Maque Choux Cajun Corn Sautee Recipe

Spice up your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Cajun Corn Maque Choux! A deliciously spicy and flavorful corn dish, perfect as a side with grilled chicken or succulent shrimp. This recipe delivers a taste of Louisiana in under an hour.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 302.4 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
Maque Choux Cajun Corn Sautee

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Maque Choux Cajun Corn Sautee

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How to Make Maque Choux Cajun Corn Sautee

  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color) and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat), and cook for 1 minute more to toast the spices.
  3. Add 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels and 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped green onions, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 cup heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with extra parsley and serve hot alongside your favorite protein.
  7. Enjoy this easy and delicious Cajun Corn Maque Choux!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

50g

Carbs

12g