Easy Skillet Roasted Corn {Great for Any Time of Year!}

I love roasted corn in the summertime! With this recipe, you can create fire-roasted corn using a skillet any time of year! Plus the leftovers are perfect in my Creamy Shrimp and Corn Pasta for another great weeknight meal.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Flavorful: The caramelization of the corn in the skillet is what makes this one of the best and most flavorful frozen corn recipes I have ever had. It is the perfect side dish for these Easy Roasted Turkey Legs that you can make for Thanksgiving or Easter.
• Quick and Easy: This roasted corn recipe uses frozen corn which means there is no cutting it off the cob. And once you mix everything together, the dish is pretty hands-off!
• Affordable: Using frozen corn in the the fall, spring, and winter helps you save money since corn is not in season during those months.
• Customizable: Roast corn pairs perfectly with many flavors. You may even want to try the flavors from my Easy Mexican Street Corn recipe.

Looking for more easy side dish ideas? Then you may love my Easy Air Fryer Frozen Green Beans {with Garlic and Butter!}, Easy Air Fryer Spring Rolls {Crispy and Homemade!}, Easy Honey Balsamic Brussel Sprouts.

Ingredients

The ingredients that make this Skillet Roasted Corn recipe fantastic are the following:

Frozen Corn
Using frozen corn is a great way to be able to make this dish affordably throughout the year.

Butter
I use butter for roasting corn on the stove because it lends better flavor than an oil.

Garlic
Garlic is one of my favorite flavors on roasted corn. It really takes this recipe from boring to bold!

See the recipe card for full information on all ingredients and quantities.

Variations/ Adaptations

• Vary the Flavors: Like I mentioned above, you can really use any flavors you like on this skillet corn. One of my favorite variations is to add the Mexican Street Corn flavors like feta, smoked paprika, and lime juice to really take this dish over the top!
• Make it spicy: Add a little heat by adding some jalapeños.
• Make it Vegan: If you are looking for a vegan side dish, you can sub out the butter in this dish with your favorite cooking oil or a vegan butter. Then this corn side dish would go perfectly with my Ultimate Vegan Roast Dinner.
• Try using air fryer roasted garlic instead of garlic granules.

How to make Skillet Roasted Corn

Preheat oven to 200°C/400°F.

Step 1: Add your oil to a cast iron pan and heat over high heat.

Step 2: Pour the frozen corn into the hot skillet and evenly distribute across the pan.

Step 3: Place the pan of frozen corn into the oven for 20 minutes.

Step 4: Remove the pan from the oven and add the butter, sage, garlic granules, and salt and pepper. Stir to mix well.

Step 5: Place the pan back in the oven for another 20 minutes.

Step 6: After 20 minutes, garnish with lemon wedges and add an extra bit of salt and pepper.

Hint: Cast-iron skillets can be daunting to clean since you are not supposed to use soap. I like to use a steel-bristle brush for cleaning the pan really well without using soap.

Some of my other favorite holiday sides are Easy Braised Red Cabbage (with Apples and Onions!), Easy Sausage Meat Stuffing With Sage and Onion, and The Best Cranberry Sauce Recipe (Easy and Homemade!).

Serving Suggestions

This is the perfect side dish for a get together like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, but you can even use it for a nice garden party or a weeknight dinner. Below are some of the recipes I love pairing this roasted corn with:

• Delicious Air Fryer Cod {Flaky with Best Seasoning}
• Creamy Hash Brown Potato Soup {Easiest Soup Ever!}
• Easy Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin (+Delicious Dry Rub!)
• Crispy Pan-Fried Salmon Bites {without breading!}
• Easy Burger Bowls (with Meal Prep Instructions)
• Air Fryer Leg of Lamb (Bone In!)

Leftover Storage and Reheat Instructions

Refrigerator: To store leftover corn in the refrigerator place it in a an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Freezer: To freeze your roasted corn, again, place it in an airtight container and then place it in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Reheat: Reheating roasted corn is easy. Just pop it in the microwave and cook in 15-20 second bursts, stirring in between until the corn is warmed through.

Recipe FAQs

If you are planning a party, you can never have too many delicious side dishes! Here are a few more to add to your table, Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes, Easy Sauteed Savoy Cabbage (no boiling necessary!), or Crispy Smashed Broccoli with Parmesan.