Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip
Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy appetizer made with spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan.Easy to prepare in the crockpot.Perfect for parties, holidays, and game day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 8-ounce low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- Juice of ½ medium lemon
Optional for Serving
- Tortilla chips
- Crackers
- Toasted baguette slices
- Fresh vegetables
- Pita chips
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt with 1 tablespoon of warm water until smooth.
- Add the yogurt mixture to the slow cooker along with the cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and chopped artichoke hearts.
- Stir until the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Cover and cook on Low for 2 hours.
- Stir the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Add the fresh spinach, chopped red onion, and fresh lemon juice.
- Stir until the spinach begins to wilt.
- Cover and continue cooking on Low for another hour.
- Stir once more before serving.
- Serve the Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip warm with chips, toasted bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Greek yogurt can be substituted for regular plain yogurt for an even creamier texture and extra protein.
- Frozen chopped spinach works perfectly after thawing and draining thoroughly.
- Monterey Jack or white cheddar can replace mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
- Keep the dip on the warm setting during parties for the best consistency.