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Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe

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Spinach and Artichoke Chicken and Crock Pot Option
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Ever had spinach artichoke dip in a restaurant? This recipe is similar to that but with more protein and no chips. I had a craving for spinach artichoke dip one night and decided to turn it into a whole dinner: spinach artichoke chicken in a slow cooker.

Spinach Artichoke Chicken

The chicken is topped with spinach, artichokes, and a mix of cheeses for a very protein rich (and low carb) quick meal that can be easily made in the Crock-Pot or on the stove.

Some kids might not like the strong flavor of the artichokes, but mine really enjoyed this recipe. We served it with homemade Caesar salad and it was wonderful!

This can be made in a slow cooker or just baked in the oven for about an hour.

Spinach and Artichoke Chicken and Crock Pot Option

Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Recipe

A protein packed take on spinach artichoke dip that uses chicken as a base for a delicious meal…
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Calories 289kcal
Author Katie Wells

Servings

6 cups

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Chop the chicken into bite-size pieces.
  • Season the chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper and place in Crock-Pot for 2 hours on high or 4 hours on low.
  • When the chicken is almost cooked, add the well drained spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Cook for another hour until the cheeses are well and stir to incorporate flavors.
  • Top with mozzarella cheese and serve.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Spinach and Artichoke Chicken Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 cup)
Calories 289 Calories from Fat 190
% Daily Value*
Fat 21.1g32%
Saturated Fat 11.8g74%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 644mg28%
Carbohydrates 5.5g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 0.8g1%
Protein 20.6g41%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

If you’d rather bake this in the oven, simply combine all ingredients except the mozzarella cheese and cook it at 375°F for about an hour, adding mozzarella to the top for the last 10 minutes. 

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Delicious Spinach Artichoke chicken recipe in a slow-cooker combines the flavor of spinach artichoke dip with protein in a one-pan dish.

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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder of Wellness Mama and Co-founder of Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

Comments

61 responses to “Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe”

  1. Jordan Avatar

    5 stars
    I made this yesterday for dinner! It was amazing! A family favorite! Will definitely be making again.

  2. Gary Avatar

    I’m sure the proportions aren’t critical, but I’m curious about which size package of spinach (10 oz box, 12-16 oz bag are common here) and cream cheese (3 oz or 8 oz block) you used for the dish in the picture.

  3. Jennifer Avatar
    Jennifer

    Just wondering, how do you drain frozen spinach? Love your recipes!

  4. rebecca Avatar

    I was thinking a combo of artichoke and canned coconut milk to replace the cheese for a dairy free version, what do y’all think?

    1. Rebecca Avatar

      5 stars
      Coconut milk worked, but to thin so I added Arrowroot to thicken it a little bit. I did not use any of the cheese, but did have it available when serving for the rest of the family to add to their own personal dishes. Rating is based on my change 🙂

  5. Sarah Avatar

    I only have my daughter and I to cook for. I constantly get confused on how to freeze leftovers. Any advice?

  6. Veronica Avatar
    Veronica

    My friend had us over for dinner the other day and made this in a skillet instead of crock pot.  It was delicious and the kids loved it too!!

  7. Wellness Mama Avatar
    Wellness Mama

    Mine was frozen so it was moist enough by itself but you could add some broth or water if needed

  8. Val Avatar

    do you just eat this on it’s own?  Or what do you serve with it?  My knee jerk reaction is picturing it over rice (can you tell I’m new to being grain free?)

    1. Roxanne Michalak Avatar
      Roxanne Michalak

      You know what this would be amazing with…spaghetti squash! I’m going to try it with Caesar salad tonight, though.

      I think if you want to go totally grain-free, you can’t have rice either, or so my paleo husband says.

  9. Malena Avatar

    Do you think you could modify this recipe to be dairy free?  How do you think coconut milk would work in replacing cheese?  

    1. Wellness Mama Avatar
      Wellness Mama

      If you can find some without vegetable oil, just dump it all in… if not, drain them!

  10. Jules Avatar

    I don’t own a crock pot, but I think I’ll try this in my dutch oven in the oven!  Looking forward to it.

  11. Tami Avatar

    That sounds so good! My family favorite it slow cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken.

  12. Karyn Avatar

    This sounds great. I love artichoke but haven’t introduced it too often to the kids. I like that all of your recipes have looked easy so far. As an overwhelmed mama, I thank you!

    1. Suma Avatar

      My daughter learned to love artichokes after first having them in spinach and artichoke dip, so I’d say give it a try!

  13. Theresa Avatar

    This is so goo.  I did the same thing about a month ago.  I really wanted spinach artichoke dip, so I made it and served it over sliced chicken breasts.  It was great, but I think next time I’ll just mix it right in.

  14. Missi Avatar

    This sounds so good! You are making my hungry now. And the best part is that it looks easy to make!

    1. Tracy Avatar

      I agree it looks very tasty.  Can you tell us how many calories and carbs/serving?

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