Description
This Honey Butter Skillet Corn recipe is a quick and delicious side dish featuring sweet corn cooked in a luscious honey butter sauce with cream cheese for extra creaminess. Perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, it’s an easy, comforting addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter (salted)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 bag (16 oz) frozen corn
- 2 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Honey Butter Base: In a skillet pan over medium-high heat, melt the butter and honey together. Stir occasionally until fully combined and melted.
- Cook the Corn: Add the frozen corn to the skillet with the honey butter. Cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is fully heated and tender.
- Add Cream Cheese and Seasonings: Stir in the chunks of cream cheese, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes while stirring occasionally until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately as a warm side dish. Store any leftovers in a covered container in the fridge.
Notes
- Use salted butter as it enhances the flavor, but if using unsalted, consider adjusting salt accordingly.
- Stir frequently when adding cream cheese to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth texture.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as a comforting addition to a holiday meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Honey Butter Corn, Skillet Corn, Creamy Corn Side Dish, Easy Corn Recipe, Sweet Corn with Honey Butter
