Garlic Parmesan Corn

Name: Garlic Parmesan Corn
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 70 min
Ingredients: frozen corn; garlic salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; garlic powder, to taste; onion powder, to taste; Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning, to taste; butter; Parmesan cheese; heavy cream; minced garlic; additional Parmesan cheese, for topping; parsley flakes, for topping

Garlic Parmesan corn is an easy baked side dish with sweet corn, butter, heavy cream, garlic, Parmesan, and plenty of buttery garlic seasoning.

Frozen corn goes straight into an aluminum baking pan, then gets seasoned with garlic salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning. Butter, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and minced garlic go over the top so everything bakes together into a creamy, garlicky corn dish.

The pan stays covered for the first bake so the corn has time to get hot and tender while the butter melts into the cream and seasonings. After that, more Parmesan and parsley flakes go on top before it goes back into the oven uncovered for a final few minutes.

Every scoop is creamy, buttery, cheesy, garlicky, and perfect with chicken, steak, barbecue, pasta dinners, holiday plates, or any meal that needs a simple comfort food side.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy baked corn side dish made with frozen corn and simple ingredients.
Butter, heavy cream, Parmesan, and garlic make it rich and creamy.
Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning adds extra savory flavor.
Bakes in an aluminum pan for easy prep and cleanup.
Perfect with weeknight dinners, barbecue, holidays, or comfort food meals.

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Ingredients

The base of this recipe starts with frozen corn spread into an aluminum baking pan. Garlic salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning give the corn a savory garlic butter flavor before the creamy ingredients go in.

Butter, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and minced garlic bake with the corn until hot and tender. Additional Parmesan cheese and parsley flakes finish the top during the final uncovered bake.

Frozen corn
Garlic salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
Onion powder, to taste
Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning, to taste
Butter
Parmesan cheese
Heavy cream
Minced garlic
Additional Parmesan cheese, for topping
Parsley flakes, for topping

How To Make Garlic Parmesan Corn

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F.

Step 2: Add Corn

Add the frozen corn to an aluminum baking pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 3: Season Corn

Season the corn with garlic salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning.

Step 4: Add Butter, Parmesan, Cream, and Garlic

Add butter, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and minced garlic over the corn.

Step 5: Cover and Bake

Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 400°F for 1 hour.

Step 6: Add Parmesan and Parsley

Remove the foil and sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese and parsley flakes over the top.

Step 7: Bake Uncovered

Return the corn to the oven uncovered for another 10 minutes.

Step 8: Serve

Serve hot and enjoy.

Recipe Variations

Add cooked crumbled bacon over the top before serving for a smoky loaded corn version. The bacon adds crunch and works really well with the garlic, butter, Parmesan, and cream.
Stir in shredded mozzarella or pepper jack after the first bake if you want the corn extra cheesy. Mozzarella keeps it mild and melty, while pepper jack adds a little heat.
Add red pepper flakes or cayenne if you want a spicy garlic Parmesan corn. Start light because the flavor should still stay creamy and garlicky.
Use fresh corn cut off the cob when it is in season. Fresh corn may cook faster, but it still tastes great with the butter, heavy cream, Parmesan, and garlic.
Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice for a brighter flavor. The lemon cuts through the richness of the butter, cream, and Parmesan without changing the main garlic flavor.

Tips for Success

Keep the pan tightly covered during the first bake so the frozen corn can heat through and become tender.
Spread the corn evenly in the pan so it cooks consistently and the butter, cream, garlic, and seasonings can coat everything.
Use enough heavy cream to coat the corn without completely drowning it so the finished side dish stays creamy instead of soupy.
Stir the corn after baking if needed so the melted butter, Parmesan, cream, garlic, and seasonings are evenly distributed.
Add the extra Parmesan and parsley at the end so the topping stays visible and gives the corn a finished look.
Taste before adding extra garlic salt because the Parmesan and buttery garlic seasoning already bring plenty of savory flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned corn instead of frozen corn?

Yes, canned corn can work if you drain it well first. Since canned corn is already cooked and softer than frozen corn, it may not need the full hour of baking. Check it sooner and bake until everything is hot, creamy, and combined.

Do I need to thaw the frozen corn first?

No, the frozen corn can go straight into the aluminum baking pan. Baking it covered gives it time to heat through while the butter, heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic, and seasonings melt together. If you thaw the corn first, the bake time may be shorter.

How do I make the corn creamier?

Use enough heavy cream to coat the corn and stir everything together after the covered bake. The melted butter and Parmesan will help the cream turn into a rich sauce. If it looks too thick after baking, add a small splash of heavy cream and stir before serving.

Can I make garlic Parmesan corn ahead of time?

Yes, you can bake it ahead of time and reheat it when ready to serve. Store it covered in the refrigerator, then warm it in the oven or microwave until hot. Add a splash of cream before reheating if the sauce thickens too much.

What should I serve with garlic Parmesan corn?

Garlic Parmesan corn goes well with grilled chicken, steak, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta dinners, and holiday meals. It is rich and creamy, so it pairs especially well with simple proteins or smoky main dishes. You can also serve it as part of a potluck spread.

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A creamy baked garlic Parmesan corn side dish made with frozen corn, garlic salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning, butter, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, minced garlic, and parsley flakes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1 10

Servings: 8 servings

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Ingredients

frozen corn
garlic salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste
onion powder, to taste
Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning, to taste
butter
Parmesan cheese
heavy cream
minced garlic
additional Parmesan cheese, for topping
parsley flakes, for topping

Method

Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Add the frozen corn to an aluminum baking pan and spread it out evenly.
Season the corn with garlic salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Kinder’s Buttery Garlic & Herb Seasoning.
Add butter, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and minced garlic over the corn.
Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 400°F for 1 hour.
Remove the foil and sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese and parsley flakes over the top.
Return the corn to the oven uncovered for another 10 minutes.
Serve hot and enjoy.

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