Grilled Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob is a delicious way to jazz up your corn. Easy to make and the results are a moist and full of flavor corn.
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob Recipe:
We love grilling out corn on the cob. This flavorful vegetable is one that my family will eat without complaining. But grilling it with bacon really takes the corn to the next level.
Wrapping the bacon around the corn on the cob really helps to hold in flavor and makes it very juicy. The great thing about this recipe is you can grill it or bake it and the flavor is still delicious.
The seasoning are simple but add so much flavor to the corn. Add this amazing side dish the next time you grill out for a delicious side to any of your meats.
Ingredients:
- Ears of Corn, shucked
- Bacon
- Chili Powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Honey
- Vegetable Oil
How to Make Corn on the Cob Wrapped in Bacon:
- Prepare Grill – Preheat the grill over medium high heat (approximately 450 degrees F). Remove the corn from the husk.
- Combine Seasoning – Mix together the chili powder, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.
- Rub Seasoning on Sweet Corn – Rub the vegetable oil on the ears of the corn and season the corn with the half of the seasoning mixture.
- Wrap Bacon around Corn – Then wrap each of the corn with pieces of bacon strips overlapping the bacon slightly (3 slices of bacon per ear of corn).
- Place corn in foil – Then place each piece of corn on a piece of foil. Season the outside of the bacon on the corn with the remaining seasoning mixture and drizzle the honey evenly on top.
- Baste with Honey – Use a basting brush to make sure that the honey is spread evenly on the bacon. Wrap the foil around the corn and secure the end of the foil. You can use maple syrup instead of honey in this recipe if you prefer.
- Grill Corn on the Cob – Place the corn on the grill and cook for 25-30 minutes (turning the corn approximately every 5 minutes) until the bacon is crisp and the corn is cooked thorough.
- Rest, Serve and Enjoy – Let the corn rest to cool slightly. Then carefully unwrap the foil from the corn and serve immediately while warm with melted butter. Enjoy!
How to Grill Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob:
Grilling Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob is easy to do when properly prepared. Clean the corn and season with the dry ingredients. Then wrap bacon around the corn.
Then place in the foil and baste with honey for added flavor. We like wrapping the corn on the cob to lock in the juices and flavor with the corn.
Grill the corn for about 25 minutes, turning the corn every 5 minutes.
How Long to Grill Corn on the Cob:
Grilling corn doesn’t take long when the grill has been preheated to a medium high heat. Grill corn for about 25 minutes and rotating the corn every 5 minutes. Turning the corn allows for all sides to cook evenly.
How to Cook Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob in the Oven:
To cook the bacon wrapped it around the corn then place in the oven, and follow the recipe as indicated. Place the corn on a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the oven. You can wrap the corn in foil or leave it off.
Bake the corn in a preheated oven of 375 degrees for about 20 minutes.
What to Serve with Corn on the Cob:
- Grilled Ham Recipe
- Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken
- Copycat Texas Roadhouse Steak Recipe
- Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pineapple
How to Store Leftovers:
This corn is best served fresh when the bacon is crispy but you can refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The bacon will get softer when it’s stored.
Print Recipe here for Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob:
Bacon Wrapped Corn on the Cob
Ingredients
- 4 Ears of Corn shucked
- 12 slices Bacon
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- Preheat the grill over medium high heat (approximately 450 degrees F). Mix together the chili powder, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.
- Rub the vegetable oil on the ears of the corn and season the corn with the half of the seasoning mixture. Then wrap each of the corn with the bacon overlapping the bacon slightly (3 slices of bacon per ear of corn).
- Then place each piece of corn on a piece of foil. Season the outside of the bacon on the corn with the remaining seasoning mixture and drizzle the honey evenly on top. Use a basting brush to make sure that the honey is spread evenly on the bacon. Wrap the foil around the corn and secure the end of the foil.
- Place the corn on the grill and cook for 25-30 minutes (turning the corn approximately every 5 minutes) until the bacon is crispy and the corn is cooked thorough.
- Let the corn rest to cool slightly. Then carefully unwrap the foil from the corn and serve immediately while warm. Enjoy!
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- Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pickles Recipe
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