Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips
Creamy spinach and artichoke dip is a classic party food that's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This version uses frozen spinach for convenience, and canned artichoke hearts for a bit of briny flavor. The dip is creamy and cheesy, with just the right amount of spice from the black pepper. Serve it with tortilla chips for dipping, and you're sure to have a hit on your hands.
Spinach and artichoke dip has been around for decades, and there are many different stories about how it came to be. One story claims that it was invented in the 1950s by a chef at a restaurant in California. Another story says that it was created in the 1970s by a housewife who was looking for a way to use up some leftover spinach and artichokes. Regardless of its origins, spinach and artichoke dip has become a popular dish all over the world, and it's especially popular as a party food. It's easy to make, it can be served hot or cold, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bag tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  4. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and hot.
  5. Serve with tortilla chips.
Why It Works
  • Using frozen spinach makes this dip easy to make, and it doesn't require any cooking. Simply thaw the spinach and squeeze out any excess water.
  • Canned artichoke hearts add a briny flavor to the dip. Be sure to drain and chop the artichoke hearts before adding them to the dip.
  • Cream cheese and sour cream make the dip creamy and rich. Be sure to soften the cream cheese before adding it to the dip.
  • Parmesan cheese adds a nutty flavor to the dip. You can use grated Parmesan cheese or shredded Parmesan cheese.
  • Salt and pepper add flavor to the dip. Be sure to season the dip to taste.
  • Baking the dip for 20 minutes allows the flavors to meld and the dip to become hot and bubbly.