Food and Recipes Dinner 21 Frozen Corn Recipes For An Easy Dinner Tonight By Zoe Denenberg Updated on January 17, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Karen Rankin Corn is one vegetable that actually freezes very well. While we'd always opt for fresh corn in salsa or for a raw garnish, frozen corn certainly has a place in the culinary world. Frozen corn can be an excellent option for cooked dishes like stews or hot dips—since the kernels are frozen, they retain their shape and integrity, whereas fresh corn could quickly boil down to a mushy mess. We'd always opt for frozen corn, which is frozen-fresh, over canned corn, which can taste artificial and soggy. Plus, studies show frozen fruits and vegetables can be healthier than fresh ones. Yes, you read that right. If you've got a bag of corn lurking in the depths of your freezer, break it out for these family-friendly recipes. Frozen corn will help add pops of freshness and dimension to your winter stews, like Smoky Mountain Brunswick Stew, or creative casseroles, like Cowboy Casserole. We can guarantee that your guests or family members will only guess that the dish started with a bag of frozen corn. Channel the feeling of summer cookouts by adding corn to your favorite dishes year-round. 01 of 21 Cowboy Casserole Micah A. Leal Stuffed with taco-flavored beef and topped with a layer of golden-brown tater tots, this Cowboy Casserole will be a new dinnertime staple. A combination of black beans, pinto beans, diced fire-roasted tomatoes, and diced green chiles add heartiness to this casserole. Hot sauce adds some spice. 02 of 21 Slow Cooker Turkey Chili Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox Chili is one of our favorite fall stews, but sometimes ground beef and beans can be heavy. This white chili recipe uses turkey meat and chicken or turkey stock to make a lighter version of the classic stew. After letting this chili cook for seven hours, your house will smell great, and this dish will taste delicious. 03 of 21 Harry Young's Burgoo Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox Burgoo is a classic Southern stew made in extra-large batches, so this recipe is ideal for church potlucks or community gatherings. It incorporates a few different frozen foods—corn, lima beans, and peas—alongside fresh produce and meat to create a multi-dimensional stew. 04 of 21 Corn and Jalapeño Dip Hector Manuel Sanchez This slightly-spicy corn and jalapeño dip will be the star of any tailgate or backyard cookout. This recipe is ideal when you are short on time. Stir the first seven ingredients in a slow cooker until it's creamy and bubbling. When ready, crumble bacon slices and garnish with extra scallions if desired. 05 of 21 Chicken and Charred Succotash Salad Hector Sanchez Southern succotash becomes a whole meal with the simple addition of chicken. And yes—frozen corn is perfectly acceptable in this summery dish. It travels and reheats well. 06 of 21 Corn Pudding Casserole Linda Pugliese; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox Do you like your corn pudding, sweet or savory? This creamy, cheesy casserole will be your new go-to if you're team savory. Fresh chives and thyme add a bit more brightness. 07 of 21 Smoky Mountain Brunswick Stew Southern Living This stunning winter dish might have disputed origins, but this stick-to-your-bones-stew is delicious. The chicken, barbecued pork, and vegetables (including frozen corn) are Southern's favorite. 08 of 21 Walking Tacos Melina Hammer Have some extra snack packs of corn chips? Turn them into an on-the-go meal with this inventive corn chip pie recipe. The best part about this recipe is you can be as creative as you want. 09 of 21 Parmesan Corn Pudding Photo: Jennifer Davick Upgrade your corn pudding with this parmesan-flavored recipe. Test Kitchen Tip: Purée half of the frozen corn in the food processor to create a creamier texture and fresh, off-the-cob flavor. 10 of 21 Easy Taco Soup Jason Donnelly Warm up this winter with an easy taco soup. Your family will love this creative twist on taco night. Offer corn chips and shredded Cheddar cheese as toppings for this delicious soup. 11 of 21 Three-Cheese Corn Pudding Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall With white cheddar, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan, this corn pudding is full of creamy cheeses. The fluffy, almost dessert-like texture will be an indulgent side dish for any menu. This corn pudding will quickly be a family favorite. 12 of 21 Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup Courtesy Oxmoor House You'll be making this creamy chicken tortilla soup all fall long. Use fresh or frozen corn and lots of toppings for this warm recipe. Make it spicier by adding more jalapeño or smokier with chipotle chili powder. 13 of 21 Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake Hector Manuel Sanchez Two types of Cheddar cheese make this casserole a creamy and cozy blend of flavors. Corn and cubed ham combine with stone-ground grits for an easy twist on a soufflé. This dish is excellent for breakfast or dinner. 14 of 21 Creamy Fried Confetti Corn Southern Living Add bacon to this creamy casserole, which is the ideal side dish for any meal. Corn and peppers blend to make a flavorful dish that will quickly become a family favorite. 15 of 21 Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole Hector Sanchez; Stylist: Buffy Hargett Corn, zucchini, and squash pair ideally in this colorful casserole. The golden crumb topping, made from white breadcrumbs, adds a delicate crunch to each bite. Create the breadcrumbs by using a food processor. 16 of 21 Fluffy Corn Pudding Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall To help create a smooth texture, use a food processor to puree the corn kernels. This corn pudding will be a must-try because it will be a delicious cross between a custard and a souffle. Serve warm and sprinkle with scallions. 17 of 21 Okra and Rice Casserole Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham This okra and rice casserole is simple to make and packs fantastic flavor—the combination of sautéed okra, sweet corn, Cajun spices, and buttery garlic breadcrumbs make this dish truly original. 18 of 21 Baked Corn Casserole Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Emily Neighbors Hall; Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis Enjoy a hybrid of cornbread and corn pudding. This dish will be a favorite because of its delicate, rich, and creamy flavors. Pureed corn helps lock in the moisture, providing a smooth texture. 19 of 21 Scalloped Corn Casserole Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Karen Rankin This recipe is simple: whisk softened cream cheese, eggs, and seasonings until smooth. Stir most of the corn and the cheese and set aside. Next, add corn with half-and-half until smooth until combined, pour it into a greased baking dish, and bake. Top with a crunchy topping mixture of butter, cheese, crackers, panko, and thyme, and enjoy. 20 of 21 Macaroni Corn Casserole Will Dickey; Prop Styling: Christina Daley; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners This recipe is the combination we never knew we needed. Combine mac-and-cheese with corn casserole for a decadent, cheese-laden dish full of flavor. Let this macaroni corn casserole sit for 15 minutes before serving. 21 of 21 Savory Corn Pudding Emily Laurae / Southern Living Corn, onions, cream, and butter combine to create a fluffy and savory pudding. Make this savory corn pudding up to two days in advance, cover, and chill. Sprinkle with thyme before serving. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit