Olive Garden Artichoke and Spinach Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor—this Olive Garden-style spinach artichoke dip is the perfect warm appetizer for chips, bread, or veggies. Great for parties or cozy nights in!
Servings: 10
Ingredients
- 16 ounces roasted garlic Alfredo sauce if using homemade, measure out 2 cups
- 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- ½ cup freshly grated Romano cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese low-moisture whole milk , freshly shredded
- 28 ounces artichoke hearts drained, rinsed, and chopped
- 16 ounces fresh spinach steamed (or substitute with 10 ounces frozen spinach)
- ½ cup half and half optional, for a thinner dip
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, warm 16 ounces roasted garlic Alfredo sauce until heated through.
- Add 8 ounces cream cheese to the sauce. Stir continuously until fully melted and smooth. Use a fork or whisk to break up any lumps for a creamy consistency.
- Add ½ cup freshly grated Romano cheese, ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 cups mozzarella cheese, stirring until they are completely melted and well combined.
- Stir in 28 ounces artichoke hearts, followed by the steamed spinach. Mix until evenly distributed and heated through.
- If the dip is too thick, gradually add up to ½ cup half and half, stirring until smooth and warmed through.
- Transfer the dip to a serving dish and enjoy with tortilla chips, pita chips, fresh bread, or vegetables. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For an extra cheesy, golden finish, sprinkle the top with additional mozzarella and broil for 2–3 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned. Keep a close eye to avoid burning!
Notes
- Refrigerate – Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat – Warm gently in a saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently, or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
- ❌ Do not freeze – The dairy-based sauce may separate and change texture after thawing.
Nutrition
Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 990mg | Potassium: 327mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4789IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 307mg | Iron: 1mg