Sweet Summer Crock Pot Corn on the Cob
Friends, crock pot corn on the cob is the easiest way to prepare sweet, buttery, and tender corn on the cob all year round, and is especially perfect for warm summer months when you want to keep the kitchen cool and feed a crowd. And, other than cleaning the corn, this recipe is completely hands off, leaving you more time to prepare a main dish or spend time with your friends and family!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6-8 ears corn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for serving
- 3 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Remove the husks and silk from each ear of corn.
- Add ½ cup water to a 6-quart slow cooker. Note: If using a smaller slow cooker, you may need to cut the corn in halves or fourths to fit them in.
- Rub the corn with the olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Nestle into the slow cooker, cover, and cook on high for 2-3 hours, or low for 3-4, or until the corn is tender.
- Uncover and carefully remove the corn, and discard the cooking liquid. Rub each corn cob with butter, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs (optional), and serve warm.
Notes
Optional Serving Suggestions:
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, or chives
Nutrition
Serving: 1 (of 6) | Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 209mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.5mg
