What’s in this Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe
All this recipe really needs is corn on the cob, olive oil, salt, pepper, and butter. There are so many ways to customize it beyond those ingredients, but keeping it simple is always good too!
Corn: Make sure the corn is fully shucked and all of the silks are removed. Olive Oil: Olive oil spray also works well. Salt: Salt is the most simple seasoning you can toss onto your corn. Feel free to experiment with all different kinds of seasonings and spices! Butter: For spreading on your cooked corn, of course! Use room temperature butter for the easiest spread.
Pro Tip: For easier clean up, line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil!
Variations to Try
Have fun adding your favorite toppings and seasonings! Here are a few of my favorite air fryer corn on the cob variations:
Garlic Parmesan Corn: After adding the butter in step 4, sprinkle corn with ¼ teaspoon garlic powder and 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Elote Corn: Skip the butter in step 4 and spread 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise or sour cream on top. Sprinkle the corn with ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese, ½ teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Spicy Corn: After adding the butter in step 4, sprinkle corn with red pepper flakes, hot sauce, or cayenne pepper to taste.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover corn in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, just pop it back in the air fryer for a few minutes to warm back up!
Serving Suggestions
Complete any dinner recipe with air-fried corn on the cob. It goes well with any Air Fryer dinners you make, but I also love serving corn with Juicy Lucy Burgers, Air Fryer BBQ Ribs, Crispy Ranch Chicken, and Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy.
More Air Fryer Side Dish Recipes We Love
Air Fryer French Fries Air Fryer Baked Potatoes Air Fryer Broccoli Air Fryer Mushrooms Air Fryer Potato Wedges Air Fryer Ranch Broccoli Serve them all with Air Fryer Burgers!
