Honey Butter Skillet Corn
Honey Butter Skillet Corn a delightful fusion of sweet honey, savory butter, and creamy corn. Ready in 20 minutes, this side dish is perfect for quick dinners and special occasions alike. Dive in for a golden culinary experience!
Servings: 4
Calories: 132kcal
Equipment
- Skillet or Cast Iron Pan
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Salted Butter
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 bag 16 oz Frozen Corn
- 2 ounces Cream Cheese cut into chunks
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Honey: Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the 2 tablespoons of salted butter and 2 tablespoons of honey to the skillet. Stir occasionally until the butter has melted and combined well with the honey.
- Add Corn: Pour the 16 oz bag of frozen corn into the skillet with the melted butter and honey. Stir to coat the corn evenly with the butter-honey mixture.
- Cook Corn: Continue to cook the corn, stirring occasionally for about 5-7 minutes, or until the corn is heated through and has absorbed the flavors from the butter and honey.
- Add Cream Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and add the chunks of cream cheese to the skillet. Stir gently until the cream cheese has melted and is evenly distributed throughout the corn mixture.
- Season: Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper and paprika. Stir to combine.
- Final Stir and Serve: Give the mixture one last good stir to make sure everything is well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
- Serve hot as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Notes
Reheating and Storage Information
Got leftovers? Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. When it's time for a re-run, simply reheat in a skillet over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally. It’ll taste just as scrumptious as it did on day one.Can This Be Frozen?
Yes! After letting it cool, transfer the corn into a freezer bag or container, pushing out as much air as possible. It can be your go-to side dish for up to 3 months. Remember to thaw in the fridge before reheating in a skillet.Can This Be Made Ahead Of Time?
Absolutely. If you're planning for a gathering or just like to prep meals in advance, make this dish and store it in the fridge. Reheat when ready, and it’ll be as if you made it fresh.Substitutions & Variations
Customization is the name of the game. Here are some fun twists you can try:- Vegan Delight: Swap out butter for vegan butter and cream cheese for a vegan alternative.
- Kick of Heat: Toss in some red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños for a little heat.
- Freshness Galore: Add some chopped fresh cilantro or green onions for an extra burst of flavor and color.
Helpful Cooking Notes
- Pan Choice: While I've mentioned using a skillet, a cast iron pan adds a certain depth to the flavor. If you have one, use it!
- Frozen vs. Fresh: Using frozen corn makes this dish super convenient, but if you have fresh corn on hand, by all means, use it. Just increase the cook time slightly.
- Taste as You Go: Our taste buds are wonderfully unique. Always taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.