JojoM adapted from recipeincaption

This garlic chili oil spaghetti (aka aglio e olio) is garlicky, spicy, and silky smooth. A quick Italian pasta dinner ready in just 20 minutes.
Looking for a pasta dish that’s simple, bold, and ready in minutes? This garlic chili oil spaghetti (known as aglio e olio in Italian) is your new weeknight hero. Made with just a few pantry staples—garlic, olive oil, chili flakes, and parsley—it delivers an irresistible balance of garlicky richness, spicy warmth, and silky smooth texture.
Whether you’re cooking for yourself or whipping up a quick dinner for two, this pasta is guaranteed to satisfy without the fuss. 🙌
Plate immediately and top with a sprinkle of Parmesan or lemon zest if desired. ✨
This pasta pairs beautifully with:
This garlic chili oil spaghetti proves that Italian cuisine shines through its simplicity. With only a handful of ingredients and less than half an hour in the kitchen, you’ll have a comforting, restaurant-worthy dish ready to enjoy.
👉 Save this recipe for your next quick weeknight dinner or when you’re craving something garlicky, spicy, and deeply satisfying.
This garlic chili oil spaghetti (aka aglio e olio) is garlicky, spicy, and silky smooth. A quick Italian pasta dinner ready in just 20 minutes.

Use fresh garlic and slice it evenly for the best flavor.
Toss pasta continuously to create a silky emulsion.
Adjust chili flakes to control spice level.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook spaghetti until al dente.
Reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta water, then drain.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low.
Add sliced garlic and parsley stem, cooking until garlic is lightly golden.
Stir in chili flakes and a pinch of salt for 30 seconds, then remove parsley stem.
Remove skillet from heat, add 1/2 cup pasta water, and whisk to emulsify.
Return to medium-low, add spaghetti, and toss with tongs for 1–2 minutes.
Drizzle in extra olive oil and pasta water as needed until sauce is silky.
Stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning.
Plate immediately, topping with lemon zest and Parmesan if desired.
9/19/2025
I WILL be making this. Looks so good!
9/19/2025
Too much garlic for me, but still tasty.
9/19/2025
Just made this and it’s delicious! Simple but really yummy.
9/19/2025
This was such a staple for years in our household!
9/18/2025
Eight garlic cloves? You trying to kill a vampire? 😂
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Serving Size: 1 plate
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