Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta

This Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta blends the creamy, cheesy flavors of your favorite dip with the comfort of pasta. A garlicky butter base sets the stage for sautéed onions, spinach, and marinated artichokes seasoned with a bold mix of spices. Cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream build the indulgent sauce, which is finished with mozzarella and Parmesan for a gooey finish. Tossed with perfectly cooked pasta and topped with extra cheese, it’s a decadent, flavor-packed twist on a classic dish.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Category: Pasta

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 3 plates

Calories: 1,220 kcal per serving

Ingredients

½ pound - pasta
⅛ - Salt
3 tablespoon - butter
⅛ Dash - olive oil
½ - onion
3 cloves - garlic
⅛ - Salt
⅛ - Black pepper
3 cup - fresh spinach
6 ounce - marinated artichokes
½ teaspoon - garlic powder
½ teaspoon - onion powder
½ teaspoon - paprika
1 ½ cup - heavy cream
3 ounce - cream cheese
1 tablespoon - sour cream
½ cup - mozzarella cheese
1 cup - Parmesan cheese
⅛ - Reserved pasta water

Instructions

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
In a large pan over medium heat, melt butter with a dash of olive oil. Add diced onion, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Then stir in spinach and marinated artichokes.
Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and additional salt and pepper. Cook until spinach is wilted.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add cream cheese and sour cream, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
Add cooked pasta, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir to combine, adding pasta water as needed to reach a creamy consistency.
Top with more Parmesan before serving and enjoy hot.