Best 6 Grilled Corn Skewers With Chipotle Cilantro Butter Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of grilled corn skewers basted with an explosion of heat and freshness. The aroma of charred corn mingled with the smoky chipotle chilies will entice your senses from the very first bite. Each skewer is adorned with tender kernels, brushed generously with a tantalizing herb-infused butter. The complexity of the chipotle, the cooling cilantro, and the warmth of the butter come together to create a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED CORN WITH CILANTRO LIME BUTTER



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Simple grilled corn on the cob.

Provided by BritanyRachelle

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 pinch cayenne pepper
8 ears corn on the cob, unhusked
3 quarts cold water, or as needed to cover

Steps:

  • Cream butter in a bowl until smooth; mix in cilantro, lime juice, and cayenne pepper until thoroughly combined. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Peel husks back from ears of corn starting at the top, leaving the husks attached at the bottom of the ears. Remove all the corn silk and close husks over the ears again. Cover corn ears with cold water in a large bowl until husks are thoroughly soaked, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place the corn in husks onto the hot grate and grill covered until husks are charred and the corn kernels are tender, 20 to 25 minutes, turning often. Strip off husks and serve corn with cilantro lime butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 188.3 mg, Sugar 3 g

CORN ON THE COB WITH SPICY CILANTRO BUTTER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon grated lime zest, plus wedges for serving
1 red jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 ears of corn, husked

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Mix the butter with the cilantro, lime zest, jalapeno, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl until combined; set aside.
  • Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove to a platter and smear with the cilantro butter. Squeeze the lime wedges on top.
  • We husked the corn before grilling to give the kernels a charred flavor. If you want to leave the husks on, grill 3 to 4 more minutes.

GRILLED CORN WITH CILANTRO BUTTER



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Grilled corn is delicious with this cilantro-and-lime butter, but feel free to swap in olive oil for a dairy-free side dish that's perfect for summer.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup packed chopped fresh cilantro
1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest, plus 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
Coarse salt
12 ears corn, husked
Grated cotija or parmesan cheese, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Puree cilantro, butter, lime zest and juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in food processor.
  • Heat grill to medium-high. Brush corn with some of the cilantro butter, and season with salt. Grill corn, turning occasionally, until nicely charred and bright in color, 10 to 12 minutes. Brush corn again with remaining cilantro butter. Sprinkle generously with cheese. Serve warm.

GRILLED CORN WITH CHIPOTLE BUTTER



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Make and share this Grilled Corn With Chipotle Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 ears corn, in their husks
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 chipotle chiles in adobo
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat. Soak corn in water for 10 minutes.
  • While the corn is soaking, create the chipotle butter by combining butter, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and salt in a food processor and pulsing until smooth. Set aside until needed.
  • Grill corn for 5 minutes a side until the husks becomes charred and the corn is hot. Allow the corn to rest for 5 minutes then carefully pull back or remove the cornhusks. Spread butter over corn and top with cheese and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.7, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 258.6, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.6, Protein 5.3

EASY GRILLED CORN WITH CHIPOTLE-LIME BUTTER



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Grilling corn in the husks is so easy. There's no need to remove the silk and tie the husk closed before grilling. Just soak, grill and add your favorite flavored butter. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 large ears sweet corn in husks
1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
Coarse sea salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, cover corn with cold water. Soak 30 minutes; drain. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat until tender, turning occasionally, 25-30 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients. Carefully peel back husks; discard silk. Spread butter mixture over corn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH CREAMY CILANTRO DIPPING SAUCE



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This is from Cook's Illustrated (America's Test Kitchen) The Best Light Recipe. It's shockingly good. The sauce is also fantastic on fish tacos. EDIT: THIS RECIPE IS AN APPETIZER. It will not magically turn 2lbs of chicken into a full meal for 10 people. You may serve it as a main course, but please adjust your expectations or multiply the measurements. You will need thirty 6- or 8-inch bamboo (or wooden) skewers for this recipe. The cooking time will depend on the strength and type of your broiler. Under-the-oven drawer-style broilers tend to take a few minutes longer than in-oven-style broilers. A small clove of minced garlic (about 1/2 teaspoon) can be substituted for the garlic powder in the sauce, if desired.

Provided by Melissa and her Pan

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 30 Skewers, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 medium breasts)
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, minced
1 chipotle chile in adobo, minced
2 teaspoons adobo sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
nonstick cooking spray
3/4 cup low-fat sour cream
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup lime juice, from 2 to 3 limes
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, minced
2 scallions, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • FOR THE CHICKEN: Slice the chicken breasts across the grain into 1/2-inch-thick strips (you should have about 30 strips). In a large bowl, toss the chicken with the brown sugar, cilantro, chipotle, adobo sauce, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, and pepper. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until the flavors meld, about 30 minutes. (The chicken, covered, can be refrigerated for up to 1 day before cooking.).
  • FOR THE DIPPING SAUCE: In a bowl, stir all the ingredients together. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand at room temperature until the flavors meld, about 30 minutes. (The dipping sauce can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Season with additional lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste before serving.).
  • Meanwhile, adjust an oven rack to the top position and heat the broiler. Line a broiler pan bottom with foil and top with a slotted broiler pan top; spray the broiler pan top with nonstick cooking spray. Weave each piece of chicken onto individual bamboo skewers; lay half of the skewers on the broiler pan top and cover the skewer ends with foil, making sure not to cover the chicken. Broil until the meat is lightly browned and cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes, flipping the skewers over halfway through. Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and serve immediately with half the dipping sauce. Repeat, broiling the remaining skewers and serving with the remaining dipping sauce.

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • For the perfect grilled corn skewers, select fresh, plump ears of corn with tightly packed kernels.
  • Soak the corn skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
  • Brush the corn skewers with olive oil or melted butter to keep them moist and flavorful during grilling.
  • Grill the corn skewers over medium heat, turning frequently, until the kernels are tender and slightly charred.
  • Make sure to rotate the skewers regularly to ensure even cooking.
  • For an extra smoky flavor, grill the corn skewers over a bed of hot coals.
  • Serve the grilled corn skewers immediately with your favorite toppings, such as chipotle-cilantro butter, lime wedges, or crumbled cotija cheese.

Conclusion:

Grilled corn skewers are a delicious and easy summer side dish that can be enjoyed at any gathering. With their smoky flavor and tender kernels, these skewers are sure to be a hit. The chipotle-cilantro butter adds a zesty and flavorful touch that complements the corn perfectly. So next time you're firing up the grill, be sure to give these grilled corn skewers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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