Published: May 19, 2023 · Modified: Apr 7, 2023 · By Susan

Slow Cooker Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken

Name: Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 190 min
Ingredients: 1.5 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite sized pieces); 12 oz jar marinated artichoke hearts (chopped); 2 tsp garlic powder; 8 oz brick cream cheese (cut into 8 cubes, I use reduced fat); 1 cup parmesan cheese (shredded); ½ cup sour cream (I use reduced fat); ½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded (i like the extra creamy, melty kind) ); 1 tbsp dijon mustard; 6 oz baby spinach (fresh); salt and pepper (to taste if needed )

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Slow Cooker Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken takes everything you love about spinach artichoke dip and turns it into dinner! This creamy, delicious, and super simple meal will quickly become a family favorite!!

a bowl filled with creamy slow cooked chicken with spinach and artichoke pieces with a long roll beside it,

If you are a fan of hot spinach artichoke dip, this recipe is for you! And if you aren't - it's still for you! This creamy and delicious slow cooker chicken recipe is truly a must-try!

This amazing comfort food is a super easy meal to make. And even easier to eat.

It is one of those great recipes that works as a one pot meal or as an appetizer. It is a great way to keep the hungry troops happy!

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📝Shopping list
🔪Instructions
🍽Serving suggestions
🔁Substitutions
Storing
😉Hints & hacks
📖 Recipe

📝Shopping list

slow cooker creamy chicken with spinach and artichoke ingredients with labels

To make this amazing crock pot spinach artichoke chicken you will need:

boneless, skinless chicken thighs*
marinated artichoke hearts
garlic powder*
cream cheese
parmesan cheese - freshly grated parm is amazing, but pre-grated works perfectly as well
sour cream - I use reduced fat
shredded mozzarella cheese - freshly shredded is great, but I use the packaged kind
dijon mustard
fresh baby spinach leaves*
salt and pepper
non-stick cooking spray

**exact quantities and detailed instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

🔪Instructions

Start by cutting your chicken into bite sized pieces. Next chop marinated artichokes and cut cream cheese into 1.5" blocks.

Spray your slow cooker with a non-stick cooking spray Add all ingredients into the bottom of the pan of your slow cooker, except the spinach. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 30 minutes. This will let the cheese melt and the cream cheese soften.

all ingredients in slow cooker except spinach before melting to stir and combine

Open the lid of your crockpot and stir all ingredients to combine. Turn slow cooker down to low and replace cover. Continue the cooking process for an additional 3-4 hours or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉.

10 minutes prior to serving, stir in baby spinach. Allow spinach to wilt, add salt and/or black pepper to taste, if needed, and serve promptly.

chicken with spinach and artichoke pieces in a crockpot with some held up on a wooden spoon.

🍽Serving suggestions

This whole family favorite can be served a ton of ways. It is delicious served on top of a bed of pasta, white or brown rice, or quinoa.

We love the creamy sauce on top of slices of crusty bread or toast. It is also great scooped up with some yummy tortilla chips.

A fresh, crisp garden salad makes for a great side dish. Dijon cauliflower, garlic mushrooms and vanilla maple carrots are also incredible sidekicks. As is a glass of dry white wine!!😉

Looking for some extra flavor? Top with red pepper flakes to add some heat to your creamy spinach artichoke sauce.

a bowl filled with creamy slow cooked chicken with spinach and artichoke pieces with some on a slice of bread being held up

If you love this recipe, please let me know in the comment section below!

🔁Substitutions

Boneless skinless chicken breasts can be used in place of thighs if you prefer. Just keep in mind that breast meat can be drier and can overcook more quickly. Thighs are much more forgiving.
If you prefer, 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced or pressed, can be used in place of the garlic powder. Alternatively so can 1 heaping tablespoon of jarred minced garlic.
While I much prefer fresh spinach, frozen spinach can be used as well. It should be defrosted and well drained prior to incorporating into this recipe.

Storing

Store leftovers of this great recipe in an airtight container or zipper-top bag. Your creamy spinach artichoke chicken will last for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or 3-4 months in the freezer.

😉Hints & hacks

All slow cookers are different and may have slightly different cook times. The first time you make this dish use a meat thermometer to see when the chicken reaches 165℉. This will make your timing easier to gauge the next time you make it.
Store leftovers of this crockpot garlic parmesan chicken in individual serving-sized containers for easy grab-and-go future meals.
Do you like it hot? Feel free to top off your dish with a splash of sriracha or a dash of red chili pepper flakes.
This is one of the best slow cooker recipes to use with a slow cooker liner. If you use a liner, you can skip spraying your slow cooker with non-stick spray.
In the market for a slow cooker? I love mine!
Pressed for time when prepping on busy weeknights? You can opt to cook your chicken as whole chicken breasts or thighs and then cut or shred before serving.

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