Spinach Artichoke Pasta

This Spinach Artichoke Pasta takes the flavors of the classic dip and transforms them into a rich, creamy pasta dish loaded with gluten-free penne pasta, spinach, artichoke hearts, parmesan cheese, and more.

This spinach artichoke pasta is super rich, creamy, and cheesy, and it's loaded with spinach and artichoke. It's a little like the dip but in pasta form, and everyone who tries it loves it.

If you've been following my blog for any amount of time, you know I love rich, creamy pasta dishes. Recipes like my Marry Me pasta, Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Penne, sour cream pasta, and Steak Pasta Alfredo make routine appearances on my table, and now I have a new one I've added to my rotation.

Serve this rich, creamy pasta with light options like a Tomato Shrimp and Cucumber Salad or vegetables like this Air Fryer Asparagus.

For dessert, try lighter options like carrot cake cookie sandwiches or coconut chocolate chip cookies.

Ingredients

See the recipe card at the end of the post for a full list of ingredients and their exact amounts.

• Pasta: Gluten-free penne is the perfect size and has a nice texture that holds on to the sauce.
• Spinach: Spinach adds a mild, earthy flavor, color, and texture.
• Aromatics: Garlic and shallots add savory flavor with mild sweetness and a bit of a bite.
• Roasted Garlic Powder: Roasted garlic powder adds deep garlic flavor. I prefer OliveNation roasted garlic powder for its deep flavor, quality, and purity. Use Code: NK15 for 15% off.
• Applewood Smoked Salt: Applewood smoked salt adds a smoky kick to the sauce while enhancing the other flavors in it. I use OliveNation applewood smoked salt. Use Code: NK15 for 15% off.
• Cream Cheese and Sour Cream: Cream cheese and sour cream add richness to the pasta sauce and that signature tang.
• Heavy Cream: This will help add a thick, smooth texture to the sauce that elevates the dish to another level.
• Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan cheese adds an earthy, nutty note and makes the sauce even creamier.
• Artichoke Hearts: Artichoke hearts add a nutty, earthy flavor to the pasta.

Flavor Variations

• Protein: Add chicken, pork, beef, or shellfish for even more flavor.
• Pasta: Your favorite short pasta will work.
• Traditional Pasta: If you don't have gluten issues, feel free to use regular pasta.
• Dairy-Free: Use plant-based versions of the butter, cream cheese, heavy cream, sour cream, and parmesan cheese.

How to Make Spinach Artichoke Pasta

Step 1: Cook the pasta according to the directions for al dente. Sauté the spinach in a large skillet until wilted.

Step 2: Remove the spinach from the pan, pour out any liquid, and sauté the minced garlic, shallots, and seasonings in butter until fragrant.

Step 3: Add the cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream and bring to a very light boil. Then, add the parmesan cheese and stir until melted.

Step 4: Once the sauce is creamy, add the artichokes, lower the heat, and simmer until they're tender and heated through. Gently mix in the spinach and cooked pasta, and enjoy!

Expert Tips

• Rinse the pasta: Use cold water after you've boiled it to stop the cooking process and ensure the pasta isn't overcooked when added to the sauce.
• Carefully cook the spinach: Only cook until wilted but still bright and vibrant. Don't cook it down until it's dark green and soggy.
• Keep at a light boil: Only bring your sauce to a very slight boil after adding the cream cheese and sour cream so you don't curdle it.
• Mix carefully: Use a folding motion to mix in the spinach and pasta to prevent breaking up the pasta.

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Spinach Artichoke Pasta

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This rich, creamy spinach artichoke pasta has all the flavor of classic spinach artichoke dip, but it's in a sauce!

5 from 34 votes

Nicole Kendrick

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 5

Calories 815 kcal

Equipment

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  Large pot
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  Large skillet

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 12 oz gluten free penne or regular pasta if no gluten allergy
• ▢ 6 tablespoon butter divided
• ▢ 2 cups spinach
• ▢ 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• ▢ 2 tablespoon shallots
• ▢ 1 teaspoon roasted garlic powder
• ▢ ½ teaspoon applewood smoked salt
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ▢ 4 oz cream cheese cubed
• ▢ 1 cup sour cream
• ▢ 1 cup heavy cream
• ▢ 1 cup parmesan cheese
• ▢ 16 oz artichoke hearts

Instructions

 

• Boil the pasta according to the directions for al dente. Then drain it and set it aside.
• Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Then, add the diced spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly until wilted. Remove the spinach from the pan and pour off any water.
• Add 4 tablespoons of butter to the same pan and saute the minced garlic, shallots, roasted garlic powder, smoked salt, pepper, and onion powder until fragrant.
• Add the heavy cream, cream cheese, and sour cream and bring to a slight boil. Then, add the parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
• Once creamy, add the artichokes and cook on medium-low for a minute.
• Add the spinach and cooked pasta, stir, and enjoy!

Notes

Storage

Refrigerate this spinach artichoke pasta for up to 4 days in an air-tight container. Because it's made with heavy cream, freezing isn't recommended.

To reheat the pasta, cook it over medium-low in a saucepan until heated through.

Tips

• Rinse the pasta with cold water after boiling it to stop the cooking process and prevent overcooking when added to the sauce.
• This recipe serves five.
• Freezing is not recommended due to the cream used in the recipe. 
• Meat lovers can add chicken, beef, pork, or seafood to the recipe. Just sear the meat and add it to the pasta at the end. 

Nutrition

Calories: 815kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 21gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 32gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 154mgSodium: 1109mgPotassium: 404mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2993IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 373mgIron: 2mg

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