Description
Slow Cooker Cheddar Corn with Bacon is a creamy, indulgent side dish that combines sweet corn, rich cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon, creating a comforting favorite for any occasion. Perfect for barbecues or family dinners, this dish cooks effortlessly in your slow cooker while filling your kitchen with its mouthwatering aroma. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can serve this delightful dish warm and bubbly, making it an irresistible addition to your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups frozen corn
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker with nonstick spray.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble into pieces.
- In the slow cooker, combine frozen corn, cream cheese, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Fold in crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm as a delicious side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (low) or 2 hours (high)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh corn when in season. Swap out regular corn for sweet corn or add jalapeños for a spicy twist. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives before serving.