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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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)
Directions
Step 1
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced jalapeno peppers and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Step 3
Stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream. Cook and stir until the cream cheese has melted and a smooth mixture forms.
Step 4
Add the corn kernels, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well to combine.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
Step 7
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 8
Transfer the Texas Jalapeno Corn to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy the bold, creamy flavors with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1150.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1952.5 |
| Total Fat 127.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 73.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g | |
| Cholesterol 361.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2551.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 166.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 55.8g | |
| Protein 61.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 948.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2411.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories