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34 Artichoke Recipes That Go Beyond Spinach Dip

But don't worry, we've got an incredible spinach & artichoke dip in here too!

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three easy methods for cooking artichokes steamed, grilled, and roasted
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

What do you imagine when you think of cooking with a gorgeous artichoke? Spinach & artichoke dip, perhaps? Yeah, us too—it’s our go-to dip for everything from summer BBQs to fall game days. We’re here to tell you, though, artichokes are SO much more versatile than just for mixing with spinach, cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream (mmm). Whole artichokes are great on their own (don’t be intimidated!), or you can put artichoke hearts in everything from spring salads to hearty sandwiches to great effect. Check out our best artichoke recipes for ideas—we see more of this spiky vegetable in your future!

We imagine you are already super familiar with the wonders of spinach & artichoke dip, but just in case you’re not, you’ve gotta try ours. Want something everyone can enjoy? We've also got a vegan spinach artichoke dip that's killer. They're both proof that this is a flavor combo that shouldn’t be relegated to just dip, either. We’ve included recipes here for chicken, spinach, & artichoke pasta, spinach & artichoke-stuffed peppers, and spinach & artichoke zucchini bites, but check out our list of all our favorite spinach & artichoke-inspired recipes too.

Not a huge fan of the famed dip but still want to enjoy more artichokes in your life? Buy whole ones, and grill or roast them. (Hot tip: As you're cleaning them, keep dipping the freshly cut parts into lemon water to slow oxidization and browning.) Then pair their leaves and hearts with everything from a simple butter dip to spicy mayo (our grilled recipe has a pistachio-yogurt cream you’ll love). You could also just use store-bought artichoke hearts, canned or jarred in oil or water. We’ve included a number of antipasto salad recipes that rely on the hearts, including a vegan and chickpea-based one, as well as antipasto-inspired appetizers, like our antipasto bites and picks. They’re a great addition to Italian food too, like our Italian pasta salad, our Italian club sandwich, our angel hair pasta primavera, or our vegetarian Italian sub. Try sneaking them into any of your old standbys—they'll add a herby, briny flavor that'll make anything taste extra fresh.

Want more seasonal vegetable inspiration? Check out our favorite radish recipes, our top spring asparagus dishes, and our best rhubarb recipes too.

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How To Cook Artichokes

three easy methods for cooking artichokes steamed, grilled, and roasted
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

The thorny, rough exterior can make these thistles seem intimidating, but they can be trimmed and ready to cook in just 10 minutes. Here we cover how to clean, cook, and eat artichokes, and even included a super-simple dipping sauce. So you’re officially all out of excuses—it’s time to master the artichoke.

Find out How To Cook Artichokes here.

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Spinach Artichoke Dip

spinach artichoke dip in a cast iron skillet served with tortilla chips
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

The ultimate party app, spinach and artichoke dip deserves to be absolutely perfect. What’s so special about ours? Our recipe nails the perfect proportion of spinach to artichokes, and uses a trifecta of cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream to create the ultimate creamy texture.

Get the Spinach Artichoke Dip recipe.

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Chicken, Spinach, & Artichoke Lasagna

cheesy lasagna with layers of spinach and artichoke
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

We love spinach–artichoke anything. While we’ve already paired these flavors with gnocchi, tortellini, pasta shells, and more, making a super-cheesy chicken, spinach, and artichoke lasagna just had to happen.

Get the Chicken, Spinach, & Artichoke Lasagna recipe.

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Spinach-Artichoke Flatbread

spinach artichoke flatbread with artichokes, spinach, and ricotta
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

For this recipe, we’re turning our favorite dip into an easy yet elegant dinner in the form of a flatbread pizza that’s simple enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough to serve to guests.

Get the Spinach-Artichoke Flatbread recipe.

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Antipasto Salad

greens with salami, mozzarella balls, artichokes, cherry tomatoes, chopped pepperoncini, and olives
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

If you’re looking for a fresh addition to any picnic or a teaser to your summer dinner, look no further than this topping-focused salad. Based on the classic Italian appetizer spread, our antipasto salad has a bit of everything you’d find on a typical platter: cured meat, marinated vegetables, and of course, cheese!

Get the Antipasto Salad recipe.

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Spinach-Artichoke Buns

spinach artichoke buns
PHOTO: KATE JORDAN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

What’s the key to a game day snack that people can’t get enough of? Start with a classic, then give it a spin—here we took iconic spinach and artichoke dip and turned it into a bun. Doesn’t get much better (or more indulgent!) than that.

Get the Spinach-Artichoke Buns recipe.

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Crab Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms

crab artichoke stuffed mushrooms
Parker Feierbach

Everyone loves a good stuffed mushroom: they're easy to make and reheat, perfectly bite-sized, and ridiculously delicious. We made this version even more irresistible with the addition of sweet, tender crab, fresh green onions, and rich cream cheese. Swoon!

