Honey Butter Skillet Corn Recipe

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Honey Butter Skillet Corn Recipe 🌽🍯

Sweet, buttery, and creamy—this Honey Butter Skillet Corn is the ultimate comfort side dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or any time you want a quick and flavorful corn dish, it combines tender corn kernels with rich butter, a touch of honey, and creamy cheese for an irresistible flavor.

Ingredients

For the Skillet Corn:

  • 2 tablespoons butter (salted preferred)

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 3 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)

  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh chopped parsley or chives for garnish

Directions

1. Heat the Skillet

  1. Place a medium skillet over medium heat.

  2. Add the butter and allow it to melt completely, coating the pan evenly.

2. Add Honey and Corn

  1. Stir in the honey until fully combined with the melted butter.

  2. Add the corn kernels to the skillet, tossing to coat them with the honey-butter mixture.

  3. Cook for 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is heated through and slightly caramelized.

3. Incorporate Cream Cheese

  1. Lower the heat slightly and add the softened cream cheese to the skillet.

  2. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts into the corn, creating a creamy, luscious texture.

  3. Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.

4. Serve

  • Transfer the corn to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh parsley or chives for color and extra flavor.

  • Serve immediately while warm as a side dish to roasted meats, grilled chicken, or pork chops.

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