Spaghetti Crémeux au Poulet Grillé

Here’s a rich, comforting, and elegant take on a pasta favorite: Spaghetti Crémeux au Poulet Grillé — creamy spaghetti with tender grilled chicken, laced with garlic, herbs, and a velvety cream sauce. It’s French-inspired in name and texture, but simple and familiar enough for weeknight dinner or casual entertaining.

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🍝 Spaghetti Crémeux au Poulet Grillé

(Creamy Spaghetti with Grilled Chicken)

🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
🍽️ Serves: 4

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🧾 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp dried thyme or herbes de Provence

• Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Pasta:

• 12 oz (340g) spaghetti

• Salted water, for boiling

For the Cream Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small shallot, finely chopped (or 1/4 onion)

• 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)

• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (or crème fraîche for a richer flavor)

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Gruyère cheese

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)

• Optional: zest of 1 lemon or a squeeze of lemon juice

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🔥 Instructions

1. Grill the Chicken:

1. Rub chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.

2. Grill in a pan or on a grill for 6–7 minutes per side, until cooked through.

3. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

2. Cook the Pasta:

• Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

• Cook spaghetti until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.

3. Make the Sauce:

1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

2. Add garlic and shallot; sauté until soft and fragrant (2–3 minutes).

3. Deglaze with wine; simmer until reduced by half.

4. Stir in cream and simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened slightly.

5. Add cheese, season with salt and pepper, and stir until smooth.

4. Combine:

• Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce, toss gently.

• Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen.

• Top with sliced grilled chicken and herbs.

• Add lemon zest or juice if desired for brightness.

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📝 Tips:

• For extra depth, add a spoonful of Dijon mustard or a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce.

• Swap chicken for shrimp or mushrooms for variation.

• Want it extra creamy? Stir in a dollop of cream cheese or mascarpone at the end.

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