Spinach Artichoke Casserole

This Spinach Artichoke Casserole recipe is a little decadent! You can’t even tell this cheesy, savory, spicy recipe is gluten free! Mac and cheese meets spinach and artichoke dip, topped with parmesan and jalapenos for a spicy kick to this creamy pasta bake.

Artichoke casserole in a white baking dish alongside a box of Catelli gluten free Fusilli pasta

Spinach Artichoke Casserole

Artichoke casserole is basically mac and cheese combined with a creamy spinach artichoke dip, then baked until the top and edges are crispy and the inside is melty and gooey.

If you’re a fan of comfort meals like this One Pot Pierogi Casserole Bake or my Southern Chicken and Rice Casserole, you’ll love this gluten free pasta bake.

Spinach artichoke casserole in a white baking dish

Why You’ll Love This Artichoke Casserole

  • Gluten Free – Even those with dietary restrictions can enjoy this spinach pasta bake since it’s made with gluten free noodles!
  • Comforting – Pasta, cheese, and a creamy sauce make this creamy pasta bake decadent, rich, and super comforting on cold nights.
  • Spicy – Just the perfect amount of heat, thanks to the jalapenos in this recipe, gives depth to the flavor profile to round out the cheese and spinach.
Catelli gluten free noodles are used in a creamy pasta bake

How to Make This Creamy Pasta Bake

Cook Pasta

While you preheat your oven, cook your pasta according to the package directions.

I recommend Catelli any time you need gluten free noodles. Catelli has a large line of gluten free pasta including lasagne, penne rigate, fusilli, macaroni, spaghetti, and spaghettini. I used the fusilli for this spinach artichoke casserole.

Sauce ingredients for gluten free pasta bake in a saucepan

Make Spinach Artichoke Jalapeno Sauce

The sauce is what really makes this artichoke casserole. It’s actually a slight variation of my favorite spinach and artichoke dip recipe from Natasha’s Kitchen, and the texture works wonderfully with this spinach pasta bake.

In a medium pot, over medium heat add the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, butter, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted.

Add the bell pepper, jarred jalapenos, spinach, artichoke hearts, and garlic. Stir to combine and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes. Set aside.

Noodles being dumped into a baking dish to make a spinach pasta bake

Layer the Spinach Pasta Bake

Drain the cooked pasta, then add it to a greased baking dish.

Pour your spinach artichoke jalapeno dip over the warm noodles and stir to combine, then spread everything evenly across the bottom of your baking dish.

Top with remaining Parmesan cheese and bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!

Artichoke casserole mixed and ready to bake

FAQs About This Gluten Free Pasta Bake

Why do you recommend Catelli Gluten Free Fusilli for this recipe?

I wanted this recipe to feel like an “adult mac and cheese” and I thought the nooks and crannies in the fusilli pasta would be the perfect place for all the yummy sauce to hide.

I also like that the gluten free pasta from Catelli doesn’t taste dense and heavy, which makes it perfect for serving anyone. You can’t even tell it’s gluten free!

Top view of baked creamy pasta bake

Can You Make This Recipe Without Using Gluten Free Pasta?

Of course! If you do not have a gluten intolerance, you’re welcome to make this gluten free pasta bake with all the gluten you want!

You’re also not required to use fusilli pasta. This pasta would be delicious with pasta shells, bowtie pasta, or penne as well.

Closeup of spinach pasta bake in a bowl

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Spinach Artichoke Jalapeno Bake. This gluten free spinach artichoke pasta recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Mac and cheese meets spinach and artichoke dip, topped with parmesan and jalapenos. | thebewitchinkitchen.com
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Spinach Artichoke Jalapeno Bake

This gluten free spinach artichoke pasta recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Mac and cheese meets spinach and artichoke dip, topped with parmesan and jalapenos.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword baked pasta, casserole, pasta, Spinach Artichoke Jalapeno Bake
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Calories 738kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 box Catelli Gluten Free Fusilli

For the sauce:

  • 1 cup light cream cheese 250g
  • 2 cups greek yogurt I used 0%
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups parmesan cheese reserve 1/2 cup for topping.
  • 1 red pepper diced
  • 300 g spinach thawed and excess liquid squeezed with paper towel
  • 1/4 cup jarred jalapenos
  • 1 can artichoke hearts drained (380ml)
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook the pasta according to box instructions, while you cook the sauce.

For the spinach artichoke jalapeno sauce:

  • In a medium pot, over medium heat add the cream cheese, greek yogurt, butter, and 1 1/2 cups of the parmesan cheese. Stir until melted.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and let simmer for roughly five minutes, enough to let the garlic and jalapenos do their thing.

Arrange the pasta bake:

  • Drain the pasta and add to a casserole dish sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • Pour the spinach artichoke jalapeno sauce over the fusilli and combine.
  • Top with remaining 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese and toss it in the oven for 30 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 738kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 1080mg | Potassium: 553mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 6965IU | Vitamin C: 58.1mg | Calcium: 597mg | Iron: 3.2mg
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Spinach Artichoke Jalapeno Bake. This gluten free spinach artichoke pasta recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Mac and cheese meets spinach and artichoke dip, topped with parmesan and jalapenos. | thebewitchinkitchen.com

This recipe has been sponsored by my friends over at Catelli. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

Spinach Artichoke Jalapeno Bake. This gluten free spinach artichoke pasta recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Mac and cheese meets spinach and artichoke dip, topped with parmesan and jalapenos. | thebewitchinkitchen.com

9 comments on “Spinach Artichoke Casserole”

  1. 5 stars
    Love that you mixed jalapenos into this recipe – sounds seriously scrumptious! I might even add in some rotisserie chicken and call it a full meal – yum!! Pinned!

  2. This would go fast in my house, and I love the suggestion to add some chicken for a meal. Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday!

  3. Pinned and shared on Twitter because it looks so good!! Hope to see you back at #HomeMattersParty again!

  4. I love spinach artichoke everything. Gosh, this looks amazing! Thanks for sharing this! Thanks for linking up with Delicious Dishes Recipe Party!

  5. 5 stars
    I love all the ingredients in this dish! Going to have to save for later… Thanks for linking up with us at Welcome Home Wednesdays, hope you’ll link up with us again this week!

  6. Would this freeze well?

  7. This is very good, one thing that I did differently was to add some pasta water.  I felt the sauce was too thick.

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