Honey Butter Skillet Corn

Description

Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a quick, creamy, and slightly sweet side dish that comes together in under 15 minutes. Sweet corn kernels are sautéed in rich butter, drizzled with golden honey, and finished with a touch of cream for a luscious, silky texture. This recipe is a perfect companion to grilled meats, barbecue, or holiday feasts — and it’s so good, you might just eat it straight from the pan.

📝 Ingredients for Honey Butter Skillet Corn

• 4 cups frozen corn (or fresh, cut from 5–6 ears)

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• 3 tbsp honey

• ¼ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Corn

   • If using frozen corn, thaw slightly and pat dry to prevent excess water in the skillet.

2. Melt the Butter

   • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until slightly foamy.

3. Add the Corn

   • Stir in the corn and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and lightly golden in spots.

4. Add Honey & Cream

   • Reduce heat to low. Stir in honey and heavy cream. Mix well to coat every kernel.

5. Season & Serve

   • Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

   • Serve warm as a side dish.

📌 Notes

• You can use canned corn (drained well) if fresh or frozen isn’t available.

• For a more savory twist, add a pinch of smoked paprika or garlic powder.

• Adjust honey depending on the sweetness of your corn.

• This dish reheats well — just add a splash of cream or milk when reheating to restore creaminess.

💡 Tips for Success

• Don’t skip the butter — it’s the base of the flavor.

• If using fresh corn, roast or grill it first for extra depth.

• Keep the heat medium-low after adding cream to prevent curdling.

• For a creamier dish, mash a few corn kernels while cooking.

🍽 Servings

Serves 4–6 people as a side dish.

📊 Nutritional Information (Per Serving, based on 6 servings)

• Calories: ~190 kcal

• Protein: 3g

• Fat: 11g

• Saturated Fat: 6g

• Carbohydrates: 23g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugars: 10g

• Sodium: 210mg

🌿 Health Benefits

• Corn is a good source of fiber, supporting digestion.

• Honey offers natural sweetness with trace antioxidants.

• Butter & cream add healthy fats for satiety (when enjoyed in moderation).

• Naturally gluten-free and can be made vegetarian.

❓ Q & A

Q1: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Cook it fully, cool, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream.

Q2: Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes — replace butter with vegan butter and cream with coconut cream.

Q3: What main dishes pair well with this?
It’s perfect with BBQ chicken, grilled steak, roast turkey, or baked salmon.

Q4: Can I freeze it?
Freezing is not recommended for cream-based corn — the texture may split when thawed.

Q5: How can I make it spicier?
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños when sautéing the corn.