Bring zesty Cajun kick to your table with this blend of creamy, sweet, and spicy Cajun Fried Corn. This vibrant recipe unlocks the bold, fiery flavors, and sure to become a family favorite. This fried skillet corn is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that combines a savory blend of sweet corn, honey, and bold Cajun seasonings that goes with anything.
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Why You'll Love This Cajun Fried Corn Recipe
With its flavorful kick of Cajun spices and the buttery crunch of lightly-fried corn, this delectable Cajun fried corn recipe will be new hit. Best of all, it only takes 20 minutes to make. Here are some reasons why you will love this recipe:
- Easy to make.
- Cajun fried corn is delicious.
- Versatile. You can add more or less honey, increase the spices, or go with none at all.
- Crowd pleaser. Your family will ask you to make this often!
Even the most novice cooks can whip this delicacy up in no time and have something tasty to serve their families.
Ingredients Overview
Do you love the flavorful kick of Cajun food, but don't want to expend a lot of effort or deal with mess? Then this Cajun Fried Corn recipe is perfect for you!
This delicious and easy dish takes only minutes to make and offers an incredible combination of rich flavors.
- Corn - Frozen or Fresh cut off the cob.
- Butter
- Cream Cheese
- Honey
- Creole of Cajun spice blend - Something like Tony Chachere's or our Cajun Spice Blend.
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Parsley - chopped for garnish, optional.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How To Make Cajun Fried Corn Step by Step
Our Cajun Fried Corn is the perfect mix of savory, spicy, and sweet flavors that results in something truly unique.
Step 1. In a large 12" cast iron or enameled skillet, melt the butter on medium high heat. After the butter has melted, stir in the honey.
Step 2. Add the frozen (or fresh) corn niblets to the skillet and saute on medium heat for 6 minutes.
Step 3. Add the cream cheese and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 4. Stir so that the cream cheese is blended in with the corn as it melts.
Step 5. Add your favorite Cajun or Creole spice blend to the skillet of corn. You can use our recipe for Cajun spice blend to make your own, the benefit being that you can regulate the heat in your Cajun spice seasoning.
Step 6. Season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with some chopped parsley before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Cajun fried corn pairs well with grilled chicken, seafood, or spicy sausage. If you're looking for a more adventurous option, try serving it with tacos, burritos, or even a hearty salad. No matter how you choose to serve it, you're sure to enjoy the flavorful and satisfying taste of this Southern comfort food.
Add some of our Instant Pot No Drain Mashed Potatoes and some fresh Watermelon Fruit Salad, and you have a meal to remember.
Substitutions & Variations
Here are a few scrumptious variations using our Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms recipe as a base:
- Spicy Cajun Fried Corn - Fry up a sliced Jalapeno pepper with the butter before adding the frozen corn niblets.
- Confetti Cajun Fried Corn - Slice up some green onions and red bell pepper to saute with the butter before adding the frozen corn.
- Honey Butter Skillet Corn - Omit the Cajun seasoning and just fry up with the butter, honey, and cream cheese for a delicious Honey Butter Skillet Corn.
Tips for Success
- You can make this Cajun corn recipe without any cream cheese if you prefer also!
- Sliced green onion, diced red bell pepper, and cooked sausage crumbles, are delicious add in's when making this Cajun corn recipe.
Storage Options
- Cover any left over Cajun fried corn and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave, or in a skillet again.
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- Instant Pot St. Louis Ribs
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- Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
- Panko Crusted Chicken
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, just be sure to drain the liquid from the two cans of corn niblets or kernels before frying in the butter.
Yes, this side dish freezes beautifully. Just store in a freezer safe container and freeze up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Yes, you can make this recipe ahead of time. Simply fry the corn and then let it cool completely. Once it is cool, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you are ready to serve, reheat the corn in a hot oven or in the microwave.
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Cajun Fried Corn
Equipment
- 9 inch Round Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 4 oz butter (½ stick)
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 24 oz corn frozen
- 4 oz cream cheese cubed or softened to room temp
- 1 teaspoon Cajun spice blend
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup Parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large 12" cast iron or enameled skillet, melt the butter on medium high heat.4 oz butter
- After the butter has melted, stir in the honey.2 tablespoon honey
- Add the frozen (or fresh) corn niblets to the skillet and saute on medium heat for 6 minutes.24 oz corn
- Add the cream cheese and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Stir so that the cream cheese is blended in with the corn as it melts.4 oz cream cheese
- Add your favorite Cajun or Creole spice blend to the skillet of corn.1 teaspoon Cajun spice blend
- Season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with some chopped parsley before serving.1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ cup Parsley
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Notes
- You can use our recipe for Cajun spice blend to make your own, the benefit being that you can regulate the heat in your Cajun spice seasoning.
- You can make this Cajun corn recipe without any cream cheese if you prefer also!
- Sliced green onion, diced red bell pepper, and cooked sausage crumbles, are delicious add in's when making this Cajun corn recipe.
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