Can Corn Recipe - Longbourn Farm (2024)

Published: Jan 17, 2017 · Modified: May 9, 2024 by Melissa Griffiths · This post may contain affiliate links · 101 Comments

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Make this easy canned corn side dish in minutes using a few simple ingredients. It's versatile and pairs well with so many meals!

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Cook a great side dish with Can Corn!

If you feel like your side dish game is lacking, this canned corn recipe is the perfect solution.

It's quick, easy, and packed with flavor - making it a go-to for any meal!

Now, there's nothing wrong with your typical canned corn - it's a classic for a reason. But with just a few additional ingredients, you can take it to the next level and truly make it your own. Plus, this recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you need something quick and delicious!

Why you'll love this Canned Corn Side Dish

I think canned vegetables get a bad rap most of the time, when fixed correctly they can be a delicious and flavorful side dish! Plus they are super affordable and something you can store in your panty for cold months or when you're in a pinch for a quick veggie.

This canned corn recipe is one your family will love. My favorite thing about this recipe is how the flavors meld together. The sweet corn taste isthe center of attention and the other flavors highlight it even further.

Although Andy legitimately hates corn, so I usually make this for Abram and me during lunch time or if we are having company 🙂 . I think everyone can have one food they legitimately dislike.

I've tried for years to like mushrooms, but it's just not meant to be. Ha!

Canned Corn Recipe Ingredients

Can of corn
Butter
Garlic clove
Fresh or dried parsley
Salt
Pepper

‌For the exact amounts needed, please see the recipe card below.

How to Cook Canned Corn

Strain half of the liquid from the can of corn.
Pour the corn with the remaining liquid into a saucepan over medium heat.
Add the butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. If using dried parsley, also add this here.
Simmer until the liquid is almost completely gone, about 5-7 minutes.
Taste test and adjust seasoning if needed. If using fresh parsley instead of dried, mix it in now.
Serve and enjoy your delicious canned corn!

Best Corn Recipe Variations

If you want to take this recipe over the edge, try out these tasty variations:

Add some heat by mixing in diced jalapeno or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
Once cooked, stir in some cream cheese for a cheesy, creamy corn dish.
Add a splash of lime juice and some chopped cilantro - perfect for serving with tacos or Mexican-inspired dishes.
Top with crispy bacon pieces or crispy onions for added texture and flavor.
Usebrown butterandroasted garlicto completely switch up the flavor profile - without using any additional ingredients.
Mix in any other herbs or spices you love, like rosemary, thyme, paprika, or chili powder.

What to Serve With this Canned Corn Side Dish

You really can't go wrong with this canned corn recipe. It's sweet, savory, and versatile enough to go with just about anything! Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Slow cooked frozen chicken
Cowboy steak
Taco casserole
Jalapeno burger
Herbs de Provence Chicken
Pan fried cube steak
Flat iron steak
Ground pork tacos
Crockpot cabbage
Greek lamb chops

‌Canned corn really does pair well with just about anything. Have some leftovers? Mix it into homemade salsa for added flavor, or add it to stir fry for a quick and easy dinner!

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5 from 69 votes

Easy & Delicious Can Corn

Canned corn doesn't have to be plain and boring. Check out this quick and easy canned corn recipe. You'll have a delicious and nutritious side in minutes!

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Total Time15 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 128kcal

Author: Longbourn Farm • Alli Kelley

Equipment

Ingredients

15 oz corn 1 can
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove minced or pressed
1 teaspoon dried parsley or 2 teaspoons fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Drain off half of the liquid from the corn.
Pour the remaining liquid and corn in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Add butter, garlic, parsley (if using dried), salt and pepper.
Simmer until the liquid is almost completely gone, about 5-7 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasonings (if you're using fresh parsley, add at this point).

