Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Chicken

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If you love spinach artichoke dip, prepare yourself… because this Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta is about to become your new weeknight obsession. It’s creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor! We love this over pasta, but it’s also delicious with rice, potatoes, or roasted veggies.

Picture it: Tender chicken cooks low and slow with garlic, onions, chicken broth and Italian seasoning, then gets tossed in the dreamiest spinach-artichoke cream sauce. Spoon it all over spaghetti, shower it with extra Parmesan, and you’ve got a dinner that tastes like it came from a restaurant… with minimum effort. When I say this is the juiciest chicken- oh my! It is melt in your mouth!

This is one of those meals the whole family devours — and it reheats beautifully, making it perfect for leftovers or meal prep. It’s a weeknight dinner winner!

Why You’ll Love It

• Dump, cook, and walk away. The slow cooker handles most of the magic.
• Spinach artichoke dip vibes… but dinner. Creamy, savory, and so satisfying.
• Kid-friendly and veggie-packed. A win in every direction.
• Perfect for busy weeknights. No babysitting a skillet or pot.

What You’ll Need

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• Crock Pot- 6 quart or larger
• Boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
• Chicken stock (or broth)
• Onion + garlic
• Seasonings- salt, pepper, Italian seasoning (optional- crushed red pepper)
• Can artichoke hearts
• Cream cheese
• Heavy cream
• Grated Parmesan cheese + extra for serving
• Fresh spinach
• Cooked spaghetti for serving
• 1 lemon

How To Make It

1. Build the flavor base

Spray your crock pot with nonstick spray. Pour in the chicken stock, then place the chicken breasts, diced onion, and garlic on top. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

2. Let the slow cooker do the work.

Cook on low for 5 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily pulls apart. Remove the chicken and set aside — you can slice or shred it, depending on what you like. (I like to slice it)

3. Make the creamy spinach artichoke sauce.

To the crock pot, add:

• Drained artichoke hearts
• Cream cheese
• Heavy cream
• Parmesan cheese
• Spinach

Stir everything together, cover, and cook on high for 15 minutes while you cook the spaghetti.

4. Finish the sauce

Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and velvety. Squeeze in the juice of 1 lemon for brightness. Taste and add more salt, pepper or crushed red pepper, if needed.

5. Return the chicken

Add the sliced (or shredded) chicken back into the creamy spinach artichoke sauce.

6. Enjoy!

Spoon over warm spaghetti and finish with extra Parmesan. Enjoy every cozy, creamy bite!

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Variations

• Swap the pasta: Try fettuccine, penne, or even egg noodles.
• Go lower carb: Serve the chicken and sauce over cauliflower rice or roasted veggies.
• Add heat: A pinch of red pepper flakes adds great flavor.
• Use thighs instead: Boneless chicken thighs work beautifully and stay extra juicy.
• Make it heartier: Stir in cooked bacon or sun-dried tomatoes at the end.

FAQ’s

Can I use frozen chicken?

For food safety reasons, it’s best to use thawed chicken in the slow cooker.

Does this reheat well?

Yes! Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days. The sauce thickens in the fridge — add a splash of broth or cream when reheating.

Can I make this dairy-free?

You can substitute dairy-free cream cheese, dairy-free milk, and nutritional yeast in place of Parmesan, but the flavor will be slightly different.

Can I cook the pasta directly in the crock pot?

For best texture, cook the pasta separately. Slow cookers can make pasta mushy.

Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh?

Yep! Use about 1 to 1½ cups of frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry.

Cozy Crock Pot Recipes

• Slow Cooker Porcupine Meatballs
• Chicken Parmesan Soup
• Creamy Mushroom Pork Chops
• Chicken and Stuffing
• Crock Pot Cheesy BBQ Meatloaf
• French Onion Pot Roast

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