Honey Butter Skillet Corn
Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a quick and delightful side dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, transforming ordinary corn into an irresistible treat for any meal.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- 4 cups fresh corn, husked (or frozen)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped chives (optional)
- Husk fresh corn and remove silk strands. For frozen corn, measure out 4 cups without thawing.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly but not browned.
- Add the corn to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until bright yellow and fragrant.
- Drizzle in honey while stirring continuously. Cook for an additional 3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
- Garnish with chopped chives before serving warm alongside your favorite entrees.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider sprinkling chili powder or fresh herbs. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; reheat gently on the stove.