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Jo
February 26, 2024 at 12:44 pm
I have made this several times for my family and decided to serve at a dinner party. No one believed it was canned corn and several asked for the recipe. A winner.
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Steven Harmon
July 05, 2023 at 9:59 pm

I was looking for something to do with an ordinary can of corn and I'm so glad I stumbled upon your recipe. I prepared it the same with the following modifications: I lowered the salt to 1/4 tsp and added 1/4 tsp of paprika. My whole family loved it! Thank you for the recipe Alli!
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Anon
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February 23, 2023 at 6:53 pm
3 out of 4 people in my house loved it. The 4th one said it was ok.
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seekyum
July 14, 2022 at 8:15 am
who loves corn? I love it much
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Cyndi
July 04, 2022 at 6:06 am

My family absolutely loved this when I made it for dinner and want me to make it again for a get together we are having with relatives. Thank you.
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Romasa
November 24, 2021 at 5:43 am

Hello. Planning on making this for a large thanksgiving. Ok to use basic canned corn or does it need to be sweet? Can I make in advance and warm in microwave before serving?
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- Alli
  November 24, 2021 at 8:36 pm
  Yes, you can definitely make this in advance and reheat before serving. Typically all canned corn is sweet corn. The cans are usually labeled "golden sweet whole kernel corn." Hope that helps!
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- Doug
  May 16, 2022 at 2:41 pm
  
  Tried this on frozen corn and turned out great. Now I have a new technique to dress up a staple in our house.
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Dee
November 23, 2021 at 11:13 am
Help! Making recipe for first time.
How much garlic powder equates to one garlic clove?
Where is the slide of measurements to use when increasing the serving size?
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- Alli
  November 23, 2021 at 7:59 pm
  You can adjust the servings in the recipe card by clicking the number of servings and then sliding the bar. You can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder for 1 garlic clove.
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- Dinah
  January 26, 2022 at 3:48 pm
  1/8 tsp of granulated garlic equals a clove 🙂
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Konstantinos Iliadis
October 31, 2021 at 12:03 pm

Great recipe, indeed...
Plain, simple, delicious and really quick...
For my taste, I added garlicky salt, smoked paprika and at the end 1 spoon of fresh cream cheese...
Turned out absolutely delicious.
Thank you so much for sharing this recipe Alli
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- Alli
  November 01, 2021 at 2:06 pm
  So glad you liked it!
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Rich
September 27, 2021 at 8:54 pm

So simple, I've never once considered simmering the corn in the can's liquid, it gave it a bit more snap than I'm used to and the dish was fantastic.
I snack on corn often, this is now my go-to recipe.
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- Alli
  September 27, 2021 at 9:39 pm
  So glad to hear it!
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- EDDIE
  December 21, 2021 at 4:21 pm
  
  Easy way to add lots of flavor to a simple side dish. Thanks for the tip
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Kristine
January 24, 2021 at 3:22 pm

Made this for dinner last night and it turned out great!! Maybe a little to salty for my taste so next time I will leave the salt out and add if needed when plated. Even my son who is a very picky vegi rater tried it and at some and said it was very good! Thank you!!
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- Alli
  January 25, 2021 at 10:49 am
  Yay!! So glad you liked it, Kristine!
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Anonymous
January 02, 2021 at 2:45 pm

Sooo good! Ty for the recipe. I added a little creole seasoning for an extra pep. So easy and tasty!
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- Alli
  January 02, 2021 at 11:44 pm
  So glad you liked it!
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Scott
December 26, 2020 at 12:03 pm
This was the shocking hit of Thanksgiving. Imagine, all the homemade turkey, gravy, potatoes from scratch, it was this simple yet delicious canned corn spruce up that ran out on the same say. People kept going for more. I had to make it again for Christmas. Thank you for this excellent recipe.
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- Alli
  December 29, 2020 at 12:31 pm
  Thank you, Scott! So happy it was a hit!
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Selina
November 26, 2020 at 4:52 am
I'm so glad I found this. This is my first year to do Thanksgiving and I can't wait to make this today. I also appreciate how you can adjust the serving size to know exactly how much ingredients are needed. You're a life saver. I'm bookmarking your page.
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- Alli
  November 27, 2020 at 10:07 am
  Thank you SO much Selina!! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
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- Dee
  November 23, 2021 at 11:19 am
  How/where do I go to adjust the serving size to know how much ingredients are needed?
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  - Alli
    November 23, 2021 at 7:58 pm
    In the recipe card, click the number of servings and then slide the bar to adjust the serving size.
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Anonymous
October 29, 2020 at 11:51 am
Haven't tried it. Just commenting to see if the comments are by actual people or just one person.
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- Alli
  October 30, 2020 at 8:46 pm
  Yep...Real people...Since, you know, I'm a real person and this is my real business.
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vaishu
August 28, 2020 at 2:16 am

it was yummy and delecious tq so much
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- Alli
  August 30, 2020 at 7:04 pm
  Glad you liked it!!
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DonkeyKong
August 03, 2020 at 4:21 pm

