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Best Ever Crab Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe

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4.7 from 56 reviews
  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This Best Ever Crab Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful appetizer perfect for gatherings and parties. Made with fresh spinach, tender lump crab meat, marinated artichokes, and a rich cheese sauce, this dip is broiled to golden perfection and topped with fresh chives for a delightful finish.

Ingredients

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Base Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard

Cheeses

  • 1 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 1 cup mozzarella (freshly shredded)

Vegetables & Seafood

  • 10 ounces baby spinach (fresh)
  • 6 ounce jar marinated artichokes (drained)
  • 1 pound lump crab meat

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon chives (finely chopped for topping)

Instructions

  1. Make the roux and sauce base: In a cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once fully melted, reduce the heat to low and whisk in the flour. Gradually add the half and half, about ¼ cup at a time, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
  2. Add flavoring and soften cream cheese: Increase heat to medium-low, then add the cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and dijon mustard. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  3. Wilt the spinach: Add a few handfuls of fresh baby spinach at a time, stirring until the first batch wilts before adding more. Continue until all spinach is incorporated and evenly coated in the sauce.
  4. Incorporate artichokes and crab meat: Reduce heat to low, then gently fold in the drained marinated artichokes and lump crab meat, taking care not to break up the crab meat lumps or the artichoke pieces.
  5. Add cheeses: Turn off the heat and stir in the freshly grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses until well mixed.
  6. Broil for a golden top: Transfer the dip to a baking dish or leave it in the cast iron skillet. Place under the broiler for 5-6 minutes or until the cheese on top is slightly browned and bubbly.
  7. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with finely chopped chives, let the dip cool slightly, then serve warm with crostini, crackers, or warm bread. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use fresh spinach for best texture and flavor; frozen spinach may release too much liquid.
  • Be gentle when mixing crab meat to keep the lumps intact for a more appealing texture.
  • Keep an eye on the dip under the broiler to avoid burning the cheese.
  • This dip can be made ahead and refrigerated; reheat covered in the oven before broiling.
  • Serve with crunchy accompaniments like crostini, crackers, or sliced baguette for best results.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Broiling
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: crab dip, spinach artichoke dip, seafood appetizer, cheesy dip, party dip, crab spinach artichoke

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