Description
This Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and warm appetizer perfect for gatherings and parties. Combining fresh spinach, tender artichokes, and a blend of cheeses, this dip is effortlessly made in a slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld perfectly while you relax or prepare other dishes.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 8 oz fresh spinach
- 1 can (14 oz) artichokes, drained and chopped
Dairy
- 1 pack (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Spices
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Spinach: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the fresh spinach for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Drain any excess liquid thoroughly and chop the spinach finely to prepare it for mixing.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Transfer the cooked spinach to the slow cooker and add the chopped artichokes, softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Mix Well: Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavors and ingredients.
- Cook the Dip: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours. Stir occasionally to mix the dip and help the cheese melt evenly, resulting in a warm, creamy texture.
- Serve: Once the dip is hot, creamy, and fully melted, serve it immediately with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the cooked spinach well to avoid excess water in the dip.
- For a spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- This dip can be made ahead of time and reheated in the slow cooker or oven.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier and lighter version.
- Use a non-stick skillet to cook spinach to reduce sticking and ease cleanup.
