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Savory Super Bowl Spinach-Artichoke Pulled Pork Bowl Recipe Easy Party Favorite

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A hearty and flavorful pulled pork bowl combined with creamy spinach and tangy artichokes, perfect for Super Bowl parties and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs pork shoulder or pork butt, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 14 oz canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Chopped fresh parsley or chives (for garnish)
  • Toasted bread, tortilla chips, or steamed rice (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice blend all over the pork shoulder thoroughly. Let it sit for 10 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven or skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side, until a deep golden crust forms.
  3. Transfer the pork to a slow cooker, pour in 1 cup chicken broth, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours. Alternatively, roast covered at 300°F for 4-5 hours in the oven.
  4. While pork cooks, thaw and squeeze excess water from frozen spinach. Chop canned artichoke hearts. In a bowl, combine spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Mix until creamy and well combined.
  5. Once pork is cooked, remove from slow cooker and shred with two forks into bite-sized pieces. Discard excess fat or bone.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large oven-safe casserole dish, mix shredded pork with the spinach-artichoke mixture until evenly combined. Spread evenly and optionally sprinkle extra mozzarella on top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is bubbly and lightly browned.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives. Serve warm with toasted bread, tortilla chips, or steamed rice.

Notes

If the spinach-artichoke mixture is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or milk before baking. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking to set. For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end but watch closely to avoid burning. To keep it gluten-free, serve over cauliflower rice or gluten-free bread. For dairy-free, use plant-based cream cheese and yogurt and skip Parmesan or use vegan cheese.

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