Get the Crab Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms recipe.

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Roasted Artichokes

roasted artichokes with lemon and garlic
PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: MICAH MORTON

After roasting, the exterior petals can be pulled off, and you can use your teeth to scrape out the delicious, tender insides. We think our simple recipe for Old Bay mayo really complements the artichoke’s lemon-herbal flavor profile, but feel free to swap in everything from tahini sauce to ketchup if you prefer.

Get the Roasted Artichokes recipe.

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Fried Buffalo Artichoke Hearts

fried buffalo artichoke hearts
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

We bet you've heard of Buffalo wings made from cauliflower or tempeh, but what about artichokes? Be still our beating hearts!

Get the Fried Buffalo Artichoke Hearts recipe.

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Vegetarian Italian Sub

vegetarian italian sub
Andrew bui

An Italian sub is the king of all sandwiches, and here we've made it vegetarian so everyone can enjoy! We subbed the meat for planks of zucchini and eggplant for heartiness, stuck with the artichoke hearts, pepperoncini, and olives to keep it classic, and added a little mayo to help bind it all together. Yum!

Get the Vegetarian Italian Sub recipe.

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Italian Pasta Salad

italian inspired pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, black olives, artichokes, and salami
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Save yourself some time and make this simple Italian dressing ahead of time! Mix it together and store it in the fridge until you're ready to serve your pasta—the flavors will meld and taste better that way too.

Get the Italian Pasta Salad recipe.

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One-Pan Creamy Spinach-Artichoke Gnocchi

one pan creamy spinach artichoke gnocchi
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

We combined everything we love about our favorite dip—spinach, artichokes, cream & cheese—with quick-cooking gnocchi, turning it into an easy meatless dinner that’s loaded with flavor. It’s easy enough for when you’re just craving comfort food (just one pan!), but fancy enough to serve to guests too.

Get the One-Pan Creamy Spinach-Artichoke Gnocchi recipe.

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Grilled Artichokes

grilled artichoke
Parker Feierbach

There's no denying the artichoke's allure: They're the roses of the vegetable kingdom. We're pairing the smoky flavors of the grill here with a cool, green pistachio-yogurt cream and adding a little bit of spice and crunch with fried garlic chips and a pistachio-sesame topping.

Get the Grilled Artichokes recipe.

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Crab Artichoke Dip

crab and artichokes in a cheesy baked dip in a cast iron dip served with toasted bread
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

When it comes to hot party dips, two reign supreme in our book: spinach and artichoke dip and hot crab dip. We love both so much that we decided: Why not combine them?

Get the Crab Artichoke Dip recipe.

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Antipasto Bites

antipasto bites
erik bernstein

These antipasto skewers are the app of our dreams. Feel free to swap your faves in and out to customize these (pepperoncinis for olives, chicken tortellini for cheese...).

Get the Antipasto Bites recipe.

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Pull-Apart Spinach-Artichoke Football

pull apart spinach artichoke football
PHOTO: KATE JORDAN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Who doesn’t want a cheesy spinach-artichoke dip encased in pizza dough on game day? Also shaped like a football?! Surround that by French dip sliders, mac and cheese pizza bites (hello, yes!), and football-shaped brownies—even if your team loses, you’ll have a winning spread to brag about.

Get the Pull-Apart Spinach-Artichoke Football recipe.

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Spinach Artichoke Zucchini Bites

spinach artichoke zucchini bites
PARKER FEIERBACH

These little guys are the perfect healthy summer appetizer. As the zucchini becomes tender, the spinach & artichoke topping gets nice and melty. If you want a little extra color on your bites, switch the oven to broil on medium and cook them a couple minutes more. (Just keep an eye on them.)

Get the Spinach Artichoke Zucchini Bites recipe.

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One-Pot Creamy Spinach Artichoke & Chicken Pasta

one pot creamy spinach artichoke and chicken pasta
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

If spinach-artichoke is one of your favorite dips, then this easy one-pot pasta is for you. The pasta cooks right in the pot with everything else, making dinner hassle-free (and still plenty cheesy!).

Get the One-Pot Creamy Spinach Artichoke & Chicken Pasta recipe.

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Spinach-Stuffed Chicken Breast

bacon and spinach stuffed chicken
Erik Bernstein

Hasselback your chicken by cutting shallow slits into your chicken breasts (don't cut all the way through!) and stuff each slit with bacon and a creamy spinach & artichoke filling.

Get the Spinach-Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe.

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Air Fryer Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breasts

air fryer spinach and artichoke stuffed chicken breast
Joel goldberg

Spinach and artichoke dip is one of our all-time faves. We love it so much, we stuffed it inside boneless, skinless chicken breasts for crazy-tasty results. Not to mention, the creamy, cheesy filling keeps the lean chicken super-moist and tender, even in the air fryer.

Get the Air Fryer Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe.

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