Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

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Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Dip is hot, creamy, and full of flavor! Even better, after tossing some fresh ingredients into the slow cooker, you let the dip cook, and that’s it — two hours later, you have a delicious hot appetizer ready for dipping!

While most appetizers will have to take turns baking in the oven, this slow cooker recipe is ready to go as soon as it’s done cooking!

It’s an excellent dip to bring to a super bowl party, holiday dinner, or office potluck.

Looking for other recipes that use spinach? I’ve got you covered! Check out my Crustless Spinach Quiche, bite-sized Spinach Stuffed Tomatoes, or this Sausage, Bean, and Spinach Dip.

Or, if you’re exploring artichoke recipes, see my Roasted Red Pepper and Artichoke Tapenade.

Key ingredients & substitutions for Easy Spinach Artichoke Dip

• Baby spinach — I prefer using fresh baby spinach leaves. However, you can absolutely use a bag of frozen chopped spinach. Just be sure to thaw and drain the spinach before adding it to the recipe.
• Artichoke hearts — Grab a couple jars of tasty artichoke hearts or you can use fresh artichokes if you prefer. Just keep in mind you’ll need to steam them. Honestly, it’s far more practical to use the jarred product.

• Cream cheese — You can use either low-fat or full-fat cream cheese.
• Shredded mozzarella cheese — Out of the two shredded kinds of cheese used for this dip recipe, mozzarella is the more creamy and mild. If necessary, provolone can be used in its place.
• Shredded parmesan cheese — Freshly grated parmesan cheese will add a tangy and sharp cheese flavor to the recipe. Shredded asiago or Romano also work well.

• Sour cream — Sour cream contributes to the fluffy texture of the final dip or you can use Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative.
• White onion — Diced white onion will enhance the spinach and artichoke flavors. You may substitute it with red onion if you’d rather.
• Garlic — Minced garlic cloves give the recipe the slight kick of savory spice it needs. If you must, you can replace the fresh garlic with garlic powder.

• Red cayenne pepper — Bring on the heat by sprinkling some red cayenne pepper at the end of this recipe. You may leave this ingredient out if you prefer.
• Cooking spray — You’ll want to prep your crock pot with a little cooking spray or you can use any oil ideal for high temperatures.

How to make Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip

This super simple slow cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip makes party prep much easier than the more traditional methods of making the cheesy, delicious chip dip. Plus, there are plenty of ways you can make this easy recipe your own — take a look at my suggestions in the FAQs below and get creative!

STEP 1 | Prep the slow cooker and add spinach.

To begin, prep your slow cooker by lightly spraying the bottom and sides with cooking spray. That way, your dip does not make a mess in the crock pot.

Then, add all the fresh spinach leaves to the slow cooker. You’ll want to tear the larger leaves in half as you go so it is all bite-sized.

STEP 2 | Add cream cheese and artichoke hearts.

Drain the jar of artichoke hearts in a strainer and roughly chop them into smaller pieces.

Also, slicing the cream cheese into cubes makes it melt faster and easier. Add these two to the slow cooker right on top of the spinach.

STEP 3 | Mix in the remaining ingredients and cook on low.

Then, toss in the shredded mozzarella, sour cream, onion, garlic, and parmesan cheese. Close the lid and set the slow cooker to low for 2 hours.

STEP 4 | Stir and continue cooking

After 1 hour, remove the lid and give the ingredients a gentle stir. Then, replace the cover and cook for another hour. Stir thoroughly once the dip is done cooking.

Finally, season with the salt, pepper, and red cayenne pepper, and serve!

Serve the dip right in the removable pot, or transfer it to a serving dish immediately and place tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks for dipping on the buffet.

Frequently asked questions

What to serve with Spinach Artichoke Dip

Perhaps one of the best things about this versatile Spinach Artichoke Dip recipe is that so many different foods can be dipped into it.

Tortilla chips are a classic to dip into creamy spinach and artichoke. Slices of bread, veggies, crackers, and potato chips also work well.

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1. Hot Pepper Jelly Cheese Dip with Bacon
2. Layered Taco Dip
3. Cheesy Shrimp Dip
4. Blue Cheese Bacon Dip