Best 15-Minute Creamy Skillet Corn
Quick, rich, and buttery skillet corn ready in just 15 minutes.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
Corn & Dairy
- 4 cups corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.25 tsp smoked paprika optional
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives chopped
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Prep the corn by thawing frozen corn slightly or cutting fresh corn from the cob.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until foamy.
- Add corn and cook 3–4 minutes until slightly tender, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in heavy cream and milk, stir to combine, and cook 4–5 minutes until thickened.
- Season with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Optional: Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley or chives. Serve immediately.
Notes
Serve hot as a side dish for chicken, steak, or pork. Adjust creaminess with milk if desired.