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top view of creamed One pot cheesy corn on a white plate topped with chili flaked and chives
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4.81 from 51 votes

One-Pot Cheesy Creamed Corn

Easy to make, tasty, and creamiest corn that makes a perfect side dish. Made without any heavy whipping cream, this creamed corn dish is ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 6
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 3 14 oz Frozen Kernel Corn ** see notes thawed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese cubed
  • 1/2 Cup Milk
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Minced or 1 Tbsp garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons Chopped Chives
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes optional
  • Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Melt 2 tablespoons Butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add in 3 14 oz Frozen Kernel Corn ** see notes, 3 Garlic Cloves Minced, Salt and fresh ground pepper, and saute for 4-5 minutes.
    Corn was added to the pan, and salt, pepper, and minced garlic were added to it.
  • Add in 8 ounces Cream Cheese and 1/2 Cup Milk, and mix until fully combined.
    cheese and milk being added over the corn in the pan.
  • Stir in the 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar and cook until all the cheese melts and you get a thicker consistency. Then remove from the heat.
    shredded cheddar cheese being added over cheesy corn.
  • Serve and garnish with 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes and 3 tablespoons Chopped Chives . Enjoy!
    side shot of a plate with cheesy creamed corn side dish topped with chili flakes

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Notes

What Corn to use:
  • You can use either fresh corn, roasted and cut off the cob, canned, or frozen fresh corn.
  • Frozen corn packets, about 3 packs (12-14oz) each
  • You can substitute the fresh chives with fresh parsley.
  • Use light or fat-free cream cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 505mg | Potassium: 298mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 915IU | Vitamin C: 4.2mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 0.6mg