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Creamy Cast Iron Skillet Corn Recipe with Crispy Bacon and Chives

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A quick and easy creamy corn side dish cooked in a cast iron skillet with crispy bacon and fresh chives, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (if frozen, thawed)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 6 strips thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Lay 6 strips of thick-cut bacon evenly in the pan. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until crisp but not burnt. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Leave about 1-2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.
  2. If using fresh corn, cut kernels off the cob carefully. For frozen corn, make sure it’s fully thawed and drained. Add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the skillet with the bacon fat and melt over medium heat.
  3. Add the corn kernels to the skillet. Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika if using, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir frequently, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the corn starts to get a little golden and slightly charred in spots.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 2 ounces softened cream cheese. Mix gently until the cream cheese melts and coats the corn evenly, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Crumble the crispy bacon over the creamy corn and sprinkle 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives. Give it a gentle stir to combine, keeping some bacon bits on top for garnish. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.

Notes

Keep heat moderate to avoid scorching the cream. Use thick-cut applewood smoked bacon for best flavor. Soften cream cheese before adding to prevent clumps. Fresh chives added last preserve their bright flavor. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge and reheat gently on stovetop with a splash of cream.

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Keywords: creamy corn, cast iron skillet, bacon, chives, easy side dish, comfort food, quick recipe

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