Slow Cooker Cheesy Jalapeno Corn


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Cheesy jalapeño corn is a creamy, flavorful side dish with just the right amount of heat from fresh jalapeños and richness from sharp cheddar and cream cheese.

creamy jalapeno corn in a slow cooker.

This cheesy jalapeño corn is a simple side dish with just the right amount of heat and creaminess. It comes together quickly in the slow cooker and pairs well with everything from tacos to grilled meats. It’s a great way to change up plain corn without much extra effort. Did you know you can make Crockpot Corn on the Cob? It’s just as easy as this recipe. Or try my slow cooker corn dip.

Ingredients for Cheesy Jalapeno Corn

Here is what you need to dress up canned corn. Find the full recipe in the recipe card below the images.

cans of corn, cheese, cream cheese, jalapenos, and onion powder in front of a slow cooker.

You’ll need canned whole kernel corn (drained), sharp shredded cheese, fresh sliced jalapeños, cream cheese, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Boxed cream cheese works great here since it’s easy to cube and melts evenly into the corn.

How to make Cheesy Jalapeno Corn:

Here is how to make this dip in two easy steps.

corn in cheese and jalapenos with cream cheese cubes on top.

Step One: Add the drained corn, shredded cheese, jalapeños, salt, pepper, and onion powder to the slow cooker. Stir to combine. Place cubed cream cheese on top.

Step Two: Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours. Stir well before serving until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Garnish with extra jalapeño slices if desired.

Slow cooker with cooking creamy jalapeno corn in it.

Cook’s Notes

Avoid whipped cream cheese, which won’t give the same creamy texture.

Stir in a handful of cooked bacon crumbles or a can of well-drained diced green chiles for even more flavor.

Sharp cheddar adds great flavor, but you can swap in pepper jack for extra heat or use a Mexican blend for a different twist.

Slow Cooker Cheesy Jalapeno Corn

Ways to Serve Cheesy Corn

Serve as side with your favorite meals, goes great with Crockpot Ribs, Crockpot Whole Chicken, and even tacos like my Slow Cooker Birria Tacos.

Serve it with tortilla chips as a warm dip—it’s thick, cheesy, and scoopable right out of the slow cooker.

Leftovers reheat well and can be spooned over baked potatoes, grilled chicken, or added to a quesadilla filling.

creamy jalapeno corn with a spoon in it.

Slow Cooker Cheesy Jalapeno Corn

4.86 from 7 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 10
Cheesy jalapeño corn is a creamy, slow-cooked side dish made with canned corn, fresh jalapeños, sharp cheddar, and cream cheese for just the right kick.
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Ingredients 
 

  • 76.25 oz canned whole kernel corn, (five-15.25 oz cans) Drained
  • 8 oz sharp cheese, shredded
  • 2 jalapenos, sliced
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 8 oz. package cream cheese

Instructions 

  • Add the drained corn to the slow cooker.
  • Add the cheese, jalapenos, onion powder, salt and pepper. Stir.
  • Add the cream cheese next, I used the boxed cream cheese which makes it easy to cut into cubes and put on top.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 hours.
  • When the cooking time is done, stir everything together until a creamy sauce forms. Add additional sliced jalapeno on top if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Sarah’s Notes

This corn makes a great side dish for bbq dishes, or Mexican! It also makes a great dip along with tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 343mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 269IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 249mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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Other slow cooker side dishes to try:

Cheesy jalapeño corn pairs well with hearty sides like Slow Cooker Cabbage, Corn Casserole, and Crockpot Baked Potatoes for a comforting meal.

For a full cookout or holiday spread, serve it with Crockpot Baked Beans or Creamed Corn—both easy and crowd-pleasing.

If you want something a little different, try Slow Cooker Beets or Milk and Honey Corn for a sweet and earthy contrast.

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32 Comments

  1. Chelsea Dyer says:

    5 stars
    I get requested to bring this to every get together. Great as a dip or a side.

  2. Mary Beth says:

    5 stars
    As written, is this gluten free?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      I do not know, I apologize. You will have to check each product.

  3. Michael Wilder says:

    Can I make this on low? If so, how long?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      I would do 4 hours on low.

  4. Paige says:

    How much is a serving?

  5. Anita says:

    5 stars
    Second time making this! First time followed exactly, this time I added a package of taco seasoning a can of hominy and pepper jack cheese. Yummy.

  6. Anonymous says:

    Can you prepare the night before in the crockpot and cook the next day?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Yes, that will work fine.

  7. Linda says:

    4 stars
    So yummy I added about a teaspoon full of chili powder and a squeeze of lime. Wow really made it good.

  8. Traci Bruns says:

    Could this recipe be made on the stove? If so, any suggestions on how much time/heat setting?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      Yes! Would be really easy. Just combine ingredients in a pot and cook until hot. Probably 10 mins or so on low.

  9. Sarah says:

    Hi Sarah! I’m wanting to try this recipe but I’d like to downsize it, I have a small appetizer crockpot that 2 cans of corn would fit in. Do you have suggestions for ingredients and cooking time for only 2 cans of corn?

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      I would do 2 cans, probably 1/3 of the cream cheese and other ingredients. May want to mix in a bowl then put in your little crock. I hope that helps.

  10. Jay says:

    Can you use fresh corn off the cob??

    1. Sarah Olson says:

      yes! will work fine.