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I love the artichoke and spinach dip at Applebee’s so much. It is the one thing on the menu that I just can’t resist every time we stop in for dinner. Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat is highly addictive; it is the perfect flavor combination. The garlic, spinach, and artichokes are a classic trio of flavors, and then you add in the different cheeses, and it makes this recipe dynamite.

But, I hate having to place a car side to go order or making a trip in every time I get to craving this holy dip. So, I grabbed some ingredients, Instant Pot, and measuring spoons and got to work. I tested, and tested some more and created this Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebee’s Copycat Recipe. If you love their creamy dip, then you will love this recipe.

Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat

Make Applebee’s Copycat Artichoke and Spinach Dip Recipe in Under 5 Minutes

I love pulling out my Instant Pot for this recipe because I can whip this up in under 5 minutes.

Grab some chips or crusty bread, or a bread bowl, and you have the perfect evening snack or appetizer. I won’t lie, we have had some unexpected guests come over on occasions, and I have had ingredients on hand, so I whipped this dip up, and I am pretty sure they wanted to lick their plates clean. It is my go-to recipe for a quick and flavorful snackInstant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat

Pair The Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat With Pasta

Some readers and friends who have given this recipe a go, come back and tell me they added pasta to the leftover dip for a whole new dish.

I can’t believe I had never thought to do that on my own. The next time I make this, and we have leftover, I am sure to give it a try!

Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebee's Copycat
Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebee’s Copycat

Stay In And Lounge with Homemade Spinach Artichoke Dip

The winner factors are this dip taste so similar to Applebee’s you no one will know the difference. Last but not least, you can also whip this up, and then lounge on the couch binge-watching your favorite television series or stream Netflix.

I am all about comfort and relaxing after a long day, and I don’t always want to be in a crowded restaurant. I love to stay in and just have some calm and quiet after I work, and having copycat recipes that allow me the luxury of delicious dishes like restaurants makes my heart happy and my tummy full.

Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat

Can I Use Fresh Spinach Instead of Frozen

Yes. You will just need to wilt your Spinach slightly beforehand. So in a skillet add a drizzle of olive oil along with your spinach.

Allow the spinach to cook down a bit and then let it cool. Then gently try and squeeze out excess liquid before placing it in the instant pot.

If you enjoyed Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebee’s Copycat then You will also love my Crack Chicken and Jalapeno and Chicken Hot Popper Dip, Buffalo Chicken Dip all done in the Instant Pot. If you are new to the instant pot and have questions you may want to see Instant Pot Beginners Master the Pressure Cooker. Another great dip is BLT Salad it’s perfect to bring to any party.

Jalapeno Hot Popper & Chicken Instant Pot Dip
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What Ingredients Go Into Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat?

  • Frozen spinach
  • Parmesan
  • Mozzarella
  • Chicken broth
  • Artichoke hearts
  • Mayonnaise
  • Cream cheese
  • Garlic
  • Onion powder

What To Serve With Artichoke Dip

You can dip almost anything into this creamy artichoke dip! Salty tortilla chips, crackers, baguettes, pieces of cut-up French bread, all work fantastic. Or reach for something lighter like cut up peppers, celery sticks, or cucumbers.

Depending on your preference you can dip however you choose!

Can I Make This Spinach Dip Lighter

Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat

Feel free to reach for light mayonnaise, reduced-fat cream cheese to help shave off some calories.

Can I Make Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat Ahead of Time

You can make this dip ahead of time and store in the fridge until you’re all ready to serve. Then just turn the oven on and heat at 350° or until warm all the way through.

Does Artichoke Spinach Reheat Well

Yes! Simply store in the fridge in an airtight container. When ready to reheat warm up in the oven like directed above or pop in the microwave for a quick reheat!

 

I hope you all enjoy this warm dip recipe. I know my family and friends get excited every single time I make it!

Have you tried Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat?

Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat

Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebee's Copycat

Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebee's Copycat

Yield: 10
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 6 minutes

 Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebees Copycat is highly addictive; it is the perfect flavor combination. The garlic, spinach, and artichokes are a classic trio of flavors, and then you add in the different cheeses, and it makes this recipe dynamite.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 10 oz box Frozen spinach
  • 16 oz Shredded Parm cheese
  • 8 oz Shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 14 oz can artichoke hearts
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Instructions

  1.  Place 3 cloves garlic in the IP with 1/2 cup chicken broth.
  2. Drain Artichokes and pour into the pot.
  3. Place Frozen spinach, sour cream, cream cheese, mayo and onion powder in the Ip. 
  4. Place on Manual High Pressure for 4 minutes.
  5. Do a Quick Release.
  6. Stir in Cheese
  7. Transfer to a bowl and serve with corn chips or bread. This will thicken more as it cools.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 20 Serving Size: 4 oz
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 235Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 655mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 11g

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  1. Jana Williams commented

    Oh My Gosh Thank You So Much for Sharing this Amazing Artichoke & Spinach Dip Recipe, I Really Appreciate it! I Love Artichoke & Spinach Dip, Especially the Way Applebees Makes it! This is Perfect to Make for Any Occasion Really So Thanks Again for Sharing! Have a Blessed Day My Friend! – Jana

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  2. Jerry Marquardt commented

    The Instant Pot Artichoke and Spinach Dip Applebee’s Copycat recipe looks astounding. I cannot wait to taste your special recipe. I thank you so much for the directions on this delicious treat.

