Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

Fresh spinach, briny artichokes, crisp water chestnuts, and tangy red onions combine with several types of creamy cheese to make this spinach artichoke dip. Flavored with minced garlic and savory seasonings, it’s a hands-off appetizer or snack perfect for dipping!  

What can I expect? 

This recipe has all the taste and texture of classic spinach artichoke dips. However, it is higher in protein, lower in fat, and packed full of fiber and nutrients. This is thanks to the use of Greek yogurt and the addition of extra veggies such as red onion and water chestnuts! 

In addition, this entire dish combines and cooks in the slow cooker. As a result, prep time is minimal and cleanup is a breeze. Plus, you don’t have to spend time hovering around the stove. 

Just combine, cook, and come back to a delicious, low-carb dip waiting for you!  

Is Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip Healthy?

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients: 

• Spinach
• Artichoke hearts
• Cream cheese
• Greek yogurt
• Mozzarella cheese
• Asiago cheese

Spinach and artichoke hearts are natural, nutritious ingredients. They add fiber and nutrients to a variety of recipes. 

But what about mozzarella and parmesan? What about cream cheese and Greek yogurt? Is dairy healthy?

Here’s what we know. Dairy is full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all of the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable…

Let’s be mindful of our dairy intake. Buy dairy that comes from pasture-raised cows and try to eat less. 

Enjoy this slow cooker spinach artichoke dip knowing it supports your well-being. 

Explore more about the Neutral Eating Food Philosophy and how it celebrates the balance of health and flavor.

Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip Tips

1. Add more protein

Transform this dip into a complete meal by stirring in cooked shredded chicken, ground beef, or ground turkey. 

2. Make it spicy

Add a splash of hot sauce, or stir in a teaspoon or so of red pepper flakes to add a touch of heat. 

3. Store leftovers

Once cooled, you can transfer leftover spinach and artichoke dip to an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. When you’re ready to eat, reheat the dip in the microwave. Or, reheat it in the slow cooker set to the “warm” setting. 

4. Have leftover spinach? 

Don’t let it go to waste! Instead, use it to make spinach artichoke dip bites or spinach & cheese stuffed chicken breasts.

Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

Print Recipe

Prep Time:10 minutes mins

Cook Time:2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups fresh chopped spinach
• 1 jar 13 ounces canned quartered artichoke hearts, drained
• 1 8 ounce cream cheese, cut into cubes
• 1 cup of plain full fat Greek yogurt
• 1 cup freshly grated Mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Asiago cheese
• 2 Tbsp diced red onion
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 3 Tbsp chopped water chestnuts
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp salt may increase up to ½ teaspoon per preference
• Extra ¼ cup grated mozzarella cheese for top
• Top with everything bagel seasoning optional

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to your slow cooker (minus extra cheese and everything bagel seasoning).
• Cook on low for 2 hours or until the cheese is completely melted.
• Stir and season more as needed. This is more salt can be added per your preference.
• Add the extra cheese on top and let cook on high for 20-30 more minutes. Then sprinkle the Everything Bagel seasoning on top if you would like.
• Serve and enjoy.

Notes

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Recipe from Neutral Eating: https://neutraleating.com/slow-cooker-spinach-artichoke-dip

Servings: 6

Author: Neutral Eating