Gosh this recipe is a life saver. And more than that it is delicious. Thanks so much for this! After I made it twice I doubled it and added rotel peppers. Tastes good to me! (Clearly I am a novice)
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- Alli
  August 03, 2020 at 9:22 pm
  Perfect!! So glad you liked it.
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Roxanne Cunningham
October 29, 2019 at 10:05 am
I need fairly quickly how I can make to serve 25-28 adults. Church is having our Thanksgiving Fellowship this Sunday.
I am not sure if multiplying 6X for all ingredients would be correct.
I saw where one person added cream corn, that sounded interesting also to regular canned corn.
I will make this recipe for just the two of us.
I hope I can find you here again to get your answer.
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- Alli
  October 29, 2019 at 10:18 pm
  Hi Roxanne! If you find the recipe card and slide the bar under the "servings" section, it will automatically adjust all the ingredients for however many people you need to serve! Super easy. Good luck!
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Raquel
April 01, 2019 at 10:01 am
I made this side dish of corn for friends and family tonight, and it was great. Never ever had I had so many people say, "who made the corn"? I didn't get a lot because it was gone so fast, so I made myself some more for breakfast. ????
Thx so much for sharing.
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- Alli
  April 01, 2019 at 2:29 pm
  So glad you liked it!!
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Sarah
December 10, 2018 at 7:05 pm
Are the nutritional facts correct? High in fat, calories & sodium?
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- Alli
  December 10, 2018 at 8:47 pm
  Two things to remember when looking at the nutrition facts on my website: First, they are just an estimate. Second, they are based on the servings listed in the recipe. In this case, the serving size is currently listed as 2 servings, obviously, this would change depending on how many people you think 1 can of corn would feed and how you're using it in your meal. Hope that helps!
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  - Anonymous
    December 13, 2018 at 3:47 pm
    The serving size in the recipe at the top says it serves 4 people? So I only bought one can of corn. 🙁
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    - Alli
      December 13, 2018 at 8:12 pm
      If one can isn't enough for your family, you can definitely double the recipe. The serving size and nutrition facts are just an estimate, I try my best to make it as accurate as possible but a lot of serving size comes down to preference. Ultimately it's up to you to determine how much you think you'll need for those you are serving. When in doubt, purchase an extra can 🙂
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Mary
August 08, 2018 at 3:49 pm
I added a can of creamed corn.
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- Alli
  August 09, 2018 at 7:53 am
  Great idea, Mary! Thanks for sharing.
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Wendy Courtney
February 20, 2018 at 6:58 pm
Sounds delicious. Gonna give it a try. Thank you for sharing!
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- Alli
  February 21, 2018 at 7:15 am
  Awesome! Thanks for being here, Wendy!!
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Crystal
January 07, 2018 at 7:50 pm

I just made this and my family and I loved it. However, instead of parsley, I used dried cilantro. It gave it a very nice jazzy taste.
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- Alli
  January 08, 2018 at 6:53 am
  I'm so glad you and your family loved it, Crystal! Cilantro sounds great, I'm going to try that!
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Michell
January 06, 2018 at 3:18 pm
I'm making this right now 🙂
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- Alli
  January 06, 2018 at 8:30 pm
  I hope you loved it!!
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Alli
January 04, 2018 at 4:16 pm

Love this quick veggie side dish!
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- Dave
  February 07, 2018 at 12:00 pm
  What could we substitute the garlic with, we are not garlic lovers?
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  - Alli
    February 08, 2018 at 11:10 am
    Hi Dave! You could substitute a shallot for the garlic. They have a more mild onion flavor that I think would be great!
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Jess Harper
January 26, 2017 at 7:15 pm
Hey Alli! We tried this tonight and thought it was pretty yummy! Simple too. I modified it just a bit by using frozen corn instead of canned and cooked it in the microwave. I will make this again. Thanks!
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- Alli
  January 26, 2017 at 11:35 pm
  That sounds great! I'm so glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by!
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Mike Grace
January 26, 2017 at 10:26 am
Very nice! I'll have to try that.
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- Alli
  January 26, 2017 at 12:55 pm
  Thank you! Let me know if you like it.
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