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  4. Amy commented

    Did you chop the garlic before adding it to the instant pot? Thanks for sharing – it looks delicious!

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  5. Jen commented

    This was great!! I did chop the garlic before adding to the pot. I also added some red pepper flakes before serving!

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  6. Shanthie commented

    Made this today! Super good. I follow recommendations to 1/2 the Parmesan cheese and it tasted great. I was wondering what the red spice included in your video but not listed as an ingredient. Thanks!

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  7. J S commented

    In the video you only put in one bag of parm cheese (6 oz) but your recipe calls for 16 oz.
    which is it? 6 oz of parm or 16 ?

    Thanks!

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  10. Anna commented

    There’s a red spice shown in the video that isn’t listed in the ingredients. What is is and how much? Thank you!

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  12. Brittany commented

    Thanks so much for this wonderful recipe. We had a death in the family this morning and I needed something quick and comforting to bring to the family while they visited and mourned. It was much appreciated and so quick too! I didn’t have much left to bring home!

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  18. Angela Blanford commented

    When you put the garlic, chicken broth do you sauté it or just keep adding the rest of ingredients
    Thanks
    Angie

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  19. Kelley commented

    Thanks for this delicious recipe! I made it for a potluck tonight and I had none left to bring home. It was cleaned out within minutes. I used two six ounce bags of parm and it was still nice and cheesy. I might cut back to just one six ounce bag next time just to be cheap.

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  23. Kathy commented

    When you say 16oz parm and 8oz mozzarella do you mean 2 cups and 1 cup? Seems like a lot if it’s based on weight. Thanks in advance.

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  24. Jess commented

    There was steam in the video when the rest of the ingredients were added. Do you put the garlic and chicken broth on sauté? Also, what is the red stuff?

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  26. Susan Haas commented

    Hi
    Making this on Christmas
    What is the red spice?
    Did you use 3 bags of Parmesan cheese for 16 oz? The video shows one bag added
    Thank you for your feedback ?
    Merry Christmas

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    • Chan commented

      People keep asking about the red spice. The only artichokes where I am come with the spice on it. It wasn’t added, it came with the artichokes.

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    • Susan Haas commented

      I doubled mine and it worked well. This recipe was bland. Needs more garlic and I’m thinking that red spice from the video? I’m going to add cayenne pepper for my next batch and see what that does

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  28. Elainster commented

    Very good close to the real applebees but next time i will use WAY less cheese!! I think 6oz – 8oz parm cheese is all you need. Was it a type-o in your recipe??

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    • Kelly commented

      In the instructions (not on the recipe note card but above it) it says to stir in immediately after the quick release.

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    • Stephanie commented

      It says to add cheese immediately after the QPR. This is listed above in her notes before the recipe page.

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  33. Sue M commented

    Just curious, did anyone else have spinach that was still partially frozen after the 4 min & QR? I just had to turn it back on for a couple minutes.

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    • Laura commented

      Yes, mine was still frozen. Next time I will use 1/2 the parm. cheese and cook maybe 2 minutes longer.

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  34. Lisa commented

    The instructions right above the nutritional facts leaves out the steps when to add the Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. I use the instructions at the very top and it worked perfectly

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  37. Colleen Baxter commented

    Love this recipe however – just noticed today – the recipe directions don’t indicate when to add the parm & mozz cheeses! ?

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  38. Cristina Smith commented

    I tried this tonight bc I was dying for some spinach artichoke dip. It did not thicken, it was basically a ball of cheese surrounded by liquid. Next time I will def. alter the cheese to broth ratio. Flavor was there though!

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  46. Erica commented

    Absolutely delicious. We loved it. The only modification we will make next time is to add a teaspoon of Tabasco because we like spicy food. Definitely will make again. Thank you!!!

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  50. Werra Watson commented

    I had SUCH a craving for this today. I could not rest until I got to the store and got my ingredients.
    The funny thing is I don’t like Spinach, Artichokes, Sour Cream or Mayonnaise but when you put them all together in this recipe it is fantastic!
    I had made this one time before today and its definitely on my list to make for the upcoming Holidays.
    Thank you for another great recipe.

