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Rustic grilled sandwich with crispy bread and a rich, creamy spinach filling fresh from the pan.

Spinach Artichoke Grilled Cheese Recipe

A crispy, creamy grilled cheese made with sourdough bread, spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, and garlic seasoning.
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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Spinach Artichoke Grilled Cheese Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 4 slices sourdough bread or preferred bread
  • 4 tbsp butter softened
  • ½ c cream cheese softened
  • ½ c shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ c shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ½ c cooked spinach fresh or frozen, well-drained
  • ½ c artichoke hearts canned or jarred, drained and chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Filling

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, shredded Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using.
  • Mix until the ingredients are evenly combined.
  • Add the cooked spinach and chopped artichoke hearts.
  • Stir until the filling is fully incorporated.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.

Step 2: Butter the Bread

  • Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
  • The buttered sides should face outward when assembling the sandwiches.

Step 3: Assemble the Sandwiches

  • Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean work surface.
  • Spread a generous portion of the spinach artichoke filling onto the unbuttered side of each slice.
  • Top each filled slice with the remaining bread slices, keeping the buttered sides facing outward.

Step 4: Heat the Skillet

  • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
  • Allow the pan to warm evenly before adding the sandwiches.

Step 5: Cook the Sandwiches

  • Place the prepared sandwiches in the heated skillet.
  • Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown.
  • Carefully flip each sandwich.
  • Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until the second side is golden brown and the cheese filling is melted and heated through.

Step 6: Serve

  • Transfer the sandwiches to a cutting board.
  • Allow them to rest for 1 minute before slicing.
  • Slice in half and serve hot.

Notes

To make this Spinach Artichoke Grilled Cheese Recipe gluten-free, replace the sourdough bread with certified gluten-free bread. Verify that the cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, butter, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, canned or jarred artichoke hearts, and all seasonings are gluten-free. If using frozen spinach, confirm that it contains no gluten-based additives. Use a clean skillet, utensils, and prep surface to prevent cross-contamination.