Texas Jalapeno Corn
Get ready to elevate your side dish game with Texas Jalapeno Corn, a bold and creamy blend of fresh corn, melty cheddar cheese, and a fiery kick from finely diced jalapeno peppers. This quick and easy recipe, made in just 25 minutes, combines the rich indulgence of butter, cream cheese, and heavy cream with a perfect balance of seasonings like garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. The result? A mouthwatering, cheesy skillet corn that’s both comforting and packed with southwestern flair. Perfect as a side for BBQ, tacos, or grilled chicken, this dish is topped with optional green onions for a final touch of freshness. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or spicing up a weekday dinner, Texas Jalapeno Corn is guaranteed to impress and delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (or canned, drained)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 medium jalapeno peppers, finely diced
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced jalapeno peppers and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream. Cook and stir until the cream cheese has melted and a smooth mixture forms.
Add the corn kernels, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed.
Transfer the Texas Jalapeno Corn to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the bold, creamy flavors with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1952 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.9 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.5 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2552 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.0 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.8 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 949 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2412 mg | 51% | |
*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.
