JojoM adapted from recipeincaption

Sweet caramelized onions, garlic, Parmesan, and chili crisp come together in this creamy spaghetti. Minimal effort, max comfort in every bite!
If you’re craving a bowl of comfort that’s creamy, garlicky, and just the right amount of spicy, this Caramelized Onion Garlic Spaghetti is the weeknight pasta for you. With slow-cooked sweet onions, punchy garlic, and a kick of chili crisp, it’s a dish that transforms simple pantry staples into something irresistible.
Minimal effort, maximum flavor—and ready in under 40 minutes! ✨

Slowly cook sliced onions in butter and olive oil for 15–20 minutes. Don’t rush—this is where the magic happens!
Add garlic, seasonings, and chili crisp. Stir in cream or coconut milk, then melt in Parmesan until creamy.
Boil spaghetti (or any pasta of choice) in salted water until al dente. Save a splash of pasta water.
Coat the pasta in the onion-garlic sauce, adding pasta water for that silky finish.
Top with extra chili crisp or parsley if you like a little extra kick 🌶️.
This pasta pairs beautifully with:
This Caramelized Onion Garlic Spaghetti with Chili Crisp Kick is creamy, spicy, and full of depth—perfect for when you want a comforting pasta dinner that doesn’t feel heavy. Whether you keep it vegetarian or add your favorite protein, this recipe is bound to become a weeknight favorite.
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Sweet caramelized onions, garlic, Parmesan, and chili crisp come together in this creamy spaghetti. Minimal effort, max comfort in every bite!

Stir onions slowly for the best caramelization—don’t rush them.
Save pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
Add shrimp, chicken, or tofu for extra protein.
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Thinly slice the onion and mince garlic.
Measure out chili crisp, Parmesan, and seasonings.
Bring cream or coconut milk to room temperature.
Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add sliced onions and cook 15–20 minutes until golden and jammy, stirring occasionally.
If onions stick, add a splash of water.
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente.
Drain, reserving some pasta water.
Stir garlic and seasonings into caramelized onions. Cook for 1 minute.
Add chili crisp, then pour in cream or coconut milk.
Simmer briefly, then stir in Parmesan until creamy.
Toss pasta in the sauce until well coated.
Add pasta water as needed for silky texture.
Serve hot with extra chili crisp and fresh parsley.
9/21/2025
And it’s vegetarian? Slay. 🌱
9/21/2025
uugh it has no protein bro forgot free will 😂
9/21/2025
Just finished making this, so good!! Thank you for the inspo.
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