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Honey Butter Skillet Corn in a skillet topped with paprika
TINSUF RECIPES

Honey Butter Skillet Corn

Sweet, savory, and buttery, this Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a quick 15-minute side dish made with corn, honey, and butter. Perfect for weeknight dinners or BBQ cookouts.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Corn
  • - 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • - 1 tablespoon honey
  • - ¼ teaspoon salt
  • - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ### Optional Add-Ins
  • - Smoked paprika
  • - Grated Parmesan cheese
  • - Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
  • - Red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • - Large skillet (cast iron recommended)
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • - Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter.
  2. Add corn kernels and cook 6–8 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
  3. Drizzle in honey, season with salt, pepper, and spices. Cook 1–2 minutes more.
  4. Add Parmesan or herbs if desired.
  5. Serve warm straight from the skillet or in a bowl.

Notes

- Best served fresh, but can be stored up to 3 days in the fridge.
- For a smoky flavor, use smoked paprika.
- Add lime juice and cilantro for a Tex-Mex twist.