Description

This Best Ever Crab Spinach Artichoke Dip combines creamy, cheesy goodness with tender crab meat, fresh spinach, and marinated artichokes. It’s a rich and savory appetizer perfect for parties, gatherings, or cozy nights in, featuring a perfectly browned top after broiling for a deliciously gooey and flavorful dip.

Ingredients

Scale

Dairy & Butter

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup half and half
4 ounces cream cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 cup mozzarella, freshly shredded

Vegetables & Herbs

10 ounces baby spinach, fresh
6 ounces jar marinated artichokes, drained
1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped for topping

Seafood

1 pound lump crab meat

Pantry & Condiments

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Instructions

Make the roux: In a cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once fully melted, reduce heat to low and whisk in the flour. Slowly add the half and half quarter cup at a time, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
Add flavorings and cream cheese: Increase heat to medium-low, then add the cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce is smooth.
Incorporate spinach: Add baby spinach in batches, stirring after each addition until the spinach wilts down. Continue adding spinach until all is incorporated and evenly coated with the sauce.
Mix in crab and artichokes: Lower the heat to low, then gently fold in the drained marinated artichokes and lump crab meat, being careful not to break them up. Stir just enough to coat evenly.
Add cheeses: Turn off the heat and stir in the freshly grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses thoroughly until fully combined.
Broil the dip: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish or leave it in the cast iron skillet. Place under a broiler for 5-6 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and lightly browned.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle finely chopped chives on top. Let the dip cool slightly, then serve warm with crostini, crackers, or warm bread. Enjoy!

Notes

Use lump crab meat for a superior texture and flavor.
If you don’t have a broiler-safe skillet, transfer the dip to an oven-safe dish before broiling.
For extra zing, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the sauce.
Freshly grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella melt better and provide a richer flavor than pre-grated options.
Serve with a variety of dippers like baguette slices, pita chips, or vegetable sticks for versatility.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Stovetop and Broiling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (about 1/2 cup)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0.3g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 85mg

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