There’s something undeniably comforting about warm, creamy pasta fresh from the oven. Especially when it’s full of intense, smoky flavor and just the right amount of heat. this Baked Street Corn Pasta Inspired by the irresistible taste of Mexican street corn, we transformed it into a hearty and satisfying meal that can feed a crowd with minimal effort.
And the best part? Most don’t touch it. Once everything is in the baking dish, the oven does the heavy lifting.
Think of your favorite street corn in pasta form. Char-grilled, slightly sweet and slightly tangy, topped with fresh herbs and cheese. Now imagine that flavor in a creamy pasta dish with juicy chicken and roasted vegetables. The result is a comforting pasta casserole with fresh, vibrant flavors.
Don’t skip the toppings! The finishing touch to this grilled street corn pasta is queso fresco, jalapenos, cilantro, and a drizzle of vinegar. It adds brightness and texture that really balances beautifully with the richness of this pasta.
materials needed
- chicken breast: Chicken breast contains plenty of protein, making it a light, hearty and satisfying pasta. While it cooks, it absorbs all the flavors around it, making every bite juicy and flavorful.
- Carve Diem Rotini Pasta: The spiral shape of these rotinis makes them perfect for maintaining the creamy, savory elements of bread. It’s also a higher-fiber, lower-net-carb option than traditional pasta, giving dishes a bit more balance without sacrificing texture. Yum!
- fire roasted corn: A subtle smokiness and natural sweetness are added, giving the pasta a “street corn” character. It also brings a pop of color!
- red bell pepper: Fresh and slightly sweet red bell pepper adds freshness and crunchiness.
- green sauce: This is where the magic happens. Salsa Verde provides a tangy, zesty flavor that brings out the best flavor in your dish without adding any extra steps. Dump a jar of salsa verde right into your baking dish!
- chicken broth: Chicken broth allows you to cook pasta directly in the dish and adds a nutty flavor. While baking, everything stays moist and the seasoning infuses.
- cream cheese: The key to the creamy texture of this pasta is the cream cheese melting into the smooth, rich sauce to coat all the ingredients. Place a dollop of cream cheese in the center of the baking dish and let it do its thing.
- Jalapeño Topping: Toppings are what brings this dish to life at the end. The combination of crunchy queso fresco, smoky fire-roasted corn, fresh cilantro, and sliced jalapenos adds brightness and just the right amount of heat.
My Favorite High Fiber Pasta
When it comes to baked pasta dishes like this, the type of pasta you choose really matters. Especially if you’re looking for high-fiber pasta that tastes like the real thing. Carve diem rotini pasta is the pasta I keep coming back to.
First, let’s talk about texture. The spiral shape of Rotini is designed to stick to any sauce, which is exactly what you want in a creamy, flavorful bread like this. Each flip traps salsa verde, melted cream cheese, and smoky corn so you get a perfect coating every time. It’s seriously so delicious.
But what really sets this pasta apart is what’s going on beyond the taste. Carbe Diem is real wheat pasta with a more balanced nutritional profile (so it actually tastes like pasta). With 55% fewer net carbs, 110 calories per serving, and a significant increase in fiber (approximately 24 grams per serving) compared to leading traditional pasta brands, this pasta recipe option is easy to incorporate into your daily meals.
So you’re still enjoying the comfort food moment, but there’s more staying power and a little more intention behind it. It’s the kind of exchange that doesn’t feel like a compromise. In my opinion, this is the point!
How to Make Roasted Street Corn Pasta
First, preheat the oven and season the chicken directly in the baking dish. No additional fan required. Add Carbe Diem pasta, vegetables, salsa verde, and stock, then place a whole block of cream cheese in the center.
After baking in a covered dish, everything gets soft and starts to come together. The cover is then removed and the Carbe Diem pasta is baked, allowing all the flavors to come together to finish the dish. Finally, stirring in the melted cream cheese transforms the dish into the creamiest, most delicious street corn pasta bread.
While the Carbe Diem pasta is cooking, mix together the jalapeño topping. This simple step makes a big difference. Sprinkle it over the Carve Diem pasta right before serving.
Top Tips for Success
- Don’t miss your break: Letting the pasta sit for about 10 minutes before eating will help the sauce thicken and stick to each bite.
- Fire-roasted corn with a classic street corn flavor.: If you find it, try it. It has a subtle smoky flavor reminiscent of traditional street corn. That said, if you can’t find fire-roasted corn, regular frozen corn will work just fine.
- Customize your columns: Do you like spices? Save the jalapeño seeds. Prefer something mild? Eliminate it or use less.
- Any green salsa will work.: Use your favorite salsa verde in a bottle or make your own.
More Pasta Recipes
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces, season with salt and pepper, and place in a 9×13 baking dish.
Remove ¼ cup of the corn and set aside, then stir the pasta, corn, peppers, onion, salsa, and chicken broth into the baking dish. Make a hole in the center of the ingredients and place the cream cheese brick in the center.
Cover the dish and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove from oven after 30 minutes. Remove the cover and mix the ingredients around the cream cheese well. Do not stir the cream cheese. Return the uncovered dish to the oven and bake for another 30 minutes.
While the pasta is baking in the oven, mix the topping ingredients in a small bowl.
Remove the baked bread from the oven and mix the cheese with the remaining ingredients until creamy and lump-free. Let sit for at least 10 minutes or until excess liquid is absorbed. Top the baked pasta with the cilantro mixture and serve.
- I used fire-roasted corn in this recipe. If you can’t get fire-roasted corn, any frozen corn will work great.
- Any green salsa will work for this recipe.
calorie: 441 calorie, carbohydrate: 44 g, protein: 29 g, province: 17 g, fiber: 4 g, sugar: 6 g
Nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as estimates.
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Carbe Diem. We have been compensated and all opinions are our own. Thank you for supporting Fit Foodie Finds!
