Street Corn Chicken Pasta

Name: Street Corn Chicken Pasta (Slow Cooker)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 5 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp chili lime seasoning; 8 oz cream cheese; 1 (15 oz) can Mexican style street corn, drained; 1 cup chicken broth; 16 oz rotini pasta, cooked; 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup sour cream; 3 tbsp mayonnaise; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; chili lime seasoning, for garnish; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Street Corn Chicken Pasta is a creamy, cheesy slow cooker dish combining tender chicken, Mexican-style corn, and rotini pasta with chili lime seasoning for a hands-off weeknight meal.

⚡Slow Cooker

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🏷️Comfort food

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Total

2h 5m

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$31–$51

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp chili lime seasoning
8 oz cream cheese
1 (15 oz) can Mexican style street corn, drained
1 cup chicken broth
16 oz rotini pasta, cooked
2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sour cream
3 tbsp mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
chili lime seasoning, for garnishoptional
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, choppedoptional

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Instructions

1
Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
2
Season the chicken generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili lime seasoning.
3
Top the chicken with a block of cream cheese, a can of drained Mexican style street corn, and chicken broth.
4
Cover and cook on high for 2 hours.
5
After 2 hours, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
6
Stir in the cooked pasta, shredded pepper jack cheese, heavy cream, sour cream, mayonnaise, and parmesan cheese.
7
Mix everything together until the sauce is creamy and all ingredients are well combined.
8
Garnish with an extra sprinkle of chili lime seasoning and fresh cilantro before serving.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Drain the canned corn thoroughly before adding to prevent excess liquid from diluting the cream sauce.
Add cream cheese in cubes in the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to ensure it melts smoothly without breaking.
Stir the cooked pasta in gently after the chicken is shredded to avoid breaking it apart.
Verify chicken reaches 165°F internally with a meat thermometer before shredding for food safety.

Substitutions

Mexican style street corn → regular canned corn (reduces authentic flavor but maintains texture)
Cream cheese → evaporated milk mixed with cornstarch (thinner texture, less richness)
Chili lime seasoning → tajín or a blend of chili powder, cumin, and lime zest (similar flavor profile)
Rotini → penne or elbow pasta (different texture but same cooking method)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of chicken broth to restore creaminess.

Equipment

slow cooker · meat thermometer

Common Questions

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

Yes, frozen boneless, skinless chicken breasts work in a slow cooker. Add 30-45 minutes to the cooking time to ensure the chicken cooks through completely.

What type of pasta works best?

Rotini is used in this recipe, but penne, elbow, or any short pasta shape will work. Cook pasta separately and stir in at the end to prevent mushiness.

Can I make this dairy-free?

Substitute cream cheese with dairy-free cream cheese alternative. Use a dairy-free chicken broth if needed, though this will reduce the creamy texture.

How long does this keep as leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of chicken broth to restore creaminess.

Can I double this recipe?

Yes, double all ingredients and use a larger slow cooker. Cooking time should remain the same, but check that chicken reaches 165°F internally before serving.