Description

This cheesy garlic butter corn is pure comfort food, juicy golden kernels swimming in garlicky butter and melted cheese, finished with a sprinkle of herbs. A crowd-pleasing side dish that’s quick, indulgent, and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned; fresh preferred)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to sizzle. Add garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
Add the corn kernels and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender and infused with garlic butter.
Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well to evenly coat the corn.
Take the skillet off the heat and sprinkle the cheddar and Parmesan cheese over the corn. Let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese melts.
Top with chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

To spice things up, toss in diced jalapeños. Try different cheeses like gouda or mozzarella for fun variations. Great as a make-ahead side, just reheat gently on the stove before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 410mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: corn, cheesy corn, garlic butter corn, side dish, skillet corn