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In this recipe, we’ll remake Wingstop Cajun Fried Corn – cajun-spiced, buttery, bite-sized corn on the cob that’s perfect for dipping in ranch. Instead of deep frying in oil, we’ll be air frying until golden and tender, then tossing in a delicious cajun butter.
Wingstop Cajun Corn
Are you looking for a handheld, easy appetizer for game days or the Super Bowl? This absolute crowd-favorite recipe will steal the show. Also, be sure to check out my other popular Game Day Foods recipes: Parmesan Candied Bacon Crackers, Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeno, Cheesy Barbecue Chicken Dip, Alabama White Blackened Chicken Sliders, and Chicken Alfredo Little Caesar’s Crazy Puffs.
If you’ve been wanting to try Wingstop’s Cajun Corn, this recipe is for you. We skip the need for deep frying and simplify this recipe by using an air fryer instead. The result? Tender, buttery corn that is bursting with flavor doesn’t compromise any of that juiciness you get from Wingstop’s version.
This easy cajun corn appetizer couldn’t be any easier. The prep is about 5 minutes, and the cooking time is less than 15 minutes in the air fryer to make a whole batch. It is a fantastic appetizer and also makes the perfect side dish to compliment any comfort food recipe like my Smothered Chicken and Gravy or my Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites.
Key Ingredients
You’ll love how simple this list of ingredients is for making Wingstop’s cajun corn for your next gathering.
Corn – fresh corn cobs are husked and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Oil Spray – I like avocado oil spray to spritz the corn before air frying.
Butter – melted butter will be mixed with the seasonings, and the corn pieces will be tossed in the seasoned butter sauce.
Cajun Seasoning – I prefer a homemade blend of cajun seasoning so you can control the sodium and make it more flavorful. Please review the recipe card for the full list of ingredients.
How to Make Wingstop Cajun Corn
Husk and thoroughly clean each corn cob. Divide into 3-4 bite-sized pieces (depending on the length of the corn) to create 1.5-inch pieces of corn.
Place the corn into an air fryer basket in a single layer. Spritz the corn with oil.
Cook on the air fryer setting at 400 degrees (preheat first if your model requires it) for 5 minutes. Flip, spritz the underside with oil, and cook for an additional 5 minutes at 400 degrees.
You may need an additional 1-2 minutes on each side to ensure a golden brown color. Mine took 13-14 minutes in total, rotating a few times throughout the cooking time.
Heat six tablespoons of butter in a large bowl in the microwave until mostly melted, about 10-15 seconds from room temperature. Add in the cajun seasoning and whisk until smooth.
Add the warm corn directly from the air fryer into the large bowl of melted seasoned butter. Use a large spoon to toss them evenly to coat on all sides. It can be helpful to use a basting brush to get in the crevices of the corn.
Serve warm with ranch dressing for dipping.
Variations and Tips
This recipe for Wingstop cajun fried corn is easy to make and very straightforward. But, there are a few quick tips to ensure success:
- Be sure to thoroughly clean the corn to remove all of the husk and corn silk (those little “hairs”). I find gently scrubbing with a potato cleaner is very helpful.
- Don’t overfill the air fryer basket otherwise, the corn will cook unevenly. A single layer side by side is ideal.
Instead of ranch dressing, you can use blue cheese or my Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeno if you have some leftover in the fridge.
If you feel like venturing out, you can use a different seasoning blend like the blackened seasoning found here in my Blackened Chicken Alfredo.
Looking for More Appetizer Recipes?
Alabama White Blackened Chicken Sliders
Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeno Copycat Recipe
Parmesan Candied Bacon Crackers
Chicken Alfredo Little Caesar’s Crazy Puffs
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Wingstop Cajun Corn
Ingredients
- 6 corn ears
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1.5 tablespoons cajun seasoning
- oil spray olive oil or avocado oil
Cajun Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper add more if you like heat
- ¼ teaspoon cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Husk and thoroughly clean each corn cob. Divide into 3-4 bite-sized pieces (depending on the length of the corn) to create 1.5-inch pieces of corn.
- Place the corn into an air fryer basket in a single layer. Spritz the corn with oil.
- Cook on the air fryer setting at 400 degrees (preheat first if your model requires it) for 5 minutes.
- Flip, spritz the underside with oil, and cook for an additional 5 minutes at 400 degrees. You may need an additional 1-2 minutes on each side to ensure a golden brown color. Mine took 13-14 minutes in total, rotating a few times throughout the cooking time.
- Heat butter in a large bowl in the microwave until mostly melted, about 10-15 seconds from room temperature. Add in the cajun seasoning and whisk until smooth.
- Add the corn directly from the air fryer into the large bowl of melted seasoned butter. Use a large spoon to toss them evenly to coat on all sides. It can be helpful to use a basting brush to get in the crevices of the corn.
- Serve warm with ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
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Literally way better than Wingstop and I LOVED dipping it in ranch. We served this for playoffs and def bringing back for Super Bowl.