Best 6 Really Wicked Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipes

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Spinach artichoke dip has become a classic party appetizer, enjoyed by people of all ages. This rich and creamy dip is typically made with a combination of spinach, artichoke hearts, cheese, and seasonings. It is often served with tortilla chips, crackers, or pita bread for dipping. While there are many different recipes for spinach artichoke dip, some featuring unique ingredients or preparation methods, this article will provide guidance on how to find the best recipe for a "really wicked" spinach artichoke dip that is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP



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This is our best version of the classic party dip. It's savory and creamy with a slight tang from sour cream and Parmesan -- so hard to resist. We like to use frozen whole leaf spinach and chop it ourselves for more control over the finished texture of the dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, grated
One 10-ounce box frozen leaf spinach, thawed, drained, squeezed dry and coarsely chopped (see Cook's Note)
One 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained well and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Crackers, chips or toasted bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Spray a 1-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Put the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and garlic in a large bowl. Mix vigorously until combined and smooth. (If you prefer, you can use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.) Add the spinach to the cream cheese mixture, breaking it up as you add it. Add the artichokes, mozzarella and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, mixing to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
  • Bake until the dip begins to bubble, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and continue to cook, keeping an eye on it so it doesn't burn, until the top is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve warm with crackers, chips or toasted bread.

ALMOST-FAMOUS SPINACH-ARTICHOKE DIP



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Houston's hugely popular spinach-and-artichoke appetizer wasn't always such a crowd pleaser. It started as a lowly side dish in the mid '80s, after Houston's first opened in Nashville, and it came dangerously close to disappearing from the menu altogether until chefs at the restaurant's Chicago outpost noticed customers ordering it with chips and eating it like a dip. The chefs tweaked founder George Biel's recipe and gave it a snappy name, Chicago- Style Spinach Dip, and it became an instant hit. Some fans, like Isabel Mondejo from Orlando, FL, can't get enough of it and wrote to us asking for the recipe. The company wouldn't divulge its secrets, so the chefs in Food Network Kitchens created this perfect imitation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt
2 10-ounce bags spinach, stems removed
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup sour cream, plus more for serving
1/2 cup shredded white sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup frozen artichoke hearts, thawed, squeezed dry and roughly chopped
Tortilla chips and salsa, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Stir in the spinach and cook until bright green, about 30 seconds. Drain and rinse under cold water; squeeze out the excess moisture, then finely chop.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook until the onion is soft, about 2 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan and sour cream.
  • Return the pot to medium heat. Add the spinach, cheddar and artichokes and stir until the cheese melts and the dip is heated through. Serve warm with tortilla chips, salsa and sour cream.

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL CHEESY CREAMY SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP



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I actually won a local contest with this recipe. Our favorite restaurant who served the best dip closed down...and we could not find another that was even close, so I came up with this home-made replica, which is just as delicious!

Provided by Amie in Arizona

Categories     Spinach

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (thawed and drained well)
1 (6 1/4 ounce) jar marinated artichokes (drained and chopped) (optional)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 -3 garlic clove, minced, to taste (or more)
1/4 teaspoon salt
serve with French bread (toasted) or sourdough bread (toasted)
1/2 cup half and half milk or 1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Combine all ingredients (except bread) into a mixing bowl, gently fold together until combined.
  • Pour into a greased or oiled 8" or 9" pie plate or other baking dish.
  • Bake in oven at 375 degrees for 25 to 35 minutes or until browned and bubbly.
  • Let stand to cool down it will be very hot.
  • *Hint!
  • Slice bread 1/4" to 1/2" and place directly on oven rack to toast for the last 5 to 10 minutes of baking time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.6, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 59.3, Sodium 600.2, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 15.1

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL CHEESY, CREAMY SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP



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This cheesy, creamy spinach artichoke dip couldn't be simpler - just mix together and bake! Serve with French or sourdough bread. Recipe created by Amie Knudson.

Provided by Shamrock Farms

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup Shamrock Farms® Premium Sour Cream
½ cup Shamrock Farms® Heavy Whipping Cream
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 (6.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) loaf French bread, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Gently fold together until well mixed.
  • Pour into a greased 8-inch or 9-inch pie plate or baking dish.
  • Bake in the oven for 25 to 35 minutes, or until slightly browned and bubbly. Toast bread slices in the oven for the last 10 minutes of the baking time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 42.9 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 546.4 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

SKINNY SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP



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Tangy and delicious, this dip is always a hit with our guests, and no one ever suspects that we saved them quite a few calories. Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips, crackers, or toasted french bread. Well complemented by red wine.

Provided by Bethany Hunt

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (6.5 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup fat-free sour cream
1 cup shredded Romano cheese
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
¼ cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup coarsely crushed garlic croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix artichoke hearts, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, roasted peppers, garlic, and lemon juice together in a baking dish and top with croutons.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and croutons are browned, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 27.9 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 319.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

EASY SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP



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Comforting and creamy are just some of the words that describe Susanne Nonekowski's warm Spinach Artichoke Spread. "You may have tasted a similar spread in a restaurant," she writes from Oak Harbor, Ohio. "Served with crackers or veggies, it's an all-time favorite."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups mayonnaise
2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Spoon into an ungreased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients, whenever possible, to ensure the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have frozen spinach on hand, you can use fresh spinach. Just be sure to cook it down until it's wilted and most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese to suit your taste.
  • Serve the dip with a variety of dippers, such as pita chips, tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable crudités.
  • If you want to make the dip ahead of time, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just be sure to reheat it before serving.

Conclusion:

This wicked spinach artichoke dip is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. It's easy to make, delicious, and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying dip, give this recipe a try.

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