Jalapeño Creamed Corn
Rich, creamy, and slightly spicy, this Jalapeño Creamed Corn blends sweet corn, garlic, jalapeños, cream cheese, and parmesan into a velvety side dish that adds bold flavor to any meal.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
- 2 fresh jalapeños minced (seeds removed for less heat, optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt plus additional to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics:
- In a large skillet set over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for approximately 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
Incorporate the Corn and Jalapeños:
- Stir in the corn kernels and allow them to cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid browning. Add the minced jalapeños and cook for another 5 minutes to infuse the mixture with mild heat and vibrant flavor.
Add Cream and Cream Cheese:
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour in the heavy cream and add the softened cream cheese. Stir gently and continuously until the cream cheese fully melts and blends into the mixture, creating a smooth, creamy consistency. Let the mixture simmer for 3–5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Finish and Season:
- Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning as desired before serving.
Notes
This dish is naturally gluten-free, as none of the listed ingredients contain gluten. To ensure complete gluten safety, confirm that your cream cheese, Parmesan, and any packaged corn (if using canned or frozen) are certified gluten-free and processed in a gluten-free facility.