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  54. Sandy commented

    I hope this is the recipe i have looked for, for years!.Someone maxe it at work and this sounds pretty close to the taste i remember. I sure hope do. You have great recipes.

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  56. Carolyn commented

    The flavor is good, but in all honesty the dip wasn’t even warm. My cream cheese was still in a block after the high pressure of 4 minutes. I ended up using the saute function to get it hot and then used the slow cook function to keep it warm.

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  57. Frank commented

    Great recipe! I read through quite a few before deciding on this one. It’s wonderful.

    I have an 8qt Instant Pot and the burn code appeared so I cancelled and added another cup of broth then restarted. The very bottom was scorched but I had anticipated that so when adding the cheese I avoided scraping the bottom. It was easy to pour into another container thus leaving scorched stuff in the pot. No problemo at all.

    We decided to put it on baked potatoes for dinner instead of chips or bread although that will happen another time. This time we added steamed broccoli on the side along with a small garden salad. Very filling and all healthy foods filled protein and calcium and vitamins and minerals.

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  58. Carol L commented

    I really appreciate that you posted this recipe. My mom & I LOVE this dip! HOWEVER I’m seriously disappointed that you aren’t answering several questions posted here with regards to cold spinach, cheese not melting, etc.. But MOSTLY about the amount of the cheese! Please answer these questions. I note that you are monitoring this post and have answered some of the questions, but NOT the ones I noted. I use organic when I can, and don’t want to ruin this recipe because I put in the wrong amount of cheese. Again, thank you so much for the work you put in replicating the wonderful S/A dip!!

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    • Michael commented

      Thank you!!! Red spice?, Can it be frozen and reheated?, Amount of parmesan cheese (comes in bags 6oz or container 10 oz). Seems like a typo but not confirmed. Excited to try but would be nice if the most asked questions were answered. Frustrated but glad you shared what should be a delicious recipe!

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      • Michael commented

        Answering my own questions. No red spice in recipe or video. I made this and it is delicious but too much so I quartered and froze. Take a container out of freezer in morning and cook at 400 for 20 minutes in afternoon. Still delicious and great to know it can be made ahead of time.

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  60. Stephanie commented

    This was delicious! Very thick and creamy. My spinach was still a little frozen when it was done too but I just stirred everything and it was just fine.

    My question is what is the best way to reheat this dip? Microwave? Instant pot on saute? Crockpot?

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  61. Meg commented

    So easy and a big hit at my party. I used one bag of grated parmesan and a bag of fresh spinach. The spinach filled the instant pot but cooked down and was just right.

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  62. Mary commented

    What can you use if you don’t have an instant pot as you call it? Can you use a crockpot? If so how long ypu let it cook?

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  63. Lindsay commented

    Hi, I was wondering what size instant pot you used to make the recipe. Does it matter what size you have? Sorry I new to the instant pot world. Thank you

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  66. Lindsey commented

    Should the parm cheese by 6oz or 16oz? When I’ve made this the taste is delicious but it is very thick. Thanks for the clarification!

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  67. Meg commented

    Fabulous and ridiculously easy. I used a bag of fresh spinach. It filled the pot but cooked down and was just right. This was so good it convinced my friend to buy an Instant Pot. 😂

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  69. Susan commented

    Hi. Reading the IP artichoke and spinach dip recipe and I have a question. One ingredient is ‘16 Oz Shredded Parm cheese ‘. Don’t you mean Grated Parmesan cheese? (In a shaker). Please clarify. Thanks.
    Susan

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  72. Holly commented

    Hi. Loved this dip. I really love Applebee’s dip and was so happy to come across it. My first time making it, everyone loved it. Someone even said they pay me to make a whole thing for them lol. I did adjust my ingredients though cause I was cooking some other dish with similar ingredients. My only question is does it matter if it frozen chopped spinach or leaf spinach? I’ve been using leaf spinach.

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  74. Kelly commented

    I took the time to read through AAAALLLL the comments to make sure I wasn’t duplicating anyone else’s question….

    Has anyone tried to add jalapeños to this? I LOVE artichoke jalapeños dip… if so, how many… fresh or canned??

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  77. MelinKaty commented

    Made this today for the game , wow! It was amazing and we topped ours with homemade pico de gallo. Off the charts . I did not use 16 oz of Parmesan, I only used 5 oz, which is what came in the container . 8 oz would be perfect . I used quartered artichoke hearts . Good stuff !

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  78. Lindsey commented

    We dumped all the leftovers over chicken breasts and baked it. BEST DINNER EVER!!! Everyone cleaned their plates and I was actually excited for leftover lunch the next day 🙂

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