Easy Southern Honey Butter Skillet Corn (4 Ingredients)
A quick sweet-and-savory Southern-style corn side dish made with just four simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the corn and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and lightly golden.
- Stir in the honey and salt, coating the corn evenly.
- Cook for another 1–2 minutes until the honey butter forms a glossy sauce.
- Serve warm.
Optional additions
- A pinch of black pepper for contrast
- A sprinkle of chili flakes or cayenne for a sweet-spicy version
- A little fresh parsley for color
This pairs especially well with grilled chicken, barbecue, roasted meats, or holiday meals.
