Creamy Mexican Corn on the Skillet
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of **Creamy Mexican Corn on the Skillet**, a vibrant twist on classic street corn that's loaded with bold, creamy goodness. This quick and easy side dish features golden, caramelized corn kernels sautéed in sizzling butter, perfectly coated in a rich blend of mayonnaise, Mexican crema, and chili powder. Topped with tangy cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice, it delivers the ultimate combination of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this skillet recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, summer barbecues, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Pair it with tacos, grilled meats, or tortilla chips for a true taste of Mexico!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 4 ears of corn)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Mexican crema (or sour cream)
- 1 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter until it begins to sizzle.
Add the fresh corn kernels to the skillet and sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is slightly golden and lightly caramelized.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the minced garlic, cooking for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Mexican crema, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the creamy mixture over the cooked corn in the skillet and stir until the corn is fully coated.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice and half of the crumbled cotija cheese.
Transfer the creamy corn to a serving dish and sprinkle the remaining cotija cheese and fresh chopped cilantro on top.
Serve warm and enjoy, optionally garnished with extra lime wedges for squeezing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.7 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.2 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 237 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 3042 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.5 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 47.8 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 866 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1686 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
