Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Easy Slow Cooker Cheddar Corn with Bacon. This delightful dish combines sweet corn, rich cream cheese, and smoky bacon to create a flavorful side that will elevate any meal. Perfect for potlucks or family gatherings, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that keeps everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Grease the slow cooker with non-stick spray or butter.
- Evenly distribute corn kernels at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese with garlic powder, salt, and pepper before adding it to the corn.
- Layer half of the cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over the corn mixture.
- Dot with butter and sprinkle chopped green onions on top; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for about 1.5-2 hours. Stir occasionally if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, brown the bacon in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. Customize by adding diced jalapeños for heat or substitute cream cheese with sour cream for a different texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.