt, and pepper.
7. Remove shrimp and onions from the pan and keep warm. If you want a quick pan sauce, pour 1/4 cup beef broth or white wine into the hot skillet and scrape up browned bits. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly reduced and pour over steaks.
8. When potatoes are tender, remove from oven and slice open lengthwise. Fluff the insides with a fork. Add 1 tbsp butter (or olive oil), a generous handful of shredded cheese, and top with the cooked shrimp. Return to the oven (or under broiler for 1–2 minutes) just until cheese melts.
9. Plate each steak alongside a loaded shrimp baked potato and spoon caramelized onions over the steak. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

💡 Tips & Variations

• Use a meat thermometer: 125–130°F for rare, 130–135°F medium-rare, 140–145°F medium. Rest steak 5–10 minutes after cooking.
• To speed up baking, microwave potatoes 6–8 minutes (rotating halfway), then finish in a 425°F oven for 10 minutes to crisp the skin.
• For perfect onions: cook low and slow (medium-low) for 20–30 minutes if you want deeply sweet caramelized onions. Add a splash of balsamic for a tangy twist.
• Healthy swaps:
  • Low-carb: swap the baked potato for cauliflower mash or a roasted sweet potato half (smaller carb load).
  • Gluten-free: this recipe is naturally GF — just use GF broth and check any spice blends.
  • Vegetarian/Vegan: replace steak with thick portobello mushrooms or marinated tofu/tempeh, and replace shrimp with seasoned, grilled king oyster mushrooms or a chickpea sauté; use vegan butter and dairy-free cheese.
• Flavor variations: add a garlic-herb butter for steak, or spice the shrimp with Cajun seasoning for heat.
• Serving ideas: pair with a simple green salad, steamed green beans, or roasted asparagus. A crisp white wine or light red pairs nicely.
• Leftovers & storage: store steak slices, shrimp, and potatoes separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or oven (avoid microwave for steak to prevent toughness). Potatoes reheat well at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 minutes.

🩺 Health & Lifestyle Tie-in
This Boneless Steak with Onions & Shrimp Baked Potato is high in protein (steak + shrimp), provides heart-healthy omega-3s from the shrimp, and offers satisfying fiber when you keep the potato skin. Choosing lean cuts and olive oil keeps saturated fats moderate. Small, consistent healthy choices like this can help lower long-term health risks — and that translates to real savings on health costs down the road. Eating well is an investment in both your body and your budget.

Conclusion
If you try this Boneless Steak with Onions & Shrimp Baked Potato, I’d love to hear how it turns out — drop a comment or tag me in your photos. It’s one of those meals that always feels like a little celebration at the dinner table. Happy cooking and enjoy every bite!

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Boneless Steak with Onions & Shrimp Baked Potato

A comforting, all-in-one meal featuring boneless steak and shrimp served with a loaded baked potato, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 500

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Steaks

• 4 pieces boneless sirloin or strip steaks (about 6–8 oz / 170–225 g each)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Cooking Oils

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil), divided
• 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richer onions)

Onions

• 2 large yellow or sweet onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp brown sugar (helps caramelize onions; optional)

Shrimp

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (16–20 count), tails off
• 1 clove garlic (optional, minced, for shrimp/onion flavor)
• Seasoning blend: 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder Optional

Potatoes

• 4 large russet or Yukon Gold baking potatoes
• 4 tbsp butter (or olive oil for lighter), divided

Cheese & Garnish

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite melting cheese)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
• 1 piece lemon, cut into wedges (for shrimp)

Pan Sauce

• 1/4 cup low-sodium beef broth or dry white wine (for pan sauce)

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash and pierce the potatoes several times with a fork. Rub with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Place directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
3. While potatoes bake, season the boneless steaks generously with salt, pepper, and the optional spice blend. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

Cooking

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil. Sear the steaks 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp 130–135°F / 54–57°C), or longer for your preferred doneness. Remove steaks to a plate and tent with foil to rest for 5–10 minutes.
2. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter (if using) and the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15–20 minutes until soft and golden; add 1 tsp brown sugar about halfway through to boost caramelization if desired.
3. Push onions to the side and add the shrimp to the skillet. Add the minced garlic (optional) and cook shrimp for 1.5–2 minutes per side, just until they turn pink and opaque.
4. Remove shrimp and onions from the pan and keep warm. Pour 1/4 cup beef broth or white wine into the hot skillet and scrape up browned bits, then simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly reduced and pour over steaks.

Serving

1. When potatoes are tender, remove from oven and slice open lengthwise. Fluff the insides with a fork. Add 1 tbsp butter (or olive oil), a generous handful of shredded cheese, and top with the cooked shrimp. Return to the oven (or under broiler for 1–2 minutes) just until cheese melts.
2. Plate each steak alongside a loaded shrimp baked potato and spoon caramelized onions over the steak. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer for perfect steak doneness. To speed up baking, microwave potatoes 6–8 minutes before baking. For healthier options, replace steak with mushrooms or tofu, and shrimp with king oyster mushrooms or chickpeas.