The first time I made Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Pasta, I was mostly trying to use up the pasta sitting in my fridge. It turned into a dish my kids now request by name, with the garlic making it feel like a proper sit-down dinner. Now I keep the ingredients on hand most weeks.
Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers a comforting dinner with little effort. You can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste, making it a versatile addition to your meal rotation.
Easy Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Pasta
This pasta dish features tender noodles cooked with a creamy spinach and artichoke sauce, all made in the Crockpot for a hassle-free cooking experience. The recipe takes about 4 hours on low heat and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rotini works well)
- 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Drain and chop the artichoke hearts and thaw the spinach. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine in Crockpot: In the Crockpot, add the pasta, artichokes, spinach, and the cream cheese mixture. Pour the broth over the top and stir to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or until the pasta is tender and the sauce is creamy.
- Add Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Serve: Stir the pasta before serving and enjoy hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
Whenever I make Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Pasta, I set aside a portion for lunch the next day since it seems to taste even better then. Feel free to swap in whatever vegetables you have on hand. Small changes like that are how this became a recipe I actually rely on.
