Creamy Spinach Artichoke Skillet 🥘🌱

This delightful and indulgent creamy spinach artichoke skillet is a fantastic appetizer or a comforting main dish that everyone will love! The combination of creamy cheeses, fresh spinach, and tender artichokes creates a luxurious dish that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect for gatherings, game day, or simply enjoying on a cozy night in!

Ingredients

For the Skillet

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained (or 3 cups fresh spinach)
• 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1 block (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)

For Serving

• Tortilla chips or sliced baguette
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Sauté the Greens: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

🧄 Take care not to let the garlic burn, as it can turn bitter.

2. Add Spinach and Artichokes: Stir in the drained spinach and chopped artichoke hearts. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until heated through.

3. Create the Creamy Base: Lower the heat to medium-low, then add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and creamy.

4. Cheesy Goodness: Fold in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until fully combined. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.

🧀 Feel free to adjust the cheese according to your preference! Adding more mozzarella can make it extra stretchy!

5. Heat it Up: Let the mixture cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated all the way through and bubbly. Remove from heat.

6. Serve: Transfer to a serving platter or keep it in the skillet. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm with tortilla chips or sliced baguette for dipping.

🍽️ This dish is best enjoyed fresh from the skillet but can be reheated in a low oven if necessary.

Variations

• Gluten-free: Serve with gluten-free crackers or veggie sticks instead of tortilla chips or baguette. 🥕
• Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce for an extra level of heat.
• Protein-packed: Stir in cooked chicken, shrimp, or crumbled sausage for a heartier dish. 🍗
• Vegan: Substitute the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives and nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

This creamy spinach artichoke skillet is versatile, easy to prepare, and guaranteed to impress! Enjoy!