This easy creamed corn recipe takes simple corn and turns it into a sweet, creamy, and irresistible side dish. Perfect alongside roast chicken, prime rib, or your favorite weeknight meals, it’s packed with flavor and ready in minutes.

With butter, cream, and just the right seasoning, this creamed corn recipe is a classic that your whole family will love.

If you think creamed corn is just okay, wait until you try my version. It’s buttery and full of flavor, almost like a corn chowder turned into a side dish. I thought it might be just “pretty good,” but it’s actually amazing.

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Ingredients For Creamed Corn

Creamed corn is simple, comforting, and full of flavor, and it starts with a few key ingredients that make all the difference. Here’s what you’ll need to create this amazing side dish:

• Butter: For cooking and adding richness.
• Flour: Thickens the cream sauce for a silky texture.
• Cream Cheese: Adds extra creaminess.
• Heavy Cream: Makes the corn luscious and smooth.
• Sugar: Balances the natural sweetness of the corn.
• Salt: Season to taste.
• Parmesan Cheese: Optional, for a savory kick.
• Frozen Corn: The star of the dish! You could also use fresh corn, but I would advise against canned corn.
• Black Pepper: To taste.
• Bacon: Cooked and crumbled, for a salty, crunchy topping.

With these simple ingredients, you’re just a few steps away from dreamy corn that will steal the show at any meal. It’s easy and always a crowd-pleaser.

Variations

You can easily switch things up with this recipe. Try using whole milk instead of heavy cream in the milk mixture for a lighter version, though the sauce will be a bit thinner. For a little heat, add diced jalapenos or a pinch of cayenne pepper to give the creamed corn a spicy kick.

How to Make This Creamed Corn Recipe 

Making this creamed corn recipe is seriously satisfying. Follow these simple steps to get flavorful corn every time:

1. Melt: On the stove, add butter to a saucepan over medium-high heat until the butter melts.
2. Whisk: Add the flour and whisk for 20 seconds to create a roux. While whisking, add the cream cheese and stir until it clumps together.
3. Add Cream: Pour i

10 Minute One Skillet Creamed Mexican Street Corn

This one-skillet creamed Mexican street corn is a flavor-packed, crave-worthy dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Mexico straight to your table! Sweet, tender corn is cooked in a creamy, rich sauce made with Mexican crema then topped with crumbled cotija cheese and a sprinkle of chili powder.

Every bite is a perfect blend of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. The best part? It’s made in just one pan, so clean-up is a breeze. This dish is perfect as a side for your next taco night or anytime you want to enjoy a deliciously creamy and satisfying veggie dish!

We are obsessed with all things Mexican street corn (or elote) over here! From our classic Mexican street corn on the cob to the our Mexican street corn salad, if you’re craving elote, we’ve got a recipe for you!

What is Mexican Street Corn?

Mexican street corn, also called elote, is traditionally grilled corn on the cob that is lathered in a mayonnaise and then coated in cotija cheese, chili powder, cilantro and fresh lime juice. Authentic elote is pretty much the taste of heaven! We are using it as inspiration for this creamed corn version!

Ingredients for Creamed Mexican Street Corn

We make this Mexican elote creamed corn side dish so often that I keep all the ingredients in stock at all times and you only need 6 ingredients to make it. Here is your grocery list:

• Butter: use either salted or unsalted butter keeping in mind that the cotija is a salty cheese
• Frozen Corn: Any brand works great and using frozen corn makes this a dish you can eat all year long.
• Mexican Crema: similar to sour cream but thinner
  • SUBSTITUTION: If you can’t find Mexican crema near you, use this substitute instead: 3 tablespoons sour cream + 5 tablespoons mayonnaise. Last resort, use heavy cream.
• Chili Powder: adds flavor, a little heat and some pretty color
• Cotija Cheese: usually found in the Latino food area of the refrigerated section
• Fresh Cilantro: chopped nice and small

The measurements needed for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card down at the end of the post.

Can I Use Fresh Corn on the Cob?

I’ll never say no to fresh corn on the cob! If you can get your hands on some good fresh corn, then definitely do it! This makes such a delicious summer side dish. You’ll want to cook it really well before adding the crema to it. Make sure you get a good char on it!