Description
Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a creamy, sweet, and buttery side dish that’s incredibly easy to prepare. Made with tender corn kernels sautéed in a luscious blend of butter and honey, then enriched with cream cheese, this dish offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Ideal for pairing with grilled meats or serving as a festive holiday side, it brings comfort and a touch of indulgence to any meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 (16 oz) bag frozen corn or 3 cups fresh corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter and honey: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and honey together, stirring constantly to ensure they combine smoothly without burning.
- Cook the corn: Add the corn to the skillet and sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the corn is heated through and develops lightly golden spots for added flavor.
- Add cream cheese: Lower the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until it melts completely, creating a creamy texture that coats the corn evenly.
- Season and finish: Season the mixture with salt and black pepper according to taste. Remove the skillet from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm immediately.
Notes
- This dish pairs perfectly with grilled meats or as a sweet-savory holiday side.
- For an extra rich and creamy version, add a splash of heavy cream along with the cream cheese.
- If using fresh corn, make sure to cut kernels off the cob before cooking.
- Chopped fresh parsley adds a bright color and fresh flavor but is optional.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
