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Air Fryer Frozen Corn Kernels

May 28, 2022
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Air fryer frozen corn kernels are a simple and delicious holiday side dish to serve your family and friends. Prepare these crispy corn kernels in air fryer in under 15 minutes. Corn kernels are a versatile dish add some of your favorite spices, mix them, and your side dish is ready.

crispy corn kernels in air fryer

A perfect side dish loved by almost every member of my family. Air fryer frozen corn kernels are sweet, salty, buttery, and spicy. Plus using frozen corn kernels is easier to use and you don’t have to remove the corn kernels from the cob. However, if you like to make corn on the cob you can make them too. Here I have an easy air fryer corn on the cob recipe if you would like to try it.

After making these roasted corn kernels I could not stop myself until I finished all of them. They were perfectly roasted, perfectly seasoned, and packed with flavors.

How to cook frozen corn kernels in the air fryer?

A very simple and quick side dish packed with flavors only needs a few spices from your kitchen pantry.

Ingredients for air fryer corn kernels:

air fryer frozen corn kernels recipe

  • 1 cup frozen sweet corn
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions for air fryer corn kernels:

  1. First, let’s start by preparing the pan. Brush a thin layer of oil on your cake pan/oven-safe pan.
  2. Preheat your air fryer at 190C/380F for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the frozen corn, salt, pepper, and chili flakes into the pan. Mix them well until well combined. air fryer frozen corn kernels spices
  4. And place the butter on top of the corn kernels.air fryer frozen corn kernels with butter
  5. Place the pan with corn mixture in the air fryer basket. Be careful the basket is hot don’t burn yourself. Instead, use a tong.roasted canned corn
  6. Cook the corn kernels at 190C/380F for 10-15 minutes. Stir the corn kernels halfway through the cooking process to ensure they don’t burn.
  7. roasted corn kernels
  8. Remove the corn kernels from the pan.
  9. Serve and enjoy.

You can find the air fryer frozen corn kernels recipe in the printable card below

What goes well with corn kernels?

Corn kernels are a versatile side dish and go well with any meal. Here are some of the suggestions you can try.

  • White or brown rice
  • Meat such as frozen chicken breast in air fryer
  • Air fryer diced potatoes
  • Fresh fruit salad

Tips for making perfect air fryer frozen corn kernels

  • Preheat the air fryer before making any dish.
  • Make sure to use an oven-safe pan to make the recipe.
  • Stir the corn halfway through the cooking process, to ensure the corn doesn’t burn.
  • Cook time varies according to how crunchy you like your corn kernels.
  • Adjust the seasoning according to your liking.

Other healthy Corn recipes you’ll love

  • Air fryer popcorn
  • Air fryer corn fritters

corn in air fryer indian style

What temperature should I cook frozen kernels in an air fryer?

I have cooked air fryer frozen corn kernels at 190C/380F for about 10-15 minutes. However, the cooking time might vary according to your liking.

Leftover Ideas

Air fryer frozen corn kernels are best when served hot and crispy. However, if you have some leftover corn, make sure you let them cool completely. Then put them in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They are good for 2-3 days.

How to reheat corn kernels made in an air fryer?

Transfer the leftover corn kernels to the oven-safe pan and add a little amount of butter or oil on top of the corn. Reheat them at 190C/380F for 3-5 minutes, or until warm stir halfway through. Serve and enjoy.

roasted air fryer frozen corn kernels

Here are some of the frequently asked questions:

Can I put corn kernels in an air fryer?

Yes, you can. This is the easiest way to make, no need to remove the kernels from the corn. You can cook them straight from the frozen with your favorite seasonings.

Are frozen corn kernels cooked?

Yes, they are precooked. And cooks much quicker than the fresh ones.

easy air fryer frozen corn kernels

Do you need to thaw frozen corn before cooking in air fryer?

Thawing is not necessary before cooking the frozen corn kernels. You can directly cook the corn kernels from the frozen. Add your favorite seasoning and cook until crispy and tasty.

Can I use raw corn to make this recipe?

Yes, you can. Everyone has their own taste and choices. So, you can choose either frozen or fresh corn kernels for the recipe. However, the fresh corn kernels take a longer cooking time.

air fryer frozen corn kernels healthy

Equipment:
Air fryer

Course: Side dish, Snack
Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition
Serving size 1:

Calories- 153 kcal | Total Fat- 7g | Saturated Fat- 2g | Unsaturated Fat- 3g | Trans Fat- 0g | Protein- 4g | Carbohydrates- 23g | Sodium- 155 mg | Fiber- 3g | Sugar- 3g | Cholesterol- 7mg |

If you like the air fryer frozen corn kernels recipe, look what else you can air fry:

  • Air fryer green beans

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crispy corn kernels in air fryer

Easy Air Fryer Frozen Corn Kernels - TopAirFryerRecipes

Air fryer frozen corn kernels are a simple and delicious holiday side dish to serve your family and friends. They are sweet, salty, buttery, and spicy.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Calories 153 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup frozen sweet corn
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • First, let’s start by preparing the pan. Brush a thin layer of oil on your cake pan/oven-safe pan.
  • Preheat your air fryer at 190C/380F for 5 minutes.
  • Add the frozen corn, salt, pepper, and chili flakes into the pan. Mix them well until well combined. 
    air fryer frozen corn kernels spices
  • And place the butter on top of the corn kernels.
    air fryer frozen corn kernels with butter
  • Place the pan with corn mixture in the air fryer basket. Be careful the basket is hot don’t burn yourself. Instead, use a tong.
    roasted canned corn
  • Cook the corn kernels at 190C/380F for 10-15 minutes. Stir the corn kernels halfway through the cooking process to ensure they don’t burn.
    roasted corn kernels
  • Serve and enjoy.
    corn in air fryer indian style
Keyword Air Fryer Frozen Corn Kernels
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