Make this easy air fryer corn on the cob recipe! The sweet corn comes out so crispy and juicy, the perfect side dish or snack.
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AIR FRYER CORN ON THE COB
This corn on the cob recipe gives you juicy and crunchy corn in under 15 minutes! The corn comes out so crunchy with a sweet juicy bite. Corn on the cob is such a delicious side dish, especially during the summertime when it’s fresh and in season!
WHAT YOU NEED-
- Corn– You want to use fresh sweet corn on the cob that is cleaned. During the summertime, there is nothing better than fresh sweet corn!
- Oil– Any type of oil can be used; this helps the corn to get crispy yet stay juicy. Olive oil, canola oil, vegetable oil, or even avocado oil.
- Flavor– For the seasoning, we use salt and pepper! You can use your favorite seasonings.
HOW TO COOK CORN ON THE COB IN AIR FRYER
Have this juicy corn ready in under 15 minutes!
- In a bowl, add the corn and toss in the oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the seasoned corn to the air fryer basket and air fry until crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer basket and serve with desired sides.
OTHER COOKING METHODS
- Boil– Add the corn to a pot with water and cook on the stovetop, once the water boils, cook for about 5 minutes. Strain the water and toss in butter and seasoning.
- Grill– Preheat the grill. Place clean corn cobs on the grill and cook for 10 minutes, rotating often. Serve with desired sides.
CORN ON THE COB VARIATIONS
Even though plain corn on the cob is so delicious, you can also elevate the corn with different flavors!
- Classic– Smother some flakey salt, pepper and butter for the classic way to eat corn on the cob!
- Mexican– Make Mexican Street corn, by brushing the corn with some mayo and sprinkle it with cayenne and crumbled cheese!
- Bacon– Top the corn with some sour bacon, parmesan cheese, and chives.
- Parmesan– Shred some fresh Parmesan cheese on top of the cobs!
SERVING IDEAS
Pair this buttery and juicy corn with the right sides for the perfect dinner! Here are some recipes to pair with:
- Side– Serve these crispy corn cobs as a side dish for dinner! Pair with some mashed potatoes, BBQ chicken, grilled chicken sandwiches, or even chicken legs.
- Topping– Cut the corn and use it as a topping for salads, tacos or even taco bowls!
- Salsa– Cut up the cooked corn and make Chipotle corn salsa!
- Salads– Add the juicy corn to your salads, it is delicious!
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Instructions
- Add the clean corn cobs into a bowl and toss in the oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the seasoned corn to the air fryer basket and air fry at 400℉ for about 12-14 minutes until crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer basket and serve with desired sides.





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