Yum! Savory Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas are a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful twist on the classic dip — tucked into crispy tortillas. They’re perfect as a snack, appetizer, or even a light meal.
Here’s the full recipe in detail:
Savory Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas
Ingredients (Makes 4 quesadillas / Serves 4)
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
- 1 ½ cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 1 cup frozen, thawed & squeezed dry)
- 1 cup canned or jarred artichoke hearts, drained & chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack (or cheddar for stronger flavor)
- 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for creaminess)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing spinach)
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for spice)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Butter or cooking spray (for toasting tortillas)
Instructions
1. Make the Spinach-Artichoke Filling
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Transfer to a bowl and mix with artichokes, cream cheese, sour cream, and mayo.
- Stir in mozzarella, Monterey Jack, chili flakes, salt, and pepper until creamy.
2. Assemble the Quesadillas
- Place 4 tortillas on a flat surface.
- Spread spinach-artichoke mixture evenly on each tortilla.
- Top with a little extra cheese (for that gooey melt).
- Place remaining tortillas on top to form quesadillas.
3. Cook the Quesadillas
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Lightly butter or spray with oil.
- Cook quesadillas 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Press gently with a spatula to seal while cooking.
4. Serve
- Slice into wedges and serve hot with:
- Salsa or pico de gallo ️
- Sour cream or ranch
- Guacamole
Tips & Variations
- Extra cheesy: Add a layer of Parmesan inside for a sharper bite.
- Protein boost: Add shredded chicken or cooked bacon.
- Low-carb version: Use low-carb tortillas or make as lettuce wraps.
- Party style: Make mini quesadillas with small tortillas for finger food.
✨ These Spinach Artichoke Quesadillas are crispy on the outside, creamy and cheesy inside — the perfect fusion of snack and comfort food!