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Creamy Skillet Street Corn Queso Dip with Pickled Jalapenos

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A creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy street corn queso dip made in a skillet, perfect for parties and quick snacks. Features fresh corn, melted cheeses, and tangy pickled jalapenos for a bold flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 3–4 ears) or thawed frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, chopped
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (can substitute Greek yogurt)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add fresh corn kernels and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown and smell sweet.
  3. Sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the corn. Stir to coat evenly and cook for another minute.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded white cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheese.
  5. Stir in mayonnaise and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
  6. Pour the cheese mixture over the sautéed corn in the skillet.
  7. Stir gently over low heat until the cheeses melt and the dip is smooth and bubbly, about 5-7 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  8. Fold in chopped pickled jalapenos, reserving a few for garnish.
  9. Remove from heat and sprinkle fresh cilantro on top.
  10. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, warm pita, or crunchy veggies.

Notes

If the dip is too thick, stir in a tablespoon of milk or cream to loosen. Keep heat low when melting cheese to avoid burning. Soften cream cheese before mixing to prevent lumps. Drain pickled jalapenos well before chopping. For extra heat, add cayenne or fresh serrano/habanero peppers. Frozen corn can be used if fresh is unavailable; avoid canned corn due to sogginess.

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