Name: Honey Butter Skillet Corn Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons salted butter; 2 (10-oz.) packages frozen corn, thawed, or 4½ cups fresh corn kernels (from 5 ears); 2 oz. (about ¼ cup) cream cheese, cut into pieces (from 1 [8-oz.] package); 2 tablespoons honey; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh chives or scallions, plus more for garnish

Description

This Honey Butter Skillet Corn recipe is a quick and delicious side dish that combines sweet honey, creamy butter, and tender corn kernels. Enhanced with cream cheese and fresh chives, it offers a rich, comforting flavor perfect for complementing any meal. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy way to elevate simple corn into a flavorful skillet dish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 tablespoons salted butter
2 (10-oz.) packages frozen corn, thawed, or 4½ cups fresh corn kernels (from 5 ears)
2 oz. (about ¼ cup) cream cheese, cut into pieces (from 1 [8-oz.] package)
2 tablespoons honey
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh chives or scallions, plus more for garnish

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Instructions

Melt Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and slightly foaming, preparing the base for cooking the corn.
Cook the Corn: Add the thawed frozen corn or fresh corn kernels to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3–5 minutes until the corn is heated through and develops a light golden-brown color, enhancing its natural sweetness.
Add Cream Cheese: Stir in the cream cheese pieces and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the cream cheese has melted completely and coats the corn evenly, creating a creamy texture.
Add Honey and Seasonings: Pour in the honey, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the honey to melt into the corn mixture and infuse a sweet glaze throughout.
Finish and Serve: Stir in the thinly sliced fresh chives or scallions, then remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the corn to a serving dish and garnish with additional chives or scallions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the sweet, buttery flavor.

Notes

You can use fresh corn in season for a fresher taste or thawed frozen corn for convenience.
Adjust honey quantity to your preference for sweetness.
Use salted butter to ensure balanced seasoning; if using unsalted, add a pinch more salt.
Fresh chives and scallions can be substituted depending on availability.
This dish pairs well with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as a comforting vegetarian side.