Grilled Corn on the Cob
Juicy, smoky grilled corn brushed with vibrant garlic-lime butter. A quick summer side that brings backyard flair to any meal with tender, caramelized kernels and bright citrus-kissed flavor.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Total Time: 22
- Yield: 6 ears
- Category: Easy Chicken Recipes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
6 ears fresh corn, husks and silk removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 garlic clove, finely grated
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, optional
Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Preheat the grill to 400°F. Remove husks and silk from corn, then rinse and pat dry
Brush corn with olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt
In a bowl, mix melted butter, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, smoked paprika, pepper, and remaining 1/4 tsp salt
Grill corn 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until tender and charred
Immediately brush with garlic-lime butter while corn is hot
Sprinkle with cilantro and feta if using
Notes
For smokier flavor, use a charcoal grill
Substitute parsley for cilantro if preferred
Feta adds tangy contrast – omit for vegan option
Find it online: https://viralchickenrecipes.com/grilled-corn-on-